EPYC 9135 vs EPYC 7552
EPYC 9135
EPYC 7552
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9135
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7552
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($95) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,650) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1649%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($95) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,650) |
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 9135 and EPYC 7552
EPYC 9135
The EPYC 9135 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 3.65 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 57,808 points. Launch price was $1,214.
EPYC 7552
The EPYC 7552 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 192 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 57,414 points. Launch price was $4,025.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9135 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7552 offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the EPYC 7552 has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the EPYC 9135 versus 3.3 GHz on the EPYC 7552 — a 26.3% clock advantage for the EPYC 9135 (base: 3.65 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The EPYC 9135 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 7552 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9135 scores 57,808 against the EPYC 7552's 57,414 — a 0.7% lead for the EPYC 9135. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9135 vs 192 MB (total) on the EPYC 7552.
| Feature | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 48 / 96+200% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+30% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.65 GHz+66% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 192 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 57,808 | 57,414 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9135 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7552 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6000 on the EPYC 9135 versus 3200 on the EPYC 7552 — the EPYC 9135 supports 60.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9135 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9135) vs 8 (EPYC 7552). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9135) and SP3 (EPYC 7552).
| Feature | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6000+88% | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+50% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC 9135 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: EPYC 9135 rivals Xeon Platinum 8558P; EPYC 7552 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9135 launched at $1214 MSRP, while the EPYC 7552 debuted at $4025. At current prices ($95 vs $1650), the EPYC 9135 is $1555 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9135 delivers 608.5 pts/$ vs 34.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 7552 — making the EPYC 9135 the 178.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9135 | EPYC 7552 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1214-70% | $4025 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95-94% | $1650 |
| Performance per Dollar | 608.5+1649% | 34.8 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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