
Ryzen AI 9 365 vs EPYC 7282

Ryzen AI 9 365

EPYC 7282
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 365
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7282
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen AI 9 365 | EPYC 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
| Insight | Ryzen AI 9 365 | EPYC 7282 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+101%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) | ✅ More affordable ($199) |
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 AI 9 365 and EPYC 7282

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.

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