AMD EPYC 4364P vs Intel Core i5-13600 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results show a clear overall victory for the AMD EPYC 4364P, which claims 13 of the 17 recorded benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-13600 takes 4. The most decisive AMD wins come in processor-heavy workloads. In the Cinebench suite, the EPYC 4364P is consistently 10% ahead across all six tests: R15 multi-core scores 2982 against 2683, R15 single-core scores 420 against 378, R20 multi-core scores 12427 against 11180, R20 single-core scores 1754 against 1578, R23 multi-core scores 29589 against 26620, and R23 single-core scores 4177 against 3758.

PassMark results reinforce this pattern with several substantial margins. The largest gap is in find prime numbers, where the EPYC 4364P scores 177 versus the Intel chip's 109, a 38.4% advantage. Extended instructions also favor AMD heavily, with 31605 against 23045, a 27.1% difference. Random string sorting goes to AMD by 13%, with scores of 48344 and 42040. Data compression shows a 5.9% AMD edge (408220 versus 383972), data encryption shows an 8.2% edge (24174 versus 22182), and multithread performance lands 6.4% higher on the EPYC (33883 versus 31725). The physics test is nearly a tie, with the EPYC 4364P ahead by just 0.2% (1785 versus 1782).

The Intel Core i5-13600's victories are narrower but still meaningful. Floating point math is its strongest area, scoring 81892 against 66946, a 22.3% margin. Integer math goes to Intel by 3% (111044 versus 107775). The single-thread PassMark test is also an Intel win, with 4049 against 3619, an 11.9% advantage. Note that this single-thread result contradicts the Cinebench single-core findings, where AMD leads by 10% across all three R15, R20, and R23 versions. The data suggests the two processors have different strengths depending on the instruction mix and test methodology.

The overall average benchmark score tells a similar story: the EPYC 4364P averages 45970, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core i5-13600 averages 44240, sitting in the 88th percentile. The nearest rivals for the EPYC include the AMD EPYC 7303 with a delta of 0% and the Intel Core i7-14700HX at 0%, while the Core i5-13600's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 at -0.2%, showing how tightly packed this performance tier is.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i5-13600 uses Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It packs 14 cores and 20 threads, organized in a hybrid arrangement that combines performance and efficiency cores. The AMD EPYC 4364P uses Zen 4 architecture, specifically the Raphael codename, manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process with a much smaller die at 71 mm² and 6,570 million transistors. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, a more traditional uniform core design.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a larger 32 MB of shared L3. This larger L3 pool on the EPYC likely contributes to its strong showing in data compression and encryption workloads, where larger working sets fit in cache.

Clock speeds also diverge significantly. The EPYC 4364P has a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the Core i5-13600 operates at a 2.70 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. The higher base clock on the AMD part is particularly important for sustained workloads that do not trigger boost behavior. The Intel chip compensates with more cores and threads, but the data shows that the EPYC's higher clocks and larger cache win most multi-threaded tests despite having fewer cores.

Memory support differs as well. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the EPYC is DDR5-only. Both run dual-channel, but the EPYC lists a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the Intel part. Both support ECC memory, which is expected given the EPYC's server/workstation positioning. PCIe connectivity also favors the EPYC, with 28 Gen 5 lanes from the CPU versus 16 Gen 5 lanes on the Intel chip.

Integrated graphics are present on both, with the Intel chip featuring UHD Graphics 770 and the AMD chip including Radeon Graphics. The EPYC is marketed as a server/workstation part, while the Intel chip targets desktop. The EPYC uses the AMD Socket AM5, whereas the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The EPYC launched on 2024-05-20, while the Intel chip launched earlier on 2023-01-03. The Intel chip carries part number SRMBS, while the EPYC uses 100-000001477.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-threaded performance?

A: It depends on the benchmark. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 single-core tests, the AMD EPYC 4364P leads by 10%, with scores of 420, 1754, and 4177 respectively. However, in the PassMark single-thread test, the Intel Core i5-13600 wins 4049 to 3619, an 11.9% margin.

Q: Why does the EPYC 4364P win most multi-core tests despite having fewer cores?

