AMD EPYC 7773X vs AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core Cinebench workloads?

A: The AMD EPYC 7773X dominates multi-core tests by a wide margin. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the EPYC scores 77,639 versus the Ryzen 5 7533HS's 12,342, a delta of -84.1% for the mobile chip. The EPYC also leads in R20 multi-core (32,608 vs 5,183) and R15 multi-core (7,825 vs 1,243).

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 7533HS win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. In the six head-to-head Cinebench tests recorded, the EPYC 7773X wins all of them. The data shows zero wins for the Ryzen 5 7533HS, with every test showing the same -84.1% delta relative to the EPYC's score.

Q: How do their single-core scores compare?

A: The EPYC 7773X leads in single-core as well. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the EPYC scores 10,960 versus 1,742 for the Ryzen 5 7533HS. The R20 single-core test shows 4,603 for the EPYC versus 731 for the Ryzen, and R15 single-core shows 1,104 versus 175.

Q: Are these processors in the same performance percentile?

A: Both sit at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs in the database, despite the massive benchmark differences. Their average benchmark scores are close: the Ryzen 5 7533HS averages 19,364, while the EPYC 7773X averages 18,979. This reflects the different benchmark suites each processor has been tested with.

Q: What kind of memory does each processor support?

A: The Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. The EPYC 7773X supports DDR4 memory on an eight-channel bus with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth and full ECC support.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the EPYC 7773X?

A: The launch MSRP is $8800. The Ryzen 5 7533HS has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different design philosophies from AMD. The Ryzen 5 7533HS is a mobile part built on the Zen 3+ architecture with the codename Rembrandt-R, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process. The EPYC 7773X is a server/workstation part using Zen 3 with the codename Milan-X, fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process. The die size reflects this split: the Ryzen uses a 208 mm² die, while the EPYC uses 8x 81 mm² chiplets totaling 33,200 million transistors.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the EPYC 7773X has 64 cores and 128 threads. Base and boost clocks favor the mobile chip on paper: the Ryzen runs at 3.30 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost, whereas the EPYC runs at 2.20 GHz base and 3.50 GHz boost. However, the EPYC's core count completely overshadows the clock advantage in throughput tests.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. Both share 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core. The L3 cache is where the EPYC pulls far ahead: 768 MB shared versus 16 MB shared on the Ryzen. This 48x difference in L3 capacity is a defining architectural feature for the Milan-X part.

Memory subsystems also diverge. The Ryzen uses dual-channel DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC. The EPYC uses eight-channel DDR4 with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the Ryzen offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the EPYC offers Gen 4 with 128 lanes.

Integrated graphics appear only on the Ryzen, which includes a Radeon 660M GPU. The EPYC has no integrated graphics. Sockets differ completely: the Ryzen uses AMD Socket FP7, while the EPYC uses AMD Socket SP3.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data covers six Cinebench tests, and the EPYC 7773X wins every one by the same relative margin. The delta percentage is -84.1% for the Ryzen 5 7533HS in all six cases, meaning the EPYC's score is approximately 6.3 times higher in each test.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the EPYC scores 7,825 against 1,243 for the Ryzen. Single-core R15 shows 1,104 versus 175. R20 multi-core sees the EPYC at 32,608 versus 5,183, while R20 single-core shows 4,603 versus 731. R23 multi-core delivers the largest absolute gap: 77,639 versus 12,342. R23 single-core rounds out the set at 10,960 versus 1,742.

The single-core results are particularly noteworthy. Despite the Ryzen's higher boost clock (4.40 GHz versus 3.50 GHz), the EPYC still outperforms it in every single-core test. This suggests the EPYC's architecture, including its massive L3 cache, compensates for the lower frequency in latency-sensitive workloads.

The multi-core results are straightforward: the EPYC has more than 10 times the core count (64 versus 6), and the benchmark data reflects that scaling. R23 multi-core shows the EPYC at roughly 6.3x the Ryzen's score, which is below perfect linear scaling but still a dominant margin.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split by use case. The AMD EPYC 7773X is the choice for server and workstation workloads where multi-threaded throughput, ECC memory, and massive cache capacity matter. Its 64 cores and 128 threads deliver Cinebench R23 multi-core scores of 77,639, and its 768 MB L3 cache provides a significant advantage for data-heavy workloads. The launch MSRP of $8800 reflects its enterprise positioning.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is suited for mobile systems where power efficiency and integrated graphics are priorities. Its 35 W TDP versus the EPYC's 280 W TDP indicates a fundamentally different power envelope. The Ryzen includes a Radeon 660M GPU, supports DDR5 memory, and fits in an AMD Socket FP7 package.

For users needing raw compute density, the EPYC's benchmark dominance is unambiguous. For portable systems requiring a complete package with graphics and modern memory support, the Ryzen is the only viable option between these two. The EPYC's lack of integrated graphics and server-class socket make it unsuitable for mobile deployment.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS | AMD EPYC 7773X |

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

| Series | 7000 series | EPYC 7003 series |

| Cores | 6 | 64 |

| Threads | 12 | 128 |

| Base clock | 3.30 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 280 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | AMD Socket SP3 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Zen 3 |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Milan-X |

| Process node | 6 nm | 7 nm |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 33,200 million |

| Die size | 208 mm² | 8x 81 mm² |

| L3 cache | 16 MB (shared) | 768 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Eight-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 204.8 GB/s |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes | Gen 4, 128 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 660M | None |

| Market segment | Mobile | Server/Workstation |

| Release date | 2024-08-31 | 2022-03-21 |

Where Each One Wins

The EPYC 7773X wins every recorded Cinebench benchmark, both single-core and multi-core. Its dominance is absolute in the head-to-head data: all six tests show the same -84.1% delta for the Ryzen. This makes the EPYC the clear choice for rendering, simulation, scientific computing, and any workload that scales with core count and cache capacity. The 128 threads and 768 MB L3 cache provide an exceptional foundation for heavily parallelized server workloads, and the eight-channel DDR4 memory with ECC support suits mission-critical environments.

The Ryzen 5 7533HS wins in areas not covered by the head-to-head benchmarks. Its integrated Radeon 660M GPU enables display output and lightweight graphics acceleration without a discrete card. The 35 W TDP allows deployment in thin-and-light laptops where the EPYC's 280 W TDP would be physically impossible to cool. The DDR5 memory support and dual-channel bus offer modern memory technology, albeit with lower aggregate bandwidth than the EPYC's eight-channel DDR4 setup. The Ryzen's higher boost clock of 4.40 GHz could benefit lightly threaded workloads in mobile contexts, although the recorded single-core benchmarks show the EPYC ahead in pure Cinebench terms.

The Ryzen's release date of 2024-08-31 makes it a newer design than the EPYC's 2022-03-21 launch. The Ryzen also uses the smaller 6 nm process node versus the EPYC's 7 nm, indicating a more recent manufacturing generation. For mobile users needing a self-contained processor with graphics, modern memory support, and low power draw, the Ryzen 5 7533HS is the appropriate pick. For server operators needing maximum throughput and cache, the EPYC 7773X is the data-backed choice.