AMD EPYC 7473X vs AMD FX-8100
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AMD EPYC 7473X or AMD EPYC 7473X – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD EPYC 7473X features 24 processor cores and has the capability to manage 48 threads concurrently. It was released in Q2/2022 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD EPYC series. To use the AMD EPYC 7473X, you'll need a motherboard with a SP3 socket. The AMD FX-8100 features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently. It was released in Q4/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the AMD FX series. To use the AMD FX-8100, you'll need a motherboard with a AM3+ socket. |
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| AMD EPYC 7003 | Group | AMD FX-8000 |
| 3 | Generation | 2 |
| AMD EPYC 7473X | Name | AMD FX-8100 |
| Desktop / Server | Segment | Desktop / Server |
| AMD EPYC | Family | AMD FX |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The AMD EPYC 7473X has 24 CPU cores and can calculate 48 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD EPYC 7473X is 2.8 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator. The AMD FX-8100 has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD FX-8100 is 2.8 GHz |
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| None | None | 3.7 GHz |
| 3.7 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 core) | 3.7 GHz |
| normal | Core architecture | normal |
| 2.8 GHz | Frequency | 2.8 GHz |
| 24 | CPU Cores | 8 |
| No | Overclocking | Yes |
| Yes | Hyperthreading | No |
| 24x Zen 3 | Cores | 8x |
| 48 | Threads | 8 |
Internal Graphics |
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The AMD EPYC 7473X does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD FX-8100 does not have integrated graphics. |
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| -- | Direct X | -- |
| 0 bytes | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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Hardware codec support |
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A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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| -- | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | -- |
| -- | VP9 | -- |
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| -- | JPEG | -- |
| -- | h264 | -- |
| -- | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | -- |
| -- | AVC | -- |
| -- | AV1 | -- |
Memory & PCIe |
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The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 4.0 TB distributed across 8 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
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| DDR4-3200 | Memory type | DDR3-1866 |
| 204.8 GB/s | Bandwidth | -- |
| Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
| Yes | ECC | Yes |
| pci | PCIe | pci |
| 4.0 TB | Max. Memory | 0 bytes |
| 8 | Memory channels | 2 |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 240 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 95 W watts. |
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| 280 W | TDP up | None |
| 225 W | TDP down | None |
| 240 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 95 W |
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Technical details |
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The AMD EPYC 7473X is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 768.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The AMD FX-8100 is manufactured using a 32 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache. |
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| AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V |
| 7 nm | Technology | 32 nm |
| x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
| SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 | ISA extensions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4 |
| -- | Part Number | -- |
| Chiplet | Chip design | -- |
| Q2/2022 | Release date | Q4/2011 |
| 4185 $ | Release price | -- |
| 32.0 MB | L2-Cache | 0 bytes |
| Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
| 768.0 MB | L3-Cache | 8.0 MB |
| SP3 | Socket | AM3+ |
| Windows 10, Linux | Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux |
| Milan (Zen 3) | Architecture | Vishera (Bulldozer) |
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
