AMD EPYC 9554

AMD EPYC 9554

About processor

The AMD EPYC 9554 processor is a powerhouse for server platforms with its impressive specifications. With a total of 64 cores and 128 threads, this processor offers unparalleled multitasking capabilities, making it suitable for demanding server workloads. The large 256MB L3 cache ensures quick access to frequently used data, further enhancing its performance. Despite its high performance, the AMD EPYC 9554 still manages to maintain a manageable TDP of 360W, making it relatively power-efficient for its capabilities. In terms of real-world performance, the Geekbench 6 scores are also impressive, with a single-core score of 1904 and a multi-core score of 20172, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks with ease. Overall, the AMD EPYC 9554 is a top-tier processor that offers unmatched performance for server applications. Its high core and thread count, large cache, and efficient power usage make it a compelling choice for businesses and data centers looking to maximize their server performance. Whether it's for running complex simulations, data analysis, or virtualization, the AMD EPYC 9554 is a solid choice for any demanding workload.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
November 2022
Code Name
Genoa

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).
64
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
128
Basic Frequency
3.1GHz
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 3.75GHz
L3 Cache
256MB
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
SP5
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.
5 nm
TDP
360W
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 5.0 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.
DDR5
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
12
Bus Speed
Up to 4800MT/s

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1955
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
21076
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1192
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
2967
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2929
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
111635

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
2152 +10.1%
2048 +4.8%
1955
1845 -5.6%
1710 -12.5%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
26247 +24.5%
21076
13884 -34.1%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1272 +6.7%
1231 +3.3%
1192
1162 -2.5%
1129 -5.3%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
3225 +8.7%
3097 +4.4%
2967
2806 -5.4%
2691 -9.3%
Passmark CPU Single Core
3084 +5.3%
3001 +2.5%
2929
2854 -2.6%
2775 -5.3%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
111635
62318 -44.2%
55485 -50.3%
48845 -56.2%