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Xeon w9-3575X
EPYC 7663
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7663
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,366) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+848%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,366) |
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 w9-3575X and EPYC 7663
Xeon w9-3575X
The Xeon w9-3575X 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 44 cores and 88 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 340 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,507 points. Launch price was $3,789.
EPYC 7663
The EPYC 7663 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 82,120 points. Launch price was $6,366.
Processing Power
The Xeon w9-3575X packs 44 cores / 88 threads, while the EPYC 7663 offers 56 cores / 112 threads — the EPYC 7663 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X versus 3.5 GHz on the EPYC 7663 — a 31.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon w9-3575X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 7663 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the Xeon w9-3575X scores 82,507 against the EPYC 7663's 82,120 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,300 vs 1,370, a 50.7% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 19,320 vs 12,380 (43.8% advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X). L3 cache: 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7663.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 44 / 88 | 56 / 112+27% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+37% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+10% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 97.5 MB | 256 MB (total)+163% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm+ |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 82,507 | 82,120 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 60,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300+68% | 1,370 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,320+56% | 12,380 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w9-3575X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7663 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w9-3575X versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7663 — the Xeon w9-3575X supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w9-3575X) vs 128 (EPYC 7663) — the EPYC 7663 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w9-3575X) and SP3 (EPYC 7663).
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB | 4096 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112 | 128+14% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3575X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w9-3575X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w9-3575X) vs AMD-V (EPYC 7663). Primary use case: EPYC 7663 targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X; EPYC 7663 rivals Xeon Platinum 8380.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w9-3575X launched at $3789 MSRP, while the EPYC 7663 debuted at $6366. At current prices ($675 vs $6366), the Xeon w9-3575X is $5691 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w9-3575X delivers 122.2 pts/$ vs 12.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 7663 — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 161.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 7663 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3789-40% | $6366 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $675-89% | $6366 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.2+847% | 12.9 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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