Core i9-14900KS vs EPYC 4584PX

CPU

GPU

Core i9-14900KS

24 Cores32 Thrd150 WWMax: 5.9 GHz2024

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EPYC 4584PX

16 Cores32 Thrd120 WWMax: 5.7 GHz2024

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i9-14900KS

24 / 32

60,531

+0.6%

60,169

0.0%

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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.

Core i9-14900KS

2024

Why buy it

✅+0.6% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $768 less on MSRP ($749 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).
✅Delivers 103.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 80.8 vs 39.7 PassMark/$ ($749 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 4584PX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 4584PX, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 28 PCIe lanes.
❌25% higher power demand at 150W vs 120W.

EPYC 4584PX

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.6% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 28 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅Draws 120W instead of 150W, a 30W reduction.
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (60,169 vs 60,531).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 39.7 vs 80.8 PassMark/$ ($1,517 MSRP vs $749 MSRP).

Core i9-14900KS

2024

EPYC 4584PX

2024

Why buy it

✅+0.6% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $768 less on MSRP ($749 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).
✅Delivers 103.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 80.8 vs 39.7 PassMark/$ ($749 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.6% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 28 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅Draws 120W instead of 150W, a 30W reduction.
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 4584PX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 4584PX, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 28 PCIe lanes.
❌25% higher power demand at 150W vs 120W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (60,169 vs 60,531).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 39.7 vs 80.8 PassMark/$ ($1,517 MSRP vs $749 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 4584PX better than Core i9-14900KS?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. EPYC 4584PX makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core i9-14900KS is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i9-14900KS is the better fit. You are getting 0.6% better PassMark, backed by 24 cores and 32 threads.

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

EPYC 4584PX is the better pure gaming CPU, but Core i9-14900KS is probably the smarter buy for most balanced builds. EPYC 4584PX is 102.5% more expensive on MSRP at $1,517 MSRP versus $749 MSRP, and it gives you a 6.6% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. In practice, most of the premium is paying for the extra gaming cache advantage, while Core i9-14900KS keeps the platform cost lower and stays stronger for more general mixed workloads.

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

EPYC 4584PX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 3D V-Cache and a much larger 128 MB L3 cache instead of 36 MB 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.

Core i9-14900KS Benchmark Check

EPYC 4584PX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
1080p
low	325 FPS	290 FPS
medium	314 FPS	264 FPS
high	246 FPS	219 FPS
ultra	207 FPS	186 FPS
1440p
low	281 FPS	274 FPS
medium	241 FPS	227 FPS
high	177 FPS	176 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	156 FPS
4K
low	194 FPS	189 FPS
medium	165 FPS	155 FPS
high	122 FPS	119 FPS
ultra	110 FPS	106 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
1080p
low	792 FPS	701 FPS
medium	688 FPS	599 FPS
high	550 FPS	444 FPS
ultra	488 FPS	375 FPS
1440p
low	664 FPS	574 FPS
medium	597 FPS	511 FPS
high	490 FPS	394 FPS
ultra	400 FPS	312 FPS
4K
low	369 FPS	323 FPS
medium	336 FPS	291 FPS
high	312 FPS	256 FPS
ultra	275 FPS	218 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
1080p
low	794 FPS	1025 FPS
medium	660 FPS	1166 FPS
high	572 FPS	1102 FPS
ultra	493 FPS	875 FPS
1440p
low	711 FPS	972 FPS
medium	599 FPS	879 FPS
high	512 FPS	806 FPS
ultra	450 FPS	656 FPS
4K
low	522 FPS	597 FPS
medium	463 FPS	519 FPS
high	412 FPS	466 FPS
ultra	352 FPS	394 FPS

Open Core i9-14900KS Open EPYC 4584PX

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
1080p
low	1091 FPS	1303 FPS
medium	975 FPS	1015 FPS
high	853 FPS	993 FPS
ultra	760 FPS	865 FPS
1440p
low	900 FPS	1035 FPS
medium	791 FPS	897 FPS
high	690 FPS	772 FPS
ultra	607 FPS	647 FPS
4K
low	662 FPS	759 FPS
medium	592 FPS	662 FPS
high	523 FPS	577 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-14900KS and EPYC 4584PX

Core i9-14900KS

The Core i9-14900KS is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Marchar 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.9 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 60,531 points. Launch price was $689.

EPYC 4584PX

The EPYC 4584PX 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 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 60,169 points. Launch price was $699.

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Processing Power

The Core i9-14900KS packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 4584PX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-14900KS has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.9 GHz on the Core i9-14900KS versus 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4584PX — a 3.4% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900KS (base: 3.2 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Core i9-14900KS uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 4584PX uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-14900KS scores 60,531 against the EPYC 4584PX's 60,169 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i9-14900KS. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14900KS vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4584PX.

Feature	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
Cores / Threads	24 / 32+50%	16 / 32
Boost Clock	5.9 GHz+4%	5.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.2 GHz	4.2 GHz+31%
L3 Cache	36 MB (total)	128 MB (total)+256%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	5 nm-29%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)	Raphael (2023−2025)
PassMark	60,531	60,169

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Memory & Platform

The Core i9-14900KS uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 4584PX uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i9-14900KS versus 5200 on the EPYC 4584PX — the Core i9-14900KS supports 7.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4584PX supports up to 256 of RAM compared to 192 — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-14900KS) vs 28 (EPYC 4584PX) — the EPYC 4584PX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,Z690 (Core i9-14900KS) and AM5 (EPYC 4584PX).

Feature	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
Socket	LGA1700	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	5600+8%	5200
Max RAM Capacity	192	256+33%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	28+40%

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the EPYC 4584PX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-14900KS) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4584PX). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-14900KS) and AMD Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4584PX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i9-14900KS rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; EPYC 4584PX rivals Ryzen 9 7950X.

Feature	Core i9-14900KS	EPYC 4584PX
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics 770	AMD Radeon Graphics
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The Core i9-14900KS launched at $749 MSRP, while the EPYC 4584PX debuted at $1517. On MSRP ($749 vs $1517), the Core i9-14900KS is $768 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-14900KS delivers 80.8 pts/$ vs 39.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 4584PX — making the Core i9-14900KS the 68.3% better value option.