EPYC 9115 vs EPYC 7453
EPYC 9115
EPYC 7453
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9115
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7453
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($726) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,253) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+72%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($726) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,253) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9115 and EPYC 7453
EPYC 9115
The EPYC 9115 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 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: 48,343 points. Launch price was $726.
EPYC 7453
The EPYC 7453 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.75 GHz, with boost up to 3.45 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,453 points. Launch price was $1,570.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9115 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7453 offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the EPYC 7453 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9115 versus 3.45 GHz on the EPYC 7453 — a 17.2% clock advantage for the EPYC 9115 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.75 GHz). The EPYC 9115 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 7453 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the EPYC 9115 scores 48,343 against the EPYC 7453's 48,453 — a 0.2% lead for the EPYC 7453. Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 28 / 56+75% |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+19% | 3.45 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.75 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm+ |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 48,343 | 48,453 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9115 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7453 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9115 versus 3200 on the EPYC 7453 — the EPYC 9115 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9115 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9115) vs 8 (EPYC 7453). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9115) and SP3,C621A (EPYC 7453).
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+50% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+50% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9115) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7453). Direct competitor: EPYC 9115 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; EPYC 7453 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9115 launched at $726 MSRP, while the EPYC 7453 debuted at $1570. At current prices ($726 vs $1253), the EPYC 9115 is $527 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9115 delivers 66.6 pts/$ vs 38.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 7453 — making the EPYC 9115 the 53% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $726-54% | $1570 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $726-42% | $1253 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.6+72% | 38.7 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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