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Overview

The EPYC 72F3 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 27,252 points. Launch price was $2,468.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for EPYC 72F3 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of EPYC 72F3 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 72F3 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm+ process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.1 GHz from a base frequency of 3.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 256 MB (total) L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 27,252, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	EPYC 72F3
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.1 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.7 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Milan (2021−2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	7 nm+
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	256 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	8x 81 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	33,200 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	27,252

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 72F3 fits into the SP3 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4-3200 memory.

Specification	EPYC 72F3
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	AMD EPYC
SocketMotherboard socket required	SP3
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-3200
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The EPYC 72F3 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 180 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	EPYC 72F3
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	180 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #509 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	EPYC 72F3
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$2,468
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#509
Release DateLaunch date	15 March 2021 (4 years ago)
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC