EPYC 73F3 vs Xeon W-3175X

CPU

GPU

EPYC 73F3

16 Cores32 Thrd240 WWMax: 4 GHz2021

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Xeon W-3175X

28 Cores56 Thrd255 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2018

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

EPYC 73F3

16 / 32

46,103

0.0%

Ryzen 7 5800

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

Ryzen 7 7700X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX

Xeon W-3175X

28 / 56

46,125

0.0%

About PassMark

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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 73F3

2021

Why buy it

✅+564.9% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 39 MB).
✅Draws 240W instead of 255W, a 15W reduction.
✅166.7% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 48) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (46,103 vs 46,125).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 13.1 vs 15.4 PassMark/$ ($3,521 MSRP vs $2,999 MSRP).

Xeon W-3175X

2018

Why buy it

✅Costs $522 less on MSRP ($2,999 MSRP vs $3,521 MSRP).
✅Delivers 17.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 15.4 vs 13.1 PassMark/$ ($2,999 MSRP vs $3,521 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (39 MB vs 256 MB).

EPYC 73F3

2021

Xeon W-3175X

2018

Why buy it

✅+564.9% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 39 MB).
✅Draws 240W instead of 255W, a 15W reduction.
✅166.7% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 48) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Costs $522 less on MSRP ($2,999 MSRP vs $3,521 MSRP).
✅Delivers 17.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 15.4 vs 13.1 PassMark/$ ($2,999 MSRP vs $3,521 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (46,103 vs 46,125).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 13.1 vs 15.4 PassMark/$ ($3,521 MSRP vs $2,999 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (39 MB vs 256 MB).

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon W-3175X better than EPYC 73F3?

Yes. Xeon W-3175X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Xeon W-3175X is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.0% 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 W-3175X is the better fit. You are getting 0% better PassMark, backed by 28 cores and 56 threads.

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

Xeon W-3175X is the smarter buy today. Xeon W-3175X is $522 cheaper on MSRP at $2,999 MSRP versus $3,521 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 17.5% better value on MSRP (15.4 vs 13.1 PassMark/$), 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 73F3 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2021 vs 2018) and 564.9% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 39 MB). That extra cache should hold up really well in CPU-limited games and high-refresh builds.

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 73F3 Benchmark Check

Xeon W-3175X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
1080p
low	200 FPS	195 FPS
medium	159 FPS	157 FPS
high	128 FPS	128 FPS
ultra	98 FPS	99 FPS
1440p
low	166 FPS	160 FPS
medium	128 FPS	125 FPS
high	99 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	78 FPS	77 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	73 FPS
medium	61 FPS	60 FPS
high	48 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	39 FPS	39 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
1080p
low	510 FPS	443 FPS
medium	446 FPS	387 FPS
high	357 FPS	316 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	260 FPS
1440p
low	418 FPS	382 FPS
medium	375 FPS	336 FPS
high	309 FPS	278 FPS
ultra	244 FPS	221 FPS
4K
low	257 FPS	238 FPS
medium	235 FPS	211 FPS
high	206 FPS	187 FPS
ultra	171 FPS	154 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
1080p
low	979 FPS	1018 FPS
medium	819 FPS	908 FPS
high	760 FPS	877 FPS
ultra	678 FPS	790 FPS
1440p
low	675 FPS	734 FPS
medium	564 FPS	634 FPS
high	515 FPS	602 FPS
ultra	453 FPS	538 FPS
4K
low	482 FPS	469 FPS
medium	382 FPS	369 FPS
high	338 FPS	329 FPS
ultra	274 FPS	270 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
1080p
low	1146 FPS	938 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	850 FPS
high	873 FPS	735 FPS
ultra	758 FPS	639 FPS
1440p
low	842 FPS	743 FPS
medium	733 FPS	650 FPS
high	620 FPS	559 FPS
ultra	539 FPS	479 FPS
4K
low	608 FPS	536 FPS
medium	542 FPS	476 FPS
high	471 FPS	419 FPS
ultra	407 FPS	363 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 73F3 and Xeon W-3175X

EPYC 73F3

The EPYC 73F3 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,103 points. Launch price was $3,521.

Xeon W-3175X

The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 73F3 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon W-3175X offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the EPYC 73F3 versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X — a 5.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 73F3 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The EPYC 73F3 uses the Milan (2021−2023) architecture (7 nm+), while the Xeon W-3175X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 73F3 scores 46,103 against the Xeon W-3175X's 46,125 — a 0% lead for the Xeon W-3175X. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 73F3 vs 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X.

Feature	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	28 / 56+75%
Boost Clock	4 GHz+5%	3.8 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+13%	3.1 GHz
L3 Cache	256 MB (total)+565%	38.5 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	7 nm+-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Milan (2021−2023)	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
PassMark	46,103	46,125
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	31,350
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,467
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	17,358

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 73F3 uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon W-3175X uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 73F3 versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X — the EPYC 73F3 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 73F3 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 73F3) vs 6 (Xeon W-3175X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 73F3) vs 48 (Xeon W-3175X) — the EPYC 73F3 offers 80 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (EPYC 73F3) and Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X).

Feature	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
Socket	SP3	LGA3647
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	3200+79900%	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	4096	512 GB+13107100%
RAM Channels	8+33%	6
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+167%	48

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Advanced Features

Only the Xeon W-3175X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 73F3 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.

Feature	EPYC 73F3	Xeon W-3175X
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 73F3 launched at $3521 MSRP, while the Xeon W-3175X debuted at $2999. On MSRP ($3521 vs $2999), the Xeon W-3175X is $522 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 73F3 delivers 13.1 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3175X — making the Xeon W-3175X the 16.1% better value option.