The AMD EPYC™ 9655 is a high-performance processor from the EPYC 9005 Series, engineered for demanding data center workloads, cloud deployments, and HPC applications. With 96 cores and 192 threads, it combines powerful parallelism with next-generation memory and I/O capabilities to deliver exceptional efficiency and throughput. Unlike the single-socket 9655P, this model supports both 1P and 2P configurations, making it highly versatile for enterprise and hyperscale environments.
Key Features
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High Core Density: 96 cores / 192 threads for extreme multi-threaded workload handling and efficient consolidation.
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Advanced Clock Speeds: 2.6 GHz base clock, with all-core boost up to 4.1 GHz, and a max boost up to 4.5 GHz.
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Ample Cache: 384MB L3 cache ensures rapid data access, reducing latency for data-heavy applications.
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Superior Memory Bandwidth: 12-channel DDR5 memory up to 6400 MT/s, providing 614 GB/s bandwidth per socket.
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Next-Gen Connectivity: 128 PCIe® 5.0 lanes to connect GPUs, accelerators, and high-speed storage devices.
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Power Optimized: 400W TDP (configurable 320–400W) for balanced energy efficiency and performance scaling.
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Multi-Socket Support: Compatible with SP5 socket platforms, supporting 1P or 2P configurations for flexible deployment.
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Future-Ready Infrastructure: Built for workloads demanding massive compute power with DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 readiness.
Applications
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Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning: Accelerates AI training, inference, and data analytics with high-core parallelism.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC): Perfect for simulations, research modeling, and advanced scientific computations.
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Cloud & Virtualization: Delivers strong VM density and performance efficiency in multi-tenant environments.
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Enterprise IT & Databases: Handles large-scale databases, analytics, and mission-critical workloads with high throughput.
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Scalable Data Centers: Designed for hyperscale and enterprise operators needing both single-socket and dual-socket deployment flexibility.