AMD EPYC 8224P vs Intel Xeon 6724P Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD EPYC 8224P has 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Xeon 6724P has 16 cores and 32 threads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Xeon 6724P leads in single-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 6161 versus AMD's 5450, a difference of 11.5 percent. In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 3279 versus 2339, a gap of 28.7 percent.

Q: Which processor wins in multi-threaded benchmarks?

A: The Intel Xeon 6724P wins all Cinebench multi-core tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 43643 versus AMD's 38607, an 11.5 percent advantage. PassMark multithread also goes to Intel, 51345 versus 45421, the same 11.5 percent margin.

Q: Are there any workloads where the AMD EPYC 8224P outperforms the Intel Xeon 6724P?

A: Yes. AMD wins in PassMark data compression (702065 versus 627185, an 11.9 percent lead), data encryption (46742 versus 34332, a 36.1 percent lead), integer math (185556 versus 172216, a 7.7 percent lead), and random string sorting (81674 versus 68477, a 19.3 percent lead).

Q: What are the memory specifications for each processor?

A: Both support DDR5 memory with ECC. The AMD EPYC 8224P uses a six-channel memory bus with 230.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Xeon 6724P uses an eight-channel memory bus with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the launch date and production status for each processor?

A: The AMD EPYC 8224P was released on September 17, 2023. The Intel Xeon 6724P was released on February 23, 2025. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Architecture Differences

The AMD EPYC 8224P belongs to the EPYC 8004 series, built on the Zen 4c architecture with the codename Siena. It is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC, with 17,750 million transistors across a die size of 2x 73 mm². The Intel Xeon 6724P belongs to the Xeon 6 generation, specifically Granite Rapids-SP, with the Granite Rapids architecture. It is also built on a 5 nm process, but by Intel's foundry. The database does not list transistor count or die size for the Intel part.

Core counts differ significantly. AMD provides 24 cores and 48 threads. Intel provides 16 cores and 32 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the Intel Xeon 6724P operates at higher clock speeds. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz compared to 2.55 GHz on the AMD, and its boost clock is 4.30 GHz compared to 3.00 GHz. This clock advantage explains much of Intel's lead in single-threaded and lightly threaded workloads.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD EPYC 8224P has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Xeon 6724P has 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 72 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's larger per-core caches may contribute to its single-threaded performance advantage.

Memory architecture is a major differentiator. AMD uses a six-channel DDR5 memory bus with a theoretical bandwidth of 230.4 GB/s. Intel uses an eight-channel DDR5 memory bus with a theoretical bandwidth of 409.6 GB/s. Intel's memory bandwidth is nearly double that of AMD, which matters for memory-intensive server workloads.

PCIe connectivity also differs. AMD provides Gen 5 with 96 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides Gen 5 with 88 lanes (CPU only). AMD has a slight edge in PCIe lane count.

Socket compatibility is entirely different. The AMD EPYC 8224P uses AMD Socket SP6. The Intel Xeon 6724P uses Intel Socket 4710. These are not interchangeable platforms.

Power specifications differ notably. The AMD EPYC 8224P has a TDP of 160 watts. The Intel Xeon 6724P has a TDP of 210 watts. The Intel part draws more power, consistent with its higher clock speeds and larger memory bus.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Xeon 6724P wins 13 of them. The AMD EPYC 8224P wins 4.

Intel's dominance is most consistent in Cinebench tests. Across all six Cinebench benchmarks (R15, R20, R23, each in single-core and multi-core variants), the Intel Xeon 6724P wins by exactly 11.5 percent. For example, in Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 4399 versus AMD's 3891. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, Intel scores 18330 versus 16214. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 43643 versus 38607. The single-core results follow the same pattern: R15 single-core 620 versus 549, R20 single-core 2587 versus 2289, R23 single-core 6161 versus 5450. This uniform 11.5 percent margin across all Cinebench tests suggests a consistent per-core performance gap between the two architectures.

PassMark tests show a more varied picture. Intel wins in extended instructions (54101 versus 43614, a 19.4 percent lead), find prime numbers (372 versus 206, a 44.6 percent lead), floating point math (135404 versus 104698, a 22.7 percent lead), multithread (51345 versus 45421, an 11.5 percent lead), physics (5004 versus 3236, a 35.3 percent lead), and single-thread (3279 versus 2339, a 28.7 percent lead). The find prime numbers result is particularly lopsided, with Intel scoring nearly double AMD's score.

AMD's wins are concentrated in specific workloads. The largest victory is in data encryption, where AMD scores 46742 versus Intel's 34332, a 36.1 percent lead. AMD also wins in random string sorting (81674 versus 68477, a 19.3 percent lead), data compression (702065 versus 627185, an 11.9 percent lead), and integer math (185556 versus 172216, a 7.7 percent lead). These wins suggest AMD's Zen 4c architecture has particular strengths in encryption and data manipulation tasks.

