AMD EPYC 9654
About processor
The AMD EPYC 9654 processor is a powerhouse for server applications, with an impressive 96 total cores and 192 total threads. This level of multi-threading makes it an ideal choice for heavy workloads and demanding tasks that require high parallel processing capabilities. The massive 384MB L3 cache allows for fast access to frequently used data, further enhancing the processor's performance.
With a TDP of 360W, this processor is designed for high-performance computing, and it delivers on that promise with impressive benchmark scores. The Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1821 and the Multi Core score of 18103 demonstrate the processor's raw processing power and efficiency.
While the high power consumption might be a concern for some, the EPYC 9654's performance more than makes up for it in a server environment where performance is paramount. Overall, the AMD EPYC 9654 processor is a top-of-the-line choice for servers that require unparalleled computing power and multi-threading capabilities. Its impressive specs make it a valuable asset for data centers and enterprises with demanding computational workloads.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
November 2022
Code Name
Genoa
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).
96
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
192
Basic Frequency
2.4GHz
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
384MB
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
SP5
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.
5 nm
TDP
360W
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 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
1965
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
21232
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
1446
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
62727
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2922
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
122091
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