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AMD EPYC 9655 vs AMD EPYC 9845

AMD EPYC 9655 and AMD EPYC 9845 are both server processors listed on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. This page sets their benchmark scores, estimated prices, and specifications side by side using the same source data for both, so the figures are directly comparable.

Both list the SP5 socket, so swapping between them may not require a new motherboard. Confirm the exact model on the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list, including the minimum BIOS version.

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Side-by-side specifications
The stronger benchmark score, lower estimated price, and lower typical power draw are highlighted.
MetricAMD EPYC 9655AMD EPYC 9845
Single core3,8473,144
Multicore156,110152,985
Estimated price$11,852$13,564
Cores96160
Threads192320
Performance coresNot listedNot listed
Efficient coresNot listedNot listed
Base clock2.6 GHz2.1 GHz
Turbo clock4.5 GHz3.7 GHz
Typical TDP400 W390 W
SocketSP5SP5
ClassServerServer
Release / first seenQ4 2024Q4 2024

How do the benchmark scores compare?

AMD EPYC 9655 has a PassMark single-core score of 3,847, compared with 3,144 for AMD EPYC 9845. AMD EPYC 9655 has the higher score in this benchmark.

AMD EPYC 9655 has a PassMark multicore score of 156,110, compared with 152,985 for AMD EPYC 9845. AMD EPYC 9655 has the higher score in this benchmark.

Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.

AMD EPYC 9655 lists SP5; AMD EPYC 9845 lists SP5. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.

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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.

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