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.
AMD EPYC 7003 Group AMD FX-8000
3 Generation 2
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
AMD EPYC 7473X Name AMD FX-8100
AMD EPYC Family AMD FX
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

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
48 Threads 8
24x Zen 3 Cores 8x
24 CPU Cores 8
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading No
No Overclocking Yes
3.7 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.7 GHz
2.8 GHz Frequency 2.8 GHz
None None 3.7 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The AMD EPYC 7473X does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD FX-8100 does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

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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Memory & PCIe

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.
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR4-3200 Memory type DDR3-1866
Yes ECC Yes
4.0 TB Max. Memory 0 bytes
8 Memory channels 2
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Thermal Management

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.
225 W TDP down None
280 W TDP up None
240 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 95 W
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Technical details

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.
Q2/2022 Release date Q4/2011
AMD-V, SVM Virtualization AMD-V
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4
7 nm Technology 32 nm
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Milan (Zen 3) Architecture Vishera (Bulldozer)
768.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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SP3 Socket AM3+
32.0 MB L2-Cache 0 bytes