The average benchmark scores in the database reflect the overall balance. The AMD EPYC 8224P has an average benchmark score of 75582, while the Intel Xeon 6724P has an average score of 72396. This puts AMD slightly ahead on average despite losing most head-to-head tests, because AMD's wins in data compression and encryption are scored on scales where large absolute numbers carry more weight. The AMD part also sits at the 95th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part sits at the 94th percentile.

Nearest rival data places both processors in similar company. The AMD EPYC 8224P's closest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 (a 0.1 percent difference in average score), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D (negative 0.2 percent), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 (negative 0.2 percent), and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (negative 0.3 percent). The Intel Xeon 6724P's closest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6517P (0.1 percent ahead), the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF (0.7 percent ahead), the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX (0.8 percent ahead), and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 (1.4 percent ahead). Both processors are competitive with modern desktop and server parts, though neither dominates its peer group.

The Verdict

The data points to two different strengths. The Intel Xeon 6724P is the faster processor in most benchmark categories. It wins all Cinebench tests, all single-threaded PassMark tests, and several multi-threaded PassMark tests. Its higher clock speeds (3.60 GHz base, 4.30 GHz boost) and larger per-core caches give it a consistent edge in per-core performance. For workloads that scale with clock speed and per-core efficiency, Intel is the clear choice.

The AMD EPYC 8224P wins in four specific areas: data compression, data encryption, integer math, and random string sorting. The encryption win is substantial at 36.1 percent. The random string sorting win is also significant at 19.3 percent. These are not trivial workloads; they represent real server tasks. But they are narrower than Intel's sweep across Cinebench and general processing tests.

The AMD EPYC 8224P also offers more cores (24 versus 16) and more threads (48 versus 32) at a lower TDP (160 watts versus 210 watts). Its average benchmark score is higher (75582 versus 72396), and it ranks at the 95th percentile versus the 94th percentile for Intel. For buyers who prioritize core count, power efficiency, and specific encryption or compression workloads, AMD has a compelling case.

The Intel Xeon 6724P counters with higher memory bandwidth (409.6 GB/s versus 230.4 GB/s), a wider memory bus (eight-channel versus six-channel), and larger L3 cache (72 MB versus 64 MB). Its launch MSRP is $3622, while the AMD EPYC 8224P has a launch MSRP of $855. These are different price points for different segments, though the database does not analyze value.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD EPYC 8224P has 24 cores and 48 threads; the Intel Xeon 6724P has 16 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks are 2.55 GHz for AMD and 3.60 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 3.00 GHz for AMD and 4.30 GHz for Intel. TDP is 160 watts for AMD and 210 watts for Intel.

Sockets differ completely. AMD uses Socket SP6, Intel uses Socket 4710. Memory buses differ: AMD has six channels with 230.4 GB/s bandwidth, Intel has eight channels with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe lanes differ: AMD provides 96 Gen 5 lanes, Intel provides 88 Gen 5 lanes.

Cache sizes differ at every level. AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 64 MB shared L3. Intel has 112 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 72 MB shared L3. The process nodes are both 5 nm, but AMD uses TSMC while Intel uses its own foundry. The AMD part has 17,750 million transistors on a 2x 73 mm² die; the database does not record transistor count or die size for Intel.

Release dates differ by roughly 17 months. AMD launched September 17, 2023. Intel launched February 23, 2025. The Intel part has an integrated graphics field listed as N/A; AMD has no integrated graphics listed. Both support DDR5 with ECC, and both have unlocked multipliers set to false.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon 6724P wins in rendering and general multi-threaded compute. All Cinebench results favor Intel by 11.5 percent, which covers both single-core and multi-core variants. The PassMark multithread test also favors Intel by 11.5 percent. For physics simulations, Intel leads by 35.3 percent. For floating point math, Intel leads by 22.7 percent. For extended instruction workloads, Intel leads by 19.4 percent. The find prime numbers test shows Intel's largest margin at 44.6 percent. Single-threaded performance also belongs to Intel, with a 28.7 percent lead in PassMark single-thread.

The AMD EPYC 8224P wins in data encryption by a wide 36.1 percent margin. It also wins random string sorting by 19.3 percent, data compression by 11.9 percent, and integer math by 7.7 percent. These wins suggest AMD has an advantage in workloads that involve data transformation, sorting, and cryptographic operations.

For memory bandwidth-sensitive applications, the Intel Xeon 6724P has a structural advantage with its eight-channel memory bus and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. The database does not list a direct memory bandwidth benchmark, but the specification difference is substantial.

For core-heavy workloads that can use 24 cores and 48 threads, the AMD EPYC 8224P offers more parallelism at a lower TDP. However, the benchmark data shows Intel winning the multi-core Cinebench tests despite having fewer cores, which indicates that Intel's per-core performance advantage more than compensates for its core count deficit in these specific tests.

The overall win count is 13 for Intel and 4 for AMD. The average benchmark score is slightly higher for AMD (75582 versus 72396), which reflects the large absolute scores in AMD's winning categories. Buyers should weigh the specific workload mix: Intel for general compute, rendering, physics, and single-threaded tasks; AMD for encryption, compression, sorting, and integer-heavy workloads.