EPYC 9015 vs Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

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GPU

EPYC 9015

8 Cores16 Thrd125 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2024

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Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

8 Cores16 Thrd45 WWMax: 5.2 GHz2024

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EPYC 9015 vs Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS Performance Spectrum

EPYC 9015

8 / 16

30,505

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

8 / 16

30,689

+0.6%

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

EPYC 9015 vs Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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EPYC 9015 vs Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

EPYC 9015

2024

Why buy it

✅+300% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 16 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 8 cores / 16 threads, plus 128 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅540% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (15,000 vs 16,529).
❌177.8% higher power demand at 125W vs 45W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +22.9% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 45W instead of 125W, a 80W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon 780M, while EPYC 9015 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 9015, which brings 8 cores / 16 threads and 128 PCIe lanes.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS better than EPYC 9015?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. EPYC 9015 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 22.9% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS is the stronger fit. You are getting 10.2% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS still makes the most sense overall. Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 22.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more multi-core headroom with 8 cores / 16 threads instead of 8/16. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

EPYC 9015 vs Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

EPYC 9015

The EPYC 9015 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,505 points. Launch price was $527.

Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS

The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,689 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

Both the EPYC 9015 and Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9015 versus 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS — a 23.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS (base: 3.6 GHz vs 4 GHz). The EPYC 9015 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9015 scores 30,505 against the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS's 30,689 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 15,000 vs 16,529 (9.7% advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,400 vs 2,617, a 60.6% lead for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,000 vs 13,098 (17.4% advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9015 vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS.

Feature	EPYC 9015	Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
Cores / Threads	8 / 16	8 / 16
Boost Clock	4.1 GHz	5.2 GHz+27%
Base Clock	3.6 GHz	4 GHz+11%
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)+300%	16 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	1 MB (per core)
Process	4 nm	4 nm
Architecture	Turin (2024)	Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024)
PassMark	30,505	30,689
Cinebench R23 Multi	15,000	16,529+10%
Geekbench 6 Single	1,400	2,617+87%
Geekbench 6 Multi	11,000	13,098+19%

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9015 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS uses FP7 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6000 on the EPYC 9015 versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS — the EPYC 9015 supports 7.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9015 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 1500% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9015) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9015) vs 20 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS) — the EPYC 9015 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 platform (EPYC 9015) and FP7,FP7r2,FP8 (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS).

Feature	EPYC 9015	Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
Socket	SP5	FP7
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-6000+7%	DDR5-5600
Max RAM Capacity	4096 GB+1500%	256 GB
RAM Channels	12+500%	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+540%	20

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9015) vs AMD-V, SVM (Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS). The Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the EPYC 9015 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: EPYC 9015 targets Next-gen Data Center / AI Workloads, Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS targets Professional AI Business Laptop. Direct competitor: EPYC 9015 rivals Xeon 6; Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS rivals Core Ultra 9 185H.

Feature	EPYC 9015	Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon 780M
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	AMD-V, SEV-SNP	AMD-V, SVM
Target Use	Next-gen Data Center / AI Workloads	Professional AI Business Laptop