EPYC 72F3 vs Core i7-12700K

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

27252

Passmark Score

34347

Performance Difference

Core i7-12700K is 26.0% faster than EPYC 72F3

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-12700K performs 26.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 72F3 and Core i7-12700K.

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 72F3 and Core i7-12700K

AMD

EPYC 72F3

The EPYC 72F3 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 27,252 points. Launch price was $2,468.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$2,468
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:15 March 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Milan (2021−2023)
Performance Ranking Position:509

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:8x 81 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:256 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.1 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Transistor Count:33,200 million
Process Technology:7 nm+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:SP3
Power Consumption (TDP):180 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200
Memory Bandwidth:204.795 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:4 TiB
Intel

Core i7-12700K

The Core i7-12700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,347 points. Launch price was $409.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i7
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$409
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 November 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021)
Performance Ranking Position:351

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:20
Die Size:215.25 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:25 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5 GHz
Multiplicador:36
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Cores Eficientes:4
Type De Autocarro:DMI 4.0
Process Technology:10 nm
Cores De Desempenho:8
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:8 × 16 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1700
Power Consumption (TDP):125 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4, DDR5
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:76.805 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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