AMD EPYC (Genoa/Bergamo) and Intel Xeon (Sapphire Rapids/Emerald Rapids) compete head-to-head for data center dominance. Here is how they compare in 2026.
Key Differences
| Feature | AMD EPYC 9004 | Intel Xeon 4th/5th Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Max Cores | 128 (9654) | 64 (w-9480+) |
| Memory Channels | 12 (DDR5) | 8 (DDR5) |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 (Gen5) | 80 (Gen5) |
| Platform | SP5 | LGA4677 |
| Server Brands | Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Supermicro | Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Cisco, Supermicro |