EPYC 7551P vs Ryzen 9 5900X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

38111

Passmark Score

38955

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 5900X is 2.2% faster than EPYC 7551P

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 5900X performs 2.2% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 7551P and Ryzen 9 5900X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for EPYC 7551P and Ryzen 9 5900X

AMD

EPYC 7551P

The EPYC 7551P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Naples (2017−2018) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 38,111 points. Launch price was $2,100.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$2,100
Release Date:29 June 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Naples (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:310

Technical Specifications

Cores:32
Threads:64
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3 GHz
Multiplicador:20
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:TR4
Power Consumption (TDP):180 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Eight-channel
Memory Channels:8
Memory Bandwidth:170.671 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TiB
AMD

Ryzen 9 5900X

The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 9
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$549
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:300

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:24
Die Size:2x 74 mm2 (CCD)
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.8 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Transistor Count:0 Million
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):105 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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