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Xeon w7-3455
EPYC 4545P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3455
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4545P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,625) | ✅ More affordable ($595) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+336%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,625) | ✅ More affordable ($595) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon w7-3455 and EPYC 4545P
Xeon w7-3455
The Xeon w7-3455 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 67.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 54,925 points. Launch price was $2,489.
EPYC 4545P
The EPYC 4545P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 54,255 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3455 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4545P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon w7-3455 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3455 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P — a 11.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon w7-3455 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4545P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3455 scores 54,925 against the EPYC 4545P's 54,255 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon w7-3455. L3 cache: 67.5 MB on the Xeon w7-3455 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 67.5 MB+5% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 54,925+1% | 54,255 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,900 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,898 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-3455 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4545P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3455 versus 5600 on the EPYC 4545P — the EPYC 4545P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3455 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w7-3455) vs 2 (EPYC 4545P). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3455) vs 28 (EPYC 4545P) — the Xeon w7-3455 offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel W790 (Xeon w7-3455) and AM5 (EPYC 4545P).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 5600+111900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+2236962033% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+300% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w7-3455) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w7-3455 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3455 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-3455 launched at $2489 MSRP, while the EPYC 4545P debuted at $549. At current prices ($2625 vs $595), the EPYC 4545P is $2030 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-3455 delivers 20.9 pts/$ vs 91.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 4545P — making the EPYC 4545P the 125.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3455 | EPYC 4545P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2489 | $549-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2625 | $595-77% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.9 | 91.2+336% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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