Xeon w9-3575X vs EPYC 9374F
Xeon w9-3575X
EPYC 9374F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9374F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,466) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+417%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,466) |
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 9374F
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 9374F
The EPYC 9374F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.85 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,009 points. Launch price was $4,850.
Processing Power
The Xeon w9-3575X packs 44 cores / 88 threads, while the EPYC 9374F offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon w9-3575X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X versus 4.3 GHz on the EPYC 9374F — a 11% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.85 GHz). The Xeon w9-3575X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 9374F uses Genoa (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w9-3575X scores 82,507 against the EPYC 9374F's 82,009 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X. L3 cache: 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9374F.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 44 / 88+38% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+12% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.85 GHz+75% |
| L3 Cache | 97.5 MB | 256 MB (total)+163% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Genoa (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 82,507 | 82,009 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 60,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,320 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w9-3575X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 9374F uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w9-3575X versus 4800 on the EPYC 9374F — the EPYC 9374F supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9374F supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w9-3575X) vs 12 (EPYC 9374F). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w9-3575X) vs 128 (EPYC 9374F) — the EPYC 9374F offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w9-3575X) and SP5 (EPYC 9374F).
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+69904967% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| 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. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w9-3575X) vs VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9374F). Direct competitor: Xeon w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X; EPYC 9374F rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w9-3575X launched at $3789 MSRP, while the EPYC 9374F debuted at $4850. At current prices ($675 vs $3466), the Xeon w9-3575X is $2791 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w9-3575X delivers 122.2 pts/$ vs 23.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 9374F — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 135.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3789-22% | $4850 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $675-81% | $3466 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.2+416% | 23.7 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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