AMD EPYC 7272
About processor
The AMD EPYC 7272 is an impressive server processor that offers a total of 12 cores and 24 threads, making it a powerhouse for multi-threaded workloads. With a generous 64MB of L3 cache, this processor is able to handle demanding tasks with ease.
One of the key highlights of the EPYC 7272 is its TDP of 120W, which is relatively low for a server processor with this level of performance. This means that it offers excellent power efficiency, making it a cost-effective choice for data centers and other server environments.
In terms of performance, the EPYC 7272 delivers outstanding results. In Geekbench 6 tests, it scored 900 in the single-core test and an impressive 5615 in the multi-core test, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads with ease.
Overall, the AMD EPYC 7272 is a fantastic choice for servers that require high performance and efficiency. Its combination of high core and thread counts, generous cache size, and excellent power efficiency make it a top contender for a wide range of server workloads. Whether you're running virtualization, database, or cloud computing workloads, the EPYC 7272 has the performance and efficiency to handle it all.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
August 2019
Code Name
Rome
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
12
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
24
Basic Frequency
2.9GHz
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 3.2GHz
L3 Cache
64MB
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
SP3
Technology
?
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
120W
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
1272
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
9465
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
926
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
8904
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1948
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
25568
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