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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 4584PX

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.6% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,383 less on MSRP ($1,517 MSRP vs $3,900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 160.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 39.7 vs 15.2 PassMark/$ ($1,517 MSRP vs $3,900 MSRP).
✅Draws 120W instead of 240W, a 120W reduction.
✅Newer platform on AM5 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 768 MB).

EPYC 7473X

2022

Why buy it

✅+500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 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 4584PX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (59,280 vs 60,169).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.2 vs 39.7 PassMark/$ ($3,900 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).
❌100% higher power demand at 240W vs 120W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while EPYC 4584PX moves to AM5 and DDR5.

EPYC 4584PX

2024

EPYC 7473X

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.6% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,383 less on MSRP ($1,517 MSRP vs $3,900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 160.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 39.7 vs 15.2 PassMark/$ ($1,517 MSRP vs $3,900 MSRP).
✅Draws 120W instead of 240W, a 120W reduction.
✅Newer platform on AM5 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.

Why buy it

✅+500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 MB).
✅357.1% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 768 MB).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 4584PX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (59,280 vs 60,169).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.2 vs 39.7 PassMark/$ ($3,900 MSRP vs $1,517 MSRP).
❌100% higher power demand at 240W vs 120W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while EPYC 4584PX moves to AM5 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 4584PX better than EPYC 7473X?

Yes. EPYC 4584PX is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 23.6% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.5% 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 4584PX is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 23.6% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 4584PX is the better fit. You are getting 1.5% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 32 threads.

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

EPYC 4584PX is the smarter buy today. EPYC 4584PX is $2,383 cheaper on MSRP at $1,517 MSRP versus $3,900 MSRP, and it gives you a 23.6% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 160.9% better value on MSRP (39.7 vs 15.2 PassMark/$), 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 4584PX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2022), 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 4584PX Benchmark Check

EPYC 7473X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
1080p
low	290 FPS	205 FPS
medium	264 FPS	167 FPS
high	219 FPS	136 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	105 FPS
1440p
low	274 FPS	163 FPS
medium	227 FPS	127 FPS
high	176 FPS	100 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	79 FPS
4K
low	189 FPS	74 FPS
medium	155 FPS	61 FPS
high	119 FPS	48 FPS
ultra	106 FPS	40 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
1080p
low	701 FPS	561 FPS
medium	599 FPS	490 FPS
high	444 FPS	390 FPS
ultra	375 FPS	316 FPS
1440p
low	574 FPS	461 FPS
medium	511 FPS	413 FPS
high	394 FPS	338 FPS
ultra	312 FPS	266 FPS
4K
low	323 FPS	284 FPS
medium	291 FPS	258 FPS
high	256 FPS	225 FPS
ultra	218 FPS	187 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
1080p
low	1025 FPS	865 FPS
medium	1166 FPS	717 FPS
high	1102 FPS	668 FPS
ultra	875 FPS	590 FPS
1440p
low	972 FPS	622 FPS
medium	879 FPS	514 FPS
high	806 FPS	472 FPS
ultra	656 FPS	412 FPS
4K
low	597 FPS	444 FPS
medium	519 FPS	345 FPS
high	466 FPS	308 FPS
ultra	394 FPS	249 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
1080p
low	1303 FPS	994 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	902 FPS
high	993 FPS	777 FPS
ultra	865 FPS	672 FPS
1440p
low	1035 FPS	768 FPS
medium	897 FPS	670 FPS
high	772 FPS	573 FPS
ultra	647 FPS	493 FPS
4K
low	759 FPS	551 FPS
medium	662 FPS	491 FPS
high	577 FPS	431 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	373 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 4584PX and EPYC 7473X

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.

EPYC 7473X

The EPYC 7473X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-01. It is based on the Milan-X (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 59,280 points. Launch price was $3,900.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 4584PX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7473X offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7473X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the EPYC 4584PX versus 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 7473X — a 42.6% clock advantage for the EPYC 4584PX (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The EPYC 4584PX uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 7473X uses Milan-X (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 4584PX scores 60,169 against the EPYC 7473X's 59,280 — a 1.5% lead for the EPYC 4584PX. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 4584PX vs 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7473X.

Feature	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	24 / 48+50%
Boost Clock	5.7 GHz+54%	3.7 GHz
Base Clock	4.2 GHz+50%	2.8 GHz
L3 Cache	128 MB (total)	768 MB (total)+500%
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+100%	512K (per core)
Process	5 nm-29%	7 nm
Architecture	Raphael (2023−2025)	Milan-X (2022)
PassMark	60,169+1%	59,280

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 4584PX uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7473X uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the EPYC 4584PX versus 3200 on the EPYC 7473X — the EPYC 4584PX supports 47.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7473X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (EPYC 4584PX) vs 8 (EPYC 7473X). PCIe lanes: 28 (EPYC 4584PX) vs 128 (EPYC 7473X) — the EPYC 7473X offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (EPYC 4584PX) and SP3 (EPYC 7473X).

Feature	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
Socket	AM5	SP3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	5200+63%	3200
Max RAM Capacity	256	4096+1500%
RAM Channels	2	8+300%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	28	128+357%

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Advanced Features

Only the EPYC 4584PX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4584PX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 4584PX) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7473X). The EPYC 4584PX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 7473X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 4584PX rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; EPYC 7473X rivals Xeon Platinum 8380.

Feature	EPYC 4584PX	EPYC 7473X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	AMD Radeon Graphics	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 4584PX launched at $1517 MSRP, while the EPYC 7473X debuted at $3900. On MSRP ($1517 vs $3900), the EPYC 4584PX is $2383 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4584PX delivers 39.7 pts/$ vs 15.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 7473X — making the EPYC 4584PX the 89.2% better value option.