Xeon w7-3565X vs EPYC 4585PX
Xeon w7-3565X
EPYC 4585PX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3565X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4585PX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,850) | ✅ More affordable ($826) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+243%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,850) | ✅ More affordable ($826) |
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 w7-3565X and EPYC 4585PX
Xeon w7-3565X
The Xeon w7-3565X 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 82.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 335 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 70,982 points. Launch price was $2,689.
EPYC 4585PX
The EPYC 4585PX 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 4.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 70,563 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3565X packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 4585PX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon w7-3565X has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3565X versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4585PX — a 17.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4585PX (base: 2.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The Xeon w7-3565X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4585PX uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3565X scores 70,982 against the EPYC 4585PX's 70,563 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon w7-3565X. L3 cache: 82.5 MB on the Xeon w7-3565X vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4585PX.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.7 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 4.3 GHz+72% |
| L3 Cache | 82.5 MB | 128 MB (total)+55% |
| 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 | 70,982 | 70,563 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,812 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-3565X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4585PX uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3565X versus 5600 on the EPYC 4585PX — the EPYC 4585PX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3565X supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w7-3565X) vs 2 (EPYC 4585PX). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3565X) vs 28 (EPYC 4585PX) — the Xeon w7-3565X offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-3565X) and AM5 (EPYC 4585PX).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 5600+111900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+1677721500% | 256 |
| 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 w7-3565X) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4585PX). The EPYC 4585PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w7-3565X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3565X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X; EPYC 4585PX rivals Core Ultra 9 285K.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 w7-3565X launched at $2689 MSRP, while the EPYC 4585PX debuted at $699. At current prices ($2850 vs $826), the EPYC 4585PX is $2024 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-3565X delivers 24.9 pts/$ vs 85.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4585PX — making the EPYC 4585PX the 109.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3565X | EPYC 4585PX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2689 | $699-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2850 | $826-71% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.9 | 85.4+243% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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