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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

EPYC 7F72

2020

Why buy it

✅+200% larger total L3 cache (192 MB vs 64 MB).
✅357.1% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 4545P across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (52,840 vs 54,255).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 24.8 vs 98.8 PassMark/$ ($2,131 MSRP vs $549 MSRP).
❌269.2% higher power demand at 240W vs 65W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while EPYC 4545P moves to AM5 and DDR5.

EPYC 4545P

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +33.1% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $1,582 less on MSRP ($549 MSRP vs $2,131 MSRP).
✅Delivers 298.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 98.8 vs 24.8 PassMark/$ ($549 MSRP vs $2,131 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 240W, a 175W reduction.
✅Newer platform on AM5 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (64 MB vs 192 MB).

EPYC 7F72

2020

EPYC 4545P

2025

Why buy it

✅+200% larger total L3 cache (192 MB vs 64 MB).
✅357.1% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +33.1% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $1,582 less on MSRP ($549 MSRP vs $2,131 MSRP).
✅Delivers 298.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 98.8 vs 24.8 PassMark/$ ($549 MSRP vs $2,131 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 240W, a 175W reduction.
✅Newer platform on AM5 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 4545P across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (52,840 vs 54,255).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 24.8 vs 98.8 PassMark/$ ($2,131 MSRP vs $549 MSRP).
❌269.2% higher power demand at 240W vs 65W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while EPYC 4545P moves to AM5 and DDR5.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (64 MB vs 192 MB).

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 4545P better than EPYC 7F72?

Yes. EPYC 4545P is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 33.1% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 2.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, EPYC 4545P is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 33.1% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 4545P is the better fit. You are getting 2.7% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 32 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

EPYC 4545P is the smarter buy today. EPYC 4545P is $1,582 cheaper on MSRP at $549 MSRP versus $2,131 MSRP, and it gives you a 33.1% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 298.6% better value on MSRP (98.8 vs 24.8 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 4545P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2020), a healthier platform with AM5 and DDR5 instead of SP3, more multi-core headroom with 16 cores / 32 threads instead of 24/48, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

EPYC 7F72 Benchmark Check

EPYC 4545P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
1080p
low	176 FPS	286 FPS
medium	148 FPS	262 FPS
high	130 FPS	215 FPS
ultra	102 FPS	181 FPS
1440p
low	151 FPS	262 FPS
medium	122 FPS	218 FPS
high	98 FPS	167 FPS
ultra	78 FPS	148 FPS
4K
low	71 FPS	182 FPS
medium	61 FPS	151 FPS
high	48 FPS	115 FPS
ultra	39 FPS	102 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
1080p
low	510 FPS	674 FPS
medium	449 FPS	580 FPS
high	341 FPS	434 FPS
ultra	273 FPS	375 FPS
1440p
low	418 FPS	567 FPS
medium	377 FPS	506 FPS
high	297 FPS	392 FPS
ultra	230 FPS	312 FPS
4K
low	260 FPS	320 FPS
medium	239 FPS	289 FPS
high	200 FPS	255 FPS
ultra	163 FPS	219 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
1080p
low	605 FPS	850 FPS
medium	495 FPS	679 FPS
high	452 FPS	601 FPS
ultra	388 FPS	515 FPS
1440p
low	520 FPS	679 FPS
medium	431 FPS	543 FPS
high	388 FPS	469 FPS
ultra	334 FPS	398 FPS
4K
low	388 FPS	484 FPS
medium	302 FPS	401 FPS
high	265 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	212 FPS	302 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
1080p
low	877 FPS	1072 FPS
medium	808 FPS	966 FPS
high	695 FPS	843 FPS
ultra	613 FPS	760 FPS
1440p
low	708 FPS	842 FPS
medium	626 FPS	747 FPS
high	535 FPS	652 FPS
ultra	458 FPS	566 FPS
4K
low	508 FPS	619 FPS
medium	460 FPS	553 FPS
high	404 FPS	487 FPS
ultra	349 FPS	421 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7F72 and EPYC 4545P

EPYC 7F72

The EPYC 7F72 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 192 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 52,840 points. Launch price was $2,450.

EPYC 4545P

The EPYC 4545P 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 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 54,255 points. Launch price was $549.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7F72 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4545P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7F72 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7F72 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P — a 37.4% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The EPYC 7F72 uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the EPYC 4545P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7F72 scores 52,840 against the EPYC 4545P's 54,255 — a 2.6% lead for the EPYC 4545P. L3 cache: 192 MB (total) on the EPYC 7F72 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P.

Feature	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
Cores / Threads	24 / 48+50%	16 / 32
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	5.4 GHz+46%
Base Clock	3.2 GHz+7%	3 GHz
L3 Cache	192 MB (total)+200%	64 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	7 nm, 14 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Zen 2 (2017−2020)	Grado (2025)
PassMark	52,840	54,255+3%

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7F72 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4545P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7F72 versus 5600 on the EPYC 4545P — the EPYC 4545P supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7F72 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7F72) vs 2 (EPYC 4545P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7F72) vs 28 (EPYC 4545P) — the EPYC 7F72 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7F72) and AM5 (EPYC 4545P).

Feature	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
Socket	SP3	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	3200	5600+75%
Max RAM Capacity	4096+2033%	192
RAM Channels	8+300%	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+357%	28

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Advanced Features

Only the EPYC 4545P has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4545P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7F72) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7F72 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 7F72 rivals Xeon Platinum 8260; EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.

Feature	EPYC 7F72	EPYC 4545P
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	None	AMD Radeon Graphics
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 7F72 launched at $2131 MSRP, while the EPYC 4545P debuted at $549. On MSRP ($2131 vs $549), the EPYC 4545P is $1582 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7F72 delivers 24.8 pts/$ vs 98.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 4545P — making the EPYC 4545P the 119.8% better value option.