EPYC 7601 vs Xeon Gold 6338T

CPU

GPU

EPYC 7601

32 Cores64 Thrd180 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2017

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Xeon Gold 6338T

24 Cores48 Thrd165 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2021

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

EPYC 7601

32 / 64

35,059

0.0%

Ryzen 7 5800HS

Ryzen 7 3800XT

Ryzen 9 PRO 7940HS

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

Ryzen 9 8940HX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

Xeon Gold 6338T

24 / 48

35,801

+2.1%

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.

EPYC 7601

2017

Why buy it

✅+77.8% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 36 MB).
✅100% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 64) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (35,059 vs 35,801).
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon Gold 6338T

2021

Why buy it

✅Draws 165W instead of 180W, a 15W reduction.
✅AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (36 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $3,139 MSRP, while EPYC 7601 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

EPYC 7601

2017

Xeon Gold 6338T

2021

Why buy it

✅+77.8% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 36 MB).
✅100% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 64) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Draws 165W instead of 180W, a 15W reduction.
✅AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (35,059 vs 35,801).
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (36 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $3,139 MSRP, while EPYC 7601 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon Gold 6338T better than EPYC 7601?

Yes. Xeon Gold 6338T is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 2.1% 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, Xeon Gold 6338T is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.3% 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, Xeon Gold 6338T is the better fit. You are getting 2.1% better PassMark, backed by 24 cores and 48 threads.

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

Xeon Gold 6338T is the smarter buy today. Xeon Gold 6338T is at an unclear MSRP at $3,139 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 2.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (11.4 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), 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?

Xeon Gold 6338T is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2021 vs 2017), more multi-core headroom with 24 cores / 48 threads instead of 32/64, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

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 7601 Benchmark Check

Xeon Gold 6338T Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
1080p
low	187 FPS	185 FPS
medium	165 FPS	149 FPS
high	132 FPS	120 FPS
ultra	105 FPS	94 FPS
1440p
low	153 FPS	154 FPS
medium	127 FPS	120 FPS
high	97 FPS	93 FPS
ultra	78 FPS	74 FPS
4K
low	71 FPS	72 FPS
medium	63 FPS	60 FPS
high	48 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	39 FPS	38 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
1080p
low	207 FPS	232 FPS
medium	188 FPS	208 FPS
high	160 FPS	172 FPS
ultra	131 FPS	139 FPS
1440p
low	178 FPS	199 FPS
medium	163 FPS	180 FPS
high	141 FPS	154 FPS
ultra	111 FPS	119 FPS
4K
low	112 FPS	124 FPS
medium	103 FPS	114 FPS
high	92 FPS	101 FPS
ultra	75 FPS	81 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
1080p
low	620 FPS	895 FPS
medium	518 FPS	817 FPS
high	466 FPS	766 FPS
ultra	399 FPS	680 FPS
1440p
low	517 FPS	746 FPS
medium	432 FPS	643 FPS
high	378 FPS	603 FPS
ultra	325 FPS	535 FPS
4K
low	383 FPS	479 FPS
medium	308 FPS	378 FPS
high	270 FPS	334 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	272 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
1080p
low	834 FPS	895 FPS
medium	759 FPS	813 FPS
high	652 FPS	698 FPS
ultra	565 FPS	600 FPS
1440p
low	667 FPS	701 FPS
medium	584 FPS	616 FPS
high	500 FPS	527 FPS
ultra	422 FPS	451 FPS
4K
low	475 FPS	506 FPS
medium	427 FPS	452 FPS
high	375 FPS	396 FPS
ultra	322 FPS	344 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7601 and Xeon Gold 6338T

EPYC 7601

The EPYC 7601 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 35,059 points. Launch price was $4,200.

Xeon Gold 6338T

The Xeon Gold 6338T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 35,801 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7601 packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6338T offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7601 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the EPYC 7601 versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6338T — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6338T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The EPYC 7601 uses the Naples (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6338T uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7601 scores 35,059 against the Xeon Gold 6338T's 35,801 — a 2.1% lead for the Xeon Gold 6338T. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7601 vs 36 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6338T.

Feature	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
Cores / Threads	32 / 64+33%	24 / 48
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+5%	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)+78%	36 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	14 nm	10 nm-29%
Architecture	Naples (2017−2018)	Ice Lake-SP (2021)
PassMark	35,059	35,801+2%

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7601 uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6338T uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2666 on the EPYC 7601 versus 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6338T — the Xeon Gold 6338T supports 18.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6338T supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 2048 — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7601) vs 64 (Xeon Gold 6338T) — the EPYC 7601 offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7601) and C621A (Xeon Gold 6338T).

Feature	EPYC 7601	Xeon Gold 6338T
Socket	TR4	LGA4189
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	2666	3200+20%
Max RAM Capacity	2048	6144+200%
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+100%	64

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Gold 6338T supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SVM (EPYC 7601) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6338T). Direct competitor: EPYC 7601 rivals Xeon Platinum 8180; Xeon Gold 6338T rivals EPYC 7443P.