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 4484PX

2024

Why buy it

✅+0.7% higher PassMark.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 9 7900X3D across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Ryzen 9 7900X3D

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +7.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (50,213 vs 50,547).

EPYC 4484PX

2024

Ryzen 9 7900X3D

2023

Why buy it

✅+0.7% higher PassMark.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +7.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 9 7900X3D across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (50,213 vs 50,547).

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 4484PX better than Ryzen 9 7900X3D?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. EPYC 4484PX makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 9 7900X3D 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 4484PX is the better fit. You are getting 0.7% better PassMark, backed by 12 cores and 24 threads.

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

EPYC 4484PX is the smarter buy today. EPYC 4484PX is in basically the same MSRP band at $599 MSRP versus $599 MSRP, and it gives you 0.7% better PassMark. The trade-off is that Ryzen 9 7900X3D is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 7.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 0.7% better value on MSRP (84.4 vs 83.8 PassMark/$), 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 4484PX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2023) and more multi-core headroom with 12 cores / 24 threads instead of 12/24. 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 4484PX Benchmark Check

Ryzen 9 7900X3D Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
1080p
low	271 FPS	272 FPS
medium	248 FPS	249 FPS
high	212 FPS	212 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	186 FPS
1440p
low	263 FPS	264 FPS
medium	216 FPS	217 FPS
high	171 FPS	172 FPS
ultra	154 FPS	155 FPS
4K
low	182 FPS	183 FPS
medium	149 FPS	150 FPS
high	112 FPS	113 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	101 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
1080p
low	806 FPS	845 FPS
medium	657 FPS	689 FPS
high	488 FPS	511 FPS
ultra	404 FPS	423 FPS
1440p
low	648 FPS	679 FPS
medium	551 FPS	578 FPS
high	425 FPS	445 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	345 FPS
4K
low	361 FPS	379 FPS
medium	311 FPS	326 FPS
high	273 FPS	286 FPS
ultra	230 FPS	241 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
1080p
low	1025 FPS	1025 FPS
medium	1163 FPS	1164 FPS
high	1100 FPS	1101 FPS
ultra	875 FPS	875 FPS
1440p
low	970 FPS	972 FPS
medium	877 FPS	878 FPS
high	804 FPS	805 FPS
ultra	656 FPS	656 FPS
4K
low	596 FPS	597 FPS
medium	518 FPS	518 FPS
high	465 FPS	465 FPS
ultra	393 FPS	393 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
1080p
low	1264 FPS	1255 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	1015 FPS
high	993 FPS	993 FPS
ultra	865 FPS	865 FPS
1440p
low	1035 FPS	1037 FPS
medium	897 FPS	899 FPS
high	772 FPS	774 FPS
ultra	647 FPS	649 FPS
4K
low	759 FPS	761 FPS
medium	662 FPS	664 FPS
high	577 FPS	578 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 4484PX and Ryzen 9 7900X3D

EPYC 4484PX

The EPYC 4484PX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,547 points. Launch price was $599.

Ryzen 9 7900X3D

The Ryzen 9 7900X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 50,213 points. Launch price was $599.

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Processing Power

Both the EPYC 4484PX and Ryzen 9 7900X3D share an identical 12-core/24-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.6 GHz on the EPYC 4484PX versus 5.6 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7900X3D — identical boost frequencies (base: 4.4 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). Both are built on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture using a 5 nm process. In PassMark, the EPYC 4484PX scores 50,547 against the Ryzen 9 7900X3D's 50,213 — a 0.7% lead for the EPYC 4484PX. Both processors carry 128 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
Cores / Threads	12 / 24	12 / 24
Boost Clock	5.6 GHz	5.6 GHz
Base Clock	4.4 GHz	4.4 GHz
L3 Cache	128 MB (total)	128 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	1 MB (per core)
Process	5 nm	5 nm, 6 nm
Architecture	Raphael (2023−2025)	Raphael (2023−2025)
PassMark	50,547	50,213
Cinebench R23 Multi	24,500	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,950	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	17,500	—

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the AM5 socket with PCIe 4.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4484PX versus 5200 on the Ryzen 9 7900X3D — the Ryzen 9 7900X3D supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 4484PX supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 28 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4484PX) and AM5 (Ryzen 9 7900X3D).

Feature	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
Socket	AM5	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200	5200+103900%
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+157286300%	128
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	28	28

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 9 7900X3D 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. Virtualization support: AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4484PX) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 9 7900X3D). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (EPYC 4484PX) and AMD Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 9 7900X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 4484PX targets Workstation / Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 4484PX rivals Ryzen 9 7900X3D; Ryzen 9 7900X3D rivals Core i7-14700K.

Feature	EPYC 4484PX	Ryzen 9 7900X3D
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Radeon Graphics	AMD Radeon Graphics
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V, AMD-Vi	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V
Target Use	Workstation / Server	—

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 4484PX launched at $599 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 7900X3D debuted at $599. On MSRP ($599 vs $599), the Ryzen 9 7900X3D is $0 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 4484PX delivers 84.4 pts/$ vs 83.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 7900X3D — making the EPYC 4484PX the 0.7% better value option.