AMD EPYC 7663

AMD EPYC 7663

About processor

The AMD EPYC 7663 processor is a powerhouse in the server CPU market. With a total of 56 cores and 112 threads, this processor is designed to handle even the most demanding server workloads with ease. The massive 256MB of L3 cache ensures that data access is fast and efficient, further boosting the processor's overall performance. One of the standout features of the EPYC 7663 is its impressive TDP of 240W, which allows it to deliver exceptional performance without sacrificing energy efficiency. This is crucial for server environments where power consumption and thermal output are significant considerations. In terms of real-world performance, the EPYC 7663 truly shines. Its Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1209 and Multi Core score of 7634 demonstrate its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks with exceptional speed and efficiency. Overall, the AMD EPYC 7663 processor is a top-tier choice for high-performance server applications. Its combination of high core and thread count, expansive cache, and impressive benchmark scores make it a compelling option for businesses and data centers seeking uncompromising performance in their server infrastructure.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
March 2021
Code Name
Milan

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).
56
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
112
Basic Frequency
2.0GHz
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 3.5GHz
L3 Cache
256MB
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
240W
PCI Express Version
?
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
1648
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
15550
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1088
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
19074
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2615
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
82492

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1803 +9.4%
1696 +2.9%
1648
1582 -4%
1532 -7%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
26247 +68.8%
18236 +17.3%
15550
13884 -10.7%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1127 +3.6%
1111 +2.1%
1088
1067 -1.9%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
22840 +19.7%
19074
15795 -17.2%
14326 -24.9%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2694 +3%
2660 +1.7%
2615
2571 -1.7%
2545 -2.7%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
82492
62318 -24.5%
55485 -32.7%
48845 -40.8%