AMD EPYC Embedded 3255

AMD EPYC Embedded 3255

About processor

The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 processor is a powerful and efficient CPU designed for server applications. With its 8 total cores and 16 total threads, it offers impressive multitasking capabilities, making it an excellent choice for demanding workloads. The 14nm technology ensures good power efficiency, while the 16MB L3 cache helps to speed up data access and processing. The base frequency of 2.5 GHz provides strong performance for everyday tasks, and the max turbo frequency of 3.1 GHz offers an extra boost when needed. This allows the processor to handle intense workloads with ease, making it suitable for a wide range of server applications. With a TDP of 55W, the processor strikes a good balance between performance and power consumption, making it suitable for environments where energy efficiency is a priority. Overall, the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 processor is a solid choice for server applications, offering strong performance, efficient multitasking, and low power consumption.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Server
Launch Date
February 2018
Model Name
?
The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
EPYC Embedded 3255
Code Name
Zen
Foundry
GlobalFoundries
Generation
EPYC Embedded (Zen (Snowy Owl))

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).
8
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
16
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.5 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.1 GHz
L1 Cache
96K per core
L2 Cache
512K per core
L3 Cache
16MB shared
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD BGA SP4r2
Bus Frequency
100MHz
Multiplier
25.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
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.
14 nm
TDP
55 W
PCIe Version
?
PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
3
Transistor Count
4.8 billions

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.
DDR4-2666
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
ECC Memory Support
Yes

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
N/A

Miscellaneous

PCIe Lanes
32

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
874
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
5069

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 5 Single Core
905 +3.5%
889 +1.7%
858 -1.8%
840 -3.9%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
5618 +10.8%
5356 +5.7%
4836 -4.6%
4621 -8.8%