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Xeon w7-3555
EPYC 8434P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3555
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 8434P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,137) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+45%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,137) |
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 w7-3555 and EPYC 8434P
Xeon w7-3555
The Xeon w7-3555 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 325 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 67,754 points. Launch price was $2,339.
EPYC 8434P
The EPYC 8434P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 66,490 points. Launch price was $2,700.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3555 packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the EPYC 8434P offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the EPYC 8434P has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3555 versus 3.1 GHz on the EPYC 8434P — a 43% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3555 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon w7-3555 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 8434P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3555 scores 67,754 against the EPYC 8434P's 66,490 — a 1.9% lead for the Xeon w7-3555. L3 cache: 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3555 vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 8434P.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56 | 48 / 96+71% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+55% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+8% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 75 MB | 128 MB (total)+71% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 67,754+2% | 66,490 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,120 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-3555 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 8434P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3555 versus 4800 on the EPYC 8434P — the EPYC 8434P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3555 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 1152 — 112.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w7-3555) vs 6 (EPYC 8434P). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3555) vs 96 (EPYC 8434P) — the Xeon w7-3555 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-3555) and SP6 (EPYC 8434P).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+372826922% | 1152 |
| RAM Channels | 8+33% | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+17% | 96 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3555 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w7-3555) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 8434P). Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3555 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; EPYC 8434P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-3555 launched at $2749 MSRP, while the EPYC 8434P debuted at $1517. At current prices ($2199 vs $3137), the Xeon w7-3555 is $938 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-3555 delivers 30.8 pts/$ vs 21.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 8434P — making the Xeon w7-3555 the 37% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 8434P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2749 | $1517-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2199-30% | $3137 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.8+45% | 21.2 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2023 |
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