I guess it would depend on if you are cutting or boosting with the EQ.. If the frequency isn't there it can't get compressed. Also, compressors can bring up the noise level a bit, depending on what/how you are EQing

A simple compressor won't have the ability to 'pay attention to certain frequencies' and will only react to levels.
Multibands are a different story.

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