Ryzen 5 5600X vs EPYC 7401

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

Passmark Score

21845

Passmark Score

55280

Performance Difference

EPYC 7401 is 153.1% faster than Ryzen 5 5600X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, EPYC 7401 performs 153.1% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 5 5600X and EPYC 7401.

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 Ryzen 5 5600X and EPYC 7401

AMD

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X 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 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$299
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:692

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:2x 80.7 + 125 (I/O) mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:95 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

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

EPYC 7401

The EPYC 7401 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 55,280 points. Launch price was $1,850.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$1,850
Release Date:29 June 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Naples (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:165

Technical Specifications

Cores:24
Threads:48
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3 GHz
Multiplicador:20
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:TR4
Power Consumption (TDP):170 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Eight-channel
Memory Channels:8
Memory Bandwidth:170.671 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TiB

Top Performing CPUs

The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores

You May Also Compare

Similar CPU comparisons based on Ryzen 5 5600X and EPYC 7401