AMD EPYC 9554P

AMD EPYC 9554P

About processor

The AMD EPYC 9554P processor is an impressive addition to the EPYC lineup, specifically designed for server use. With a whopping total of 64 cores and 128 threads, this CPU delivers exceptional multi-threaded performance and is capable of handling heavy workloads with ease. The large 256MB L3 cache ensures that data can be accessed quickly, further improving overall performance. The EPYC 9554P boasts a TDP of 360W, which may be considered high for some users, but it is in line with other high-end server processors. This CPU truly shines when it comes to multi-core performance, as evidenced by its impressive Geekbench 6 Multi Core score of 4187. In terms of single-core performance, the EPYC 9554P still holds its own with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1700, showcasing its versatility for both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. Overall, the AMD EPYC 9554P is a powerhouse of a processor that is well-suited for demanding server workloads. Its massive core and thread count, along with its substantial L3 cache, make it a compelling choice for businesses and data centers that require exceptional performance and reliability.

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
2033
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
17268
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1126
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1715
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2932
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
109858

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
2222 +9.3%
2135 +5%
2033
1932 -5%
1805 -11.2%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
32188 +86.4%
18421 +6.7%
17268
14006 -18.9%
12643 -26.8%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1189 +5.6%
1158 +2.8%
1126
1110 -1.4%
1086 -3.6%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1988 +15.9%
1873 +9.2%
1715
1615 -5.8%
1511 -11.9%
Passmark CPU Single Core
3088 +5.3%
3008 +2.6%
2932
2862 -2.4%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
109858
62318 -43.3%
56520 -48.6%
50193 -54.3%