Xeon w9-3475X vs EPYC 4564P
Xeon w9-3475X
EPYC 4564P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3475X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4564P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,930) | ✅ More affordable ($1,517) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+156%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,930) | ✅ More affordable ($1,517) |
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 w9-3475X and EPYC 4564P
Xeon w9-3475X
The Xeon w9-3475X 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 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 65,077 points. Launch price was $3,739.
EPYC 4564P
The EPYC 4564P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 64,387 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Xeon w9-3475X packs 36 cores / 72 threads, while the EPYC 4564P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon w9-3475X has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3475X versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4564P — a 17.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 4564P (base: 2.2 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon w9-3475X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4564P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w9-3475X scores 65,077 against the EPYC 4564P's 64,387 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon w9-3475X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,814 vs 2,975, a 48.5% lead for the EPYC 4564P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 44,869 vs 18,581 (82.9% advantage for the Xeon w9-3475X). L3 cache: 82.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3475X vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4564P.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 36 / 72+125% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.7 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.5 GHz+105% |
| L3 Cache | 82.5 MB+29% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 65,077+1% | 64,387 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,814 | 2,975+64% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 44,869+141% | 18,581 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w9-3475X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4564P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon w9-3475X supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w9-3475X) vs 2 (EPYC 4564P). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w9-3475X) vs 28 (EPYC 4564P) — the Xeon w9-3475X offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w9-3475X) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650 (EPYC 4564P).
| Feature | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+2033% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+300% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3475X 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 w9-3475X) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4564P). The EPYC 4564P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w9-3475X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4564P targets High-end Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w9-3475X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; EPYC 4564P rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V, AMD-Vi |
| Target Use | — | High-end Server / Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w9-3475X launched at $3739 MSRP, while the EPYC 4564P debuted at $1517. At current prices ($3930 vs $1517), the EPYC 4564P is $2413 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w9-3475X delivers 16.6 pts/$ vs 42.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 4564P — making the EPYC 4564P the 87.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3475X | EPYC 4564P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3739 | $1517-59% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3930 | $1517-61% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.6 | 42.4+155% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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