EPYC 7251 vs Ryzen 7 5800X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

14935

Passmark Score

27712

Performance Difference

Ryzen 7 5800X is 85.6% faster than EPYC 7251

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 7 5800X performs 85.6% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 7251 and Ryzen 7 5800X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for EPYC 7251 and Ryzen 7 5800X

AMD

EPYC 7251

The EPYC 7251 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Naples (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 14,935 points. Launch price was $574.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$574
Release Date:29 June 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Naples (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:1015

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.9 GHz
Multiplicador:21
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:TR4
Power Consumption (TDP):120 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Eight-channel
Memory Channels:8
Memory Bandwidth:153.652 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TiB
AMD

Ryzen 7 5800X

The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 7
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$449
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:494

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:2 x 80.7 sq. mm; I/O = 125 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB
Max Frequency:4.7 GHz
Multiplicador:38
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.8 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:90 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):105 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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