A: The EPYC 4364P has 8 cores and 16 threads, compared to 14 cores and 20 threads on the Intel chip. The AMD part compensates with a base clock of 4.50 GHz versus 2.70 GHz, a boost clock of 5.40 GHz versus 5.00 GHz, and a larger 32 MB shared L3 cache versus 24 MB. These factors help it achieve higher scores in Cinebench multi-core tests and PassMark multithread.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest recorded difference is in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the EPYC 4364P scores 177 against the Intel chip's 109, a 38.4% advantage. The second-largest gap is in extended instructions, where AMD leads by 27.1% with 31605 versus 23045.

Q: Where does the Intel Core i5-13600 have a clear advantage?

A: The Intel chip wins floating point math by 22.3% (81892 versus 66946) and integer math by 3% (111044 versus 107775). It also wins the PassMark single-thread test by 11.9% (4049 versus 3619).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-13600 and the AMD EPYC 4364P list ECC memory support as true in the database. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the EPYC supports DDR5 only.

Q: How do the processors compare in overall percentile ranking?

A: The EPYC 4364P sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 45970, while the Core i5-13600 sits in the 88th percentile with an average score of 44240.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two processors differ, based on the recorded data:

| Field | Intel Core i5-13600 | AMD EPYC 4364P |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 14 | 8 |

| Threads | 20 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 105 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket AM5 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Zen 4 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-S | Raphael |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 5 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | 71 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 32 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 83.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 28 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Radeon Graphics |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Server/Workstation |

| Release Date | 2023-01-03 | 2024-05-20 |

| Launch MSRP | $255 | $399 |

| Part Number | SRMBS | 100-000001477 |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD EPYC 4364P is the choice for compute-heavy server and workstation tasks. Its wins span every Cinebench test, showing a consistent 10% edge in both single-core and multi-core rendering workloads. PassMark data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, find prime numbers, multithread, physics, and random string sorting all go to AMD. This broad sweep indicates strong performance in encryption, compression, and general multi-threaded server workloads. The higher base clock, larger L3 cache, and DDR5 support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth make it well-suited for memory-intensive server tasks.

The Intel Core i5-13600 wins in floating point math, integer math, and the PassMark single-thread test. The 22.3% floating point advantage is substantial and suggests a preference for scientific computing or simulation workloads that rely heavily on FPU throughput. The 3% integer math win and 11.9% PassMark single-thread win are smaller but still relevant for applications that depend on raw integer operations or specific single-threaded code paths. The Intel chip also offers more cores and threads, which could benefit workloads that scale linearly, though the recorded benchmarks do not show this advantage materializing in most tests.

The EPYC's 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 16 on the Intel part gives it more headroom for expansion cards, NVMe storage, or GPUs in a server context. Both support ECC memory, but the EPYC's server/workstation positioning and higher TDP of 105 W versus 65 W suggest it is designed for sustained heavy loads rather than power-constrained desktop use.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD EPYC 4364P as the stronger performer in the majority of recorded benchmarks. It wins 13 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, including all Cinebench tests and most PassMark workloads. The 10% lead in every Cinebench test, from R15 through R23, is remarkably consistent and indicates a durable advantage in rendering and content creation workloads. Its 89th percentile ranking and average score of 45970, compared to the Intel chip's 88th percentile and 44240 average, place it slightly ahead in the overall database hierarchy.

For users prioritizing rendering performance, data encryption, compression, or any workload that shows up in the PassMark multithread test, the EPYC 4364P is the clear choice. Its larger L3 cache, higher clocks, and DDR5 bandwidth support these results. The Intel Core i5-13600 remains competitive in floating point math, where its 22.3% margin is the largest single win recorded for either processor. It also wins the PassMark single-thread test, making it potentially better for certain legacy single-threaded applications or FPU-heavy scientific workloads.

The decision hinges on the workload mix. Server and workstation users running mixed compute tasks will find the EPYC 4364P faster in most scenarios, backed by its higher average benchmark score and 13 wins. Desktop users with FPU-heavy applications or those who value the lower 65 W TDP and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory may prefer the Core i5-13600. The EPYC's higher launch MSRP of $399 versus $255 for the Intel part reflects its server positioning, but the benchmark data justifies the premium for users who need the extra throughput in the workloads where it wins.