Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 vs EPYC 9115
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
EPYC 9115
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9115
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($726) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+56%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($450) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($726) |
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 Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 and EPYC 9115
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 46,828 points. Launch price was $499.
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.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 9115 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 9115 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 versus 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9115 — a 27.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 9115 uses Turin (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 scores 46,828 against the EPYC 9115's 48,343 — a 3.2% lead for the EPYC 9115. Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 16 / 32+33% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+32% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+42% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 4 nm-20% |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Turin (2024) |
| PassMark | 46,828 | 48,343+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 28,905 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,206 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,832 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 9115 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 versus 4800 on the EPYC 9115 — the EPYC 9115 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9115 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 191.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs 12 (EPYC 9115). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs 128 (EPYC 9115) — the EPYC 9115 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650,AMD A620 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) and SP5 (EPYC 9115).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+2184433% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 12+500% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 128+357% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 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: true (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9115). The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the EPYC 9115 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 rivals Core i9-13900; EPYC 9115 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 launched at $409 MSRP, while the EPYC 9115 debuted at $726. At current prices ($450 vs $726), the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 is $276 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 delivers 104.1 pts/$ vs 66.6 pts/$ for the EPYC 9115 — making the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 the 43.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | EPYC 9115 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $409-44% | $726 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $450-38% | $726 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.1+56% | 66.6 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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