AMD EPYC 7F72
About processor
The AMD EPYC 7F72 processor is a powerhouse CPU designed for server applications, with a total of 24 cores and 48 threads. With a generous L3 cache of 192MB, the processor is capable of handling demanding workloads with ease. The TDP of 240W means that it does require a robust cooling solution, but the performance it offers is well worth it.
In terms of real-world performance, the EPYC 7F72 shines in both single and multi-core tasks. In Geekbench 6, it scored an impressive 1348 in single-core and 6959 in multi-core tests, showcasing its ability to handle both intensive single-threaded processes and multi-threaded workloads with efficiency.
This processor is ideal for datacenter and enterprise environments where demanding applications such as virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing are common. The EPYC 7F72's combination of high core count, large cache size, and impressive multi-core performance makes it a top contender for a wide range of server workloads.
Overall, the AMD EPYC 7F72 processor is a stellar choice for those in need of a high-performance server CPU, offering excellent multi-core performance and reliability for a variety of server applications.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
April 2020
Code Name
Rome
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
24
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
48
Basic Frequency
3.2GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
?
Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
Up to 3.7GHz
L3 Cache
192MB
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
SP3
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
7 nm
TDP
240W
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
PCIe 4.0 x128
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
8
Bus Speed
Up to 3200MT/s
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
1483
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
13595
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
910
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
13215
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2411
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
53818
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core