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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 9455P

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $2,773 less on MSRP ($4,819 MSRP vs $7,592 MSRP).
✅Delivers 50.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 24.3 vs 16.1 PassMark/$ ($4,819 MSRP vs $7,592 MSRP).
✅Draws 300W instead of 400W, a 100W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 9475F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (1,898 vs 45,000).
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

EPYC 9475F

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +17.3% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 16.1 vs 24.3 PassMark/$ ($7,592 MSRP vs $4,819 MSRP).
❌33.3% higher power demand at 400W vs 300W.

EPYC 9455P

2024

EPYC 9475F

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $2,773 less on MSRP ($4,819 MSRP vs $7,592 MSRP).
✅Delivers 50.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 24.3 vs 16.1 PassMark/$ ($4,819 MSRP vs $7,592 MSRP).
✅Draws 300W instead of 400W, a 100W reduction.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +17.3% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 9475F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (1,898 vs 45,000).
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 16.1 vs 24.3 PassMark/$ ($7,592 MSRP vs $4,819 MSRP).
❌33.3% higher power demand at 400W vs 300W.

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 9475F better than EPYC 9455P?

Yes. EPYC 9475F is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 17.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 2270.9% better Geekbench multi-core, 4.7% higher 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 9475F is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 17.3% 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, EPYC 9475F is the better fit. You are getting 2270.9% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 48 cores and 96 threads.

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

EPYC 9475F is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 9455P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. EPYC 9475F is 57.5% more expensive on MSRP at $7,592 MSRP versus $4,819 MSRP, and it gives you a 17.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 9455P is also 50.4% better value on MSRP (24.3 vs 16.1 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 9475F is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more multi-core headroom with 48 cores / 96 threads instead of 48/96 and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. 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 9455P Benchmark Check

EPYC 9475F Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
1080p
low	171 FPS	315 FPS
medium	142 FPS	289 FPS
high	122 FPS	240 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	203 FPS
1440p
low	150 FPS	278 FPS
medium	121 FPS	230 FPS
high	99 FPS	178 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	157 FPS
4K
low	84 FPS	191 FPS
medium	73 FPS	157 FPS
high	57 FPS	120 FPS
ultra	47 FPS	107 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
1080p
low	655 FPS	725 FPS
medium	566 FPS	618 FPS
high	459 FPS	485 FPS
ultra	397 FPS	421 FPS
1440p
low	546 FPS	579 FPS
medium	483 FPS	510 FPS
high	404 FPS	419 FPS
ultra	328 FPS	341 FPS
4K
low	331 FPS	338 FPS
medium	295 FPS	300 FPS
high	268 FPS	270 FPS
ultra	236 FPS	239 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
1080p
low	747 FPS	906 FPS
medium	634 FPS	738 FPS
high	590 FPS	668 FPS
ultra	519 FPS	566 FPS
1440p
low	561 FPS	702 FPS
medium	474 FPS	570 FPS
high	434 FPS	503 FPS
ultra	376 FPS	424 FPS
4K
low	405 FPS	496 FPS
medium	326 FPS	411 FPS
high	288 FPS	365 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	302 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
1080p
low	993 FPS	1139 FPS
medium	892 FPS	1015 FPS
high	767 FPS	901 FPS
ultra	692 FPS	812 FPS
1440p
low	799 FPS	888 FPS
medium	696 FPS	782 FPS
high	594 FPS	687 FPS
ultra	525 FPS	598 FPS
4K
low	567 FPS	648 FPS
medium	503 FPS	578 FPS
high	441 FPS	513 FPS
ultra	387 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9455P and EPYC 9475F

EPYC 9455P

The EPYC 9455P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 3.15 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 116,926 points. Launch price was $4,819.

EPYC 9475F

The EPYC 9475F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 3.65 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 400 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 122,476 points. Launch price was $7,592.

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Processing Power

Both the EPYC 9455P and EPYC 9475F share an identical 48-core/96-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the EPYC 9455P versus 4.8 GHz on the EPYC 9475F — a 8.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 9475F (base: 3.15 GHz vs 3.65 GHz). Both are built on the Turin (2024) architecture using a 4 nm process. In PassMark, the EPYC 9455P scores 116,926 against the EPYC 9475F's 122,476 — a 4.6% lead for the EPYC 9475F. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,962 vs 1,960, a 0.1% lead for the EPYC 9455P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,898 vs 45,000 (183.8% advantage for the EPYC 9475F). Both processors carry 256 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
Cores / Threads	48 / 96	48 / 96
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz	4.8 GHz+9%
Base Clock	3.15 GHz	3.65 GHz+16%
L3 Cache	256 MB (total)	256 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	1 MB (per core)
Process	4 nm	4 nm
Architecture	Turin (2024)	Turin (2024)
PassMark	116,926	122,476+5%
Geekbench 6 Single	1,962	1,960
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,898	45,000+2271%

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the SP5 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to DDR5-6000 memory speed. The EPYC 9475F supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 9 TB — 199.4% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 12-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9455P) and SP5 (EPYC 9475F).

Feature	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
Socket	SP5	SP5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-6000	DDR5-6000
Max RAM Capacity	9 TB+50%	6144 GB
RAM Channels	12	12
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9455P) vs AMD-V (EPYC 9475F). Primary use case: EPYC 9455P targets Data Center / Single Socket, EPYC 9475F targets Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9455P rivals Xeon 6766E; EPYC 9475F rivals Xeon 6952P.

Feature	EPYC 9455P	EPYC 9475F
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	—	None
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V, SEV-SNP	AMD-V
Target Use	Data Center / Single Socket	Server

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9455P launched at $4819 MSRP, while the EPYC 9475F debuted at $7592. On MSRP ($4819 vs $7592), the EPYC 9455P is $2773 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9455P delivers 24.3 pts/$ vs 16.1 pts/$ for the EPYC 9475F — making the EPYC 9455P the 40.3% better value option.