EPYC 9474F vs Xeon 6747P

AMD

EPYC 9474F

48 Cores96 Thrd360 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2022

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Intel

Xeon 6747P

48 Cores96 Thrd330 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2025

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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.

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 9474F

2022

Why buy it

  • 45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

  • 4.4% HIGHER MSRP
    $6,780 MSRPvs$6,497 MSRP
  • No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon 6747P

2025

Why buy it

  • Costs $283 less on MSRP ($6,497 MSRP vs $6,780 MSRP).
  • Draws 330W instead of 360W, a 30W reduction.
  • AVX-512 support for select workstation, AI, and scientific workloads.

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark (101,685 vs 102,255).

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 9474F better than Xeon 6747P?
Yes. EPYC 9474F is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 1.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0.6% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.
Which one is better for gaming?
If gaming is the priority, EPYC 9474F is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 1.5% 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 9474F is the better fit. You are getting 0.6% better PassMark, backed by 48 cores and 96 threads.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
EPYC 9474F is still the faster CPU overall, but Xeon 6747P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. EPYC 9474F is 4.4% more expensive on MSRP at $6,780 MSRP versus $6,497 MSRP, and it gives you a 1.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Xeon 6747P is also 3.8% better value on MSRP (15.7 vs 15.1 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Xeon 6747P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2022) and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
1080p
low218 FPS188 FPS
medium179 FPS165 FPS
high154 FPS131 FPS
ultra108 FPS106 FPS
1440p
low189 FPS155 FPS
medium151 FPS131 FPS
high121 FPS100 FPS
ultra86 FPS82 FPS
4K
low77 FPS70 FPS
medium64 FPS63 FPS
high50 FPS49 FPS
ultra41 FPS40 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
1080p
low615 FPS520 FPS
medium537 FPS460 FPS
high433 FPS376 FPS
ultra378 FPS309 FPS
1440p
low516 FPS425 FPS
medium459 FPS383 FPS
high381 FPS321 FPS
ultra316 FPS256 FPS
4K
low320 FPS262 FPS
medium288 FPS239 FPS
high258 FPS212 FPS
ultra232 FPS176 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
1080p
low787 FPS849 FPS
medium671 FPS768 FPS
high608 FPS730 FPS
ultra534 FPS641 FPS
1440p
low586 FPS737 FPS
medium497 FPS662 FPS
high443 FPS626 FPS
ultra384 FPS558 FPS
4K
low423 FPS493 FPS
medium339 FPS402 FPS
high299 FPS364 FPS
ultra240 FPS303 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
1080p
low1075 FPS1034 FPS
medium974 FPS916 FPS
high829 FPS789 FPS
ultra732 FPS670 FPS
1440p
low819 FPS848 FPS
medium717 FPS727 FPS
high607 FPS623 FPS
ultra521 FPS525 FPS
4K
low592 FPS613 FPS
medium531 FPS538 FPS
high461 FPS474 FPS
ultra393 FPS403 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9474F and Xeon 6747P

AMD

EPYC 9474F

The EPYC 9474F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 360 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 102,255 points. Launch price was $6,780.

Intel

Xeon 6747P

The Xeon 6747P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 288 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 330 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s), MRDIMM(8800MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 101,685 points. Launch price was $6,497.

Processing Power

Both the EPYC 9474F and Xeon 6747P share an identical 48-core/96-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9474F versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon 6747P — a 5% clock advantage for the EPYC 9474F (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 9474F uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon 6747P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9474F scores 102,255 against the Xeon 6747P's 101,685 — a 0.6% lead for the EPYC 9474F. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9474F vs 288 MB (total) on the Xeon 6747P.

FeatureEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
Cores / Threads
48 / 96
48 / 96
Boost Clock
4.1 GHz+5%
3.9 GHz
Base Clock
3.6 GHz+33%
2.7 GHz
L3 Cache
256 MB (total)
288 MB (total)+13%
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
2 MB (per core)+100%
Process
5 nm, 6 nm
Intel 3 nm-40%
Architecture
Genoa (2022−2023)
Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark
102,255
101,685
Geekbench 6 Single
2,000
Geekbench 6 Multi
45,000
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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9474F uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6747P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon 6747P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 6 TB 199.4% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9474F) vs 8 (Xeon 6747P). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9474F) vs 88 (Xeon 6747P) — the EPYC 9474F offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9474F) and C741 (Xeon 6747P).

FeatureEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
Socket
SP5
LGA4710
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-4800
DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity
6 TB+50%
4096 GB
RAM Channels
12+50%
8
ECC Support
Yes
Yes
PCIe Lanes
128+45%
88
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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9474F) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6747P). Primary use case: EPYC 9474F targets Data Center / Performance Optimized, Xeon 6747P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 9474F rivals Xeon 8461V; Xeon 6747P rivals EPYC 9555.

FeatureEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
Integrated GPU
No
No
IGPU Model
None
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V, SEV-SNP
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Data Center / Performance Optimized
High Performance Server
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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9474F launched at $6780 MSRP, while the Xeon 6747P debuted at $6497. On MSRP ($6780 vs $6497), the Xeon 6747P is $283 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9474F delivers 15.1 pts/$ vs 15.7 pts/$ for the Xeon 6747P — making the Xeon 6747P the 3.7% better value option.

FeatureEPYC 9474FXeon 6747P
MSRP
$6780
$6497-4%
Performance per Dollar
15.1
15.7+4%
Release Date
2022
2025