Ryzen AI 9 365
VS
EPYC 7282

Ryzen AI 9 365 vs EPYC 7282

AMD

Ryzen AI 9 365

10 Cores20 Thrd28 WWMax: 5 GHz2024
VS
AMD

EPYC 7282

16 Cores32 Thrd120 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 365

#42
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A
116%
#49
Core i9-12900HX
MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A
109%
#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
100%
#64
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7282

#218
Xeon Gold 5512U
MSRP: $1230|Avg: N/A
108%
#219
Xeon D-1733NT
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
107%
#220
Xeon 6520P
MSRP: $1295|Avg: $1295
106%
#221
Xeon Gold 6314U
MSRP: $2977|Avg: N/A
105%
#222
Xeon E-2478
MSRP: $568|Avg: $269
105%
#223
Xeon W-1390
MSRP: $494|Avg: $400
104%
#225
Xeon W-1250
MSRP: $285|Avg: $333
103%
#226
EPYC 9135
MSRP: $1214|Avg: $95
102%
#227
Xeon E-2378
MSRP: $362|Avg: $562
101%
#228
Xeon w3-2525
MSRP: $609|Avg: $800
101%
#230
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
MSRP: $1337|Avg: $368
100%
#232
EPYC 7282
MSRP: $650|Avg: $199
100%
#233
Xeon w5-2545
MSRP: $889|Avg: $1100
99%
#234
Xeon W-1250P
MSRP: $311|Avg: $311
99%
#237
Xeon w3-2535
MSRP: $739|Avg: $800
97%
#239
EPYC 7313P
MSRP: $913|Avg: $824
97%
#240
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
MSRP: $329|Avg: $60
96%
#241
Xeon w5-2555X
MSRP: $1069|Avg: $1145
96%
#242
Xeon E-2246G
MSRP: $311|Avg: $268
96%
#244
Xeon w3-2423
MSRP: $359|Avg: $300
95%
#245
EPYC 8434P
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $3137
94%
#247
EPYC 7443P
MSRP: $1337|Avg: $1045
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($199) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The EPYC 7282 is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($199)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Strix Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen AI 9 365 ($400), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($201 less, 101% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+101%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($199)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 AI 9 365 and EPYC 7282

AMD

Ryzen AI 9 365

The Ryzen AI 9 365 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Strix Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,187 points. Launch price was $499.

AMD

EPYC 7282

The EPYC 7282 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,201 points. Launch price was $650.

Processing Power

The Ryzen AI 9 365 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the EPYC 7282 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7282 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus 3.2 GHz on the EPYC 7282 — a 43.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Strix Point (2024−2025) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 7282 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 30,187 against the EPYC 7282's 30,201 — a 0% lead for the EPYC 7282. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI 9 365 vs 64 MB on the EPYC 7282.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
Cores / Threads
10 / 20
16 / 32+60%
Boost Clock
5 GHz+56%
3.2 GHz
Base Clock
2 GHz
2.8 GHz+40%
L3 Cache
24 MB (total)
64 MB+167%
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
8 MB+700%
Process
4 nm-43%
7 nm, 14 nm
Architecture
Strix Point (2024−2025)
Zen 2 (2017−2020)
PassMark
30,187
30,201
Cinebench R23 Multi
13,500
Geekbench 6 Single
1,086
Geekbench 6 Multi
7,638
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7282 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7282 — the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7282 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs 8 (EPYC 7282). PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs 128 (EPYC 7282) — the EPYC 7282 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
Socket
FP8
SP3
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5600+25%
DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity
64 GB
4096 GB+6300%
RAM Channels
2
8+300%
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20
128+540%
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs AMD-V, SEV (EPYC 7282). The Ryzen AI 9 365 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 880M), while the EPYC 7282 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 365 targets Mobile AI, EPYC 7282 targets Edge Server / Entry Server. Direct competitor: EPYC 7282 rivals Xeon Silver 4216.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
Radeon 880M
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
AMD-V, SEV
Target Use
Mobile AI
Edge Server / Entry Server
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen AI 9 365 launched at $400 MSRP, while the EPYC 7282 debuted at $650. At current prices ($400 vs $199), the EPYC 7282 is $201 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen AI 9 365 delivers 75.5 pts/$ vs 151.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 7282 — making the EPYC 7282 the 67.2% better value option.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7282
MSRP
$400-38%
$650
Avg Price (30d)
$400
$199-50%
Performance per Dollar
75.5
151.8+101%
Release Date
2024
2019