EPYC 4545P vs Xeon w5-3535X

CPU

GPU

EPYC 4545P

16 Cores32 Thrd65 WWMax: 5.4 GHz2025

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Xeon w5-3535X

20 Cores40 Thrd300 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2024

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

EPYC 4545P

16 / 32

54,255

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

Xeon w5-3535X

20 / 40

55,532

+2.4%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

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 4545P

2025

Why buy it

✅+21.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 53 MB).
✅Costs $1,150 less on MSRP ($549 MSRP vs $1,699 MSRP).
✅Delivers 202.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 98.8 vs 32.7 PassMark/$ ($549 MSRP vs $1,699 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 300W, a 235W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with AMD Radeon Graphics, while Xeon w5-3535X needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon w5-3535X across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (54,255 vs 55,532).

Xeon w5-3535X

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.6% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅300% more PCIe lanes (112 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (53 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 32.7 vs 98.8 PassMark/$ ($1,699 MSRP vs $549 MSRP).
❌361.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while EPYC 4545P can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

EPYC 4545P

2025

Xeon w5-3535X

2024

Why buy it

✅+21.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 53 MB).
✅Costs $1,150 less on MSRP ($549 MSRP vs $1,699 MSRP).
✅Delivers 202.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 98.8 vs 32.7 PassMark/$ ($549 MSRP vs $1,699 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 300W, a 235W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with AMD Radeon Graphics, while Xeon w5-3535X needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.6% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅300% more PCIe lanes (112 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon w5-3535X across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (54,255 vs 55,532).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (53 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 32.7 vs 98.8 PassMark/$ ($1,699 MSRP vs $549 MSRP).
❌361.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while EPYC 4545P can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon w5-3535X better than EPYC 4545P?

Yes. Xeon w5-3535X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 23.6% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data and 2.4% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Xeon w5-3535X is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 23.6% 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, Xeon w5-3535X is the better fit. You are getting 2.4% better PassMark, backed by 20 cores and 40 threads.

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

Xeon w5-3535X is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 4545P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon w5-3535X is 209.5% more expensive on MSRP at $1,699 MSRP versus $549 MSRP, and it gives you a 23.6% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 4545P is also 202.4% better value on MSRP (98.8 vs 32.7 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds 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 2024) and 21.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 53 MB). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

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 4545P Benchmark Check

Xeon w5-3535X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
1080p
low	286 FPS	315 FPS
medium	262 FPS	303 FPS
high	215 FPS	243 FPS
ultra	181 FPS	204 FPS
1440p
low	262 FPS	272 FPS
medium	218 FPS	233 FPS
high	167 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	148 FPS	154 FPS
4K
low	182 FPS	185 FPS
medium	151 FPS	157 FPS
high	115 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	102 FPS	106 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
1080p
low	674 FPS	677 FPS
medium	580 FPS	587 FPS
high	434 FPS	477 FPS
ultra	375 FPS	423 FPS
1440p
low	567 FPS	547 FPS
medium	506 FPS	484 FPS
high	392 FPS	411 FPS
ultra	312 FPS	338 FPS
4K
low	320 FPS	322 FPS
medium	289 FPS	285 FPS
high	255 FPS	264 FPS
ultra	219 FPS	232 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
1080p
low	850 FPS	1025 FPS
medium	679 FPS	1045 FPS
high	601 FPS	967 FPS
ultra	515 FPS	829 FPS
1440p
low	679 FPS	994 FPS
medium	543 FPS	880 FPS
high	469 FPS	798 FPS
ultra	398 FPS	656 FPS
4K
low	484 FPS	593 FPS
medium	401 FPS	510 FPS
high	360 FPS	458 FPS
ultra	302 FPS	395 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
1080p
low	1072 FPS	1211 FPS
medium	966 FPS	1015 FPS
high	843 FPS	925 FPS
ultra	760 FPS	808 FPS
1440p
low	842 FPS	979 FPS
medium	747 FPS	842 FPS
high	652 FPS	734 FPS
ultra	566 FPS	630 FPS
4K
low	619 FPS	727 FPS
medium	553 FPS	630 FPS
high	487 FPS	556 FPS
ultra	421 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 4545P and Xeon w5-3535X

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.

Xeon w5-3535X

The Xeon w5-3535X 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 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 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: 55,532 points. Launch price was $1,689.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 4545P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon w5-3535X offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon w5-3535X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4545P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3535X — a 11.8% clock advantage for the EPYC 4545P (base: 3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The EPYC 4545P uses the Grado (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon w5-3535X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4545P scores 54,255 against the Xeon w5-3535X's 55,532 — a 2.3% lead for the Xeon w5-3535X. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 4545P vs 52.5 MB on the Xeon w5-3535X.

Feature	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	20 / 40+25%
Boost Clock	5.4 GHz+13%	4.8 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+3%	2.9 GHz
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)+22%	52.5 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+100%
Process	4 nm-43%	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Grado (2025)	Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
PassMark	54,255	55,532+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,300
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	30,000

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 4545P uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3535X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the EPYC 4545P versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3535X — the EPYC 4545P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-3535X supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4545P) vs 4 (Xeon w5-3535X). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4545P) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3535X) — the Xeon w5-3535X offers 84 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4545P) and W790 (Xeon w5-3535X).

Feature	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
Socket	AM5	LGA4677
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	5600+111900%	DDR5-4800
Max RAM Capacity	192	4096 GB+2236962033%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	28	112+300%

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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: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4545P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w5-3535X). The EPYC 4545P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon w5-3535X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon w5-3535X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 4545P rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Xeon w5-3535X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.

Feature	EPYC 4545P	Xeon w5-3535X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	AMD Radeon Graphics	None
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Workstation

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 4545P launched at $549 MSRP, while the Xeon w5-3535X debuted at $1699. On MSRP ($549 vs $1699), the EPYC 4545P is $1150 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4545P delivers 98.8 pts/$ vs 32.7 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-3535X — making the EPYC 4545P the 100.6% better value option.