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 7573X

2022

Why buy it

✅+150.5% higher PassMark.
✅+2300% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 32 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 32 cores / 64 threads, plus 128 PCIe lanes vs 24.
✅433.3% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5800X across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 12.4 vs 61.7 PassMark/$ ($5,590 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
❌166.7% higher power demand at 280W vs 105W.

Ryzen 7 5800X

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +3.6% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $5,141 less on MSRP ($449 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Delivers 396.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 61.7 vs 12.4 PassMark/$ ($449 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Draws 105W instead of 280W, a 175W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (27,712 vs 69,432).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (32 MB vs 768 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 7573X, which brings 32 cores / 64 threads and 128 PCIe lanes.

EPYC 7573X

2022

Ryzen 7 5800X

2020

Why buy it

✅+150.5% higher PassMark.
✅+2300% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 32 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 32 cores / 64 threads, plus 128 PCIe lanes vs 24.
✅433.3% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +3.6% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $5,141 less on MSRP ($449 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Delivers 396.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 61.7 vs 12.4 PassMark/$ ($449 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Draws 105W instead of 280W, a 175W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5800X across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 12.4 vs 61.7 PassMark/$ ($5,590 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
❌166.7% higher power demand at 280W vs 105W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (27,712 vs 69,432).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (32 MB vs 768 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 7573X, which brings 32 cores / 64 threads and 128 PCIe lanes.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 5800X better than EPYC 7573X?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. EPYC 7573X makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 7 5800X is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7573X is the better fit. You are getting 150.5% better PassMark, backed by 32 cores and 64 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 2300% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 32 MB).

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

Ryzen 7 5800X is the smarter buy today. Ryzen 7 5800X is $5,141 cheaper on MSRP at $449 MSRP versus $5,590 MSRP, and it gives you a 3.6% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. The trade-off is that EPYC 7573X is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 150.5% better PassMark. It is also 396.9% better value on MSRP (61.7 vs 12.4 PassMark/$), 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 7573X is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2022 vs 2020), 2300% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 32 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 32 cores / 64 threads instead of 8/16. 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 7573X Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5800X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	205 FPS	206 FPS
medium	167 FPS	178 FPS
high	136 FPS	146 FPS
ultra	105 FPS	110 FPS
1440p
low	163 FPS	170 FPS
medium	127 FPS	142 FPS
high	100 FPS	115 FPS
ultra	79 FPS	88 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	83 FPS
medium	61 FPS	74 FPS
high	48 FPS	59 FPS
ultra	40 FPS	46 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	463 FPS	662 FPS
medium	407 FPS	558 FPS
high	329 FPS	466 FPS
ultra	259 FPS	417 FPS
1440p
low	381 FPS	563 FPS
medium	343 FPS	493 FPS
high	286 FPS	423 FPS
ultra	218 FPS	361 FPS
4K
low	234 FPS	350 FPS
medium	215 FPS	308 FPS
high	180 FPS	288 FPS
ultra	144 FPS	250 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	865 FPS	693 FPS
medium	717 FPS	651 FPS
high	668 FPS	570 FPS
ultra	590 FPS	464 FPS
1440p
low	622 FPS	693 FPS
medium	514 FPS	573 FPS
high	472 FPS	498 FPS
ultra	412 FPS	413 FPS
4K
low	444 FPS	484 FPS
medium	345 FPS	410 FPS
high	308 FPS	363 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	302 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	992 FPS	693 FPS
medium	900 FPS	693 FPS
high	775 FPS	693 FPS
ultra	671 FPS	693 FPS
1440p
low	767 FPS	693 FPS
medium	668 FPS	693 FPS
high	572 FPS	672 FPS
ultra	492 FPS	593 FPS
4K
low	550 FPS	604 FPS
medium	490 FPS	550 FPS
high	430 FPS	495 FPS
ultra	372 FPS	436 FPS

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7573X and Ryzen 7 5800X

EPYC 7573X

The EPYC 7573X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-01. It is based on the Milan-X (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 69,432 points. Launch price was $5,590.

Ryzen 7 5800X

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7573X packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the EPYC 7573X has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the EPYC 7573X versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X — a 26.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5800X (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The EPYC 7573X uses the Milan-X (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7573X scores 69,432 against the Ryzen 7 5800X's 27,712 — a 85.9% lead for the EPYC 7573X. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7573X vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X.

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
Cores / Threads	32 / 64+300%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	4.7 GHz+31%
Base Clock	2.8 GHz	3.8 GHz+36%
L3 Cache	768 MB (total)+2300%	32 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K (per core)
Process	7 nm	7 nm, 12 nm
Architecture	Milan-X (2022)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	69,432+151%	27,712

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7573X uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7573X versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X — the EPYC 7573X supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7573X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (EPYC 7573X) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 5800X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 7573X) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) — the EPYC 7573X offers 104 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7573X) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 5800X).

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
Socket	SP3	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	3200+79900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	4096	128 GB+3276700%
RAM Channels	8+300%	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+433%	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7573X) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop. Direct competitor: EPYC 7573X rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen 7 5800X
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 7573X launched at $5590 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5800X debuted at $449. On MSRP ($5590 vs $449), the Ryzen 7 5800X is $5141 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7573X delivers 12.4 pts/$ vs 61.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5800X — making the Ryzen 7 5800X the 133% better value option.