Ryzen AI 9 365
VS
EPYC 7371

Ryzen AI 9 365 vs EPYC 7371

AMD

Ryzen AI 9 365

10 Cores20 Thrd28 WWMax: 5 GHz2024
VS
AMD

EPYC 7371

16 Cores32 Thrd200 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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.

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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 7371

#97
Xeon Silver 4314
MSRP: $395|Avg: $395
102%
#98
Xeon W-1350
MSRP: $255|Avg: $255
102%
#99
Xeon W-1370P
MSRP: $323|Avg: $323
102%
#106
Xeon Gold 6143
MSRP: $342|Avg: $342
101%
#109
EPYC 7371
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#115
Xeon W-1370
MSRP: $323|Avg: $323
99%
#119
Xeon 6505P
MSRP: $563|Avg: $563
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen AI 9 365 (2024) utilizes 4 nm technology and DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7371
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Strix Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm)
✨ Modern (Naples (2017−2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The EPYC 7371 (2018) relies on 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Eight-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7371
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($0)

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 7371

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 7371

The EPYC 7371 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 November 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Naples (2017−2018) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,156 points. Launch price was $1,550.

Processing Power

The Ryzen AI 9 365 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the EPYC 7371 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7371 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 7371 — a 27.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365 (base: 2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Strix Point (2024−2025) architecture (4 nm), while the EPYC 7371 uses Naples (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 30,187 against the EPYC 7371's 30,156 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 365. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI 9 365 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7371.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7371
Cores / Threads
10 / 20
16 / 32+60%
Boost Clock
5 GHz+32%
3.8 GHz
Base Clock
2 GHz
3.1 GHz+55%
L3 Cache
24 MB (total)
64 MB (total)+167%
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)+100%
512K (per core)
Process
4 nm-71%
14 nm
Architecture
Strix Point (2024−2025)
Naples (2017−2018)
PassMark
30,187
30,156
Cinebench R23 Multi
15,000
Geekbench 6 Single
1,216
Geekbench 6 Multi
6,941
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7371 uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus DDR4-2666 on the EPYC 7371 — the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7371 supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs 8 (EPYC 7371). PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs 128 (EPYC 7371) — the EPYC 7371 offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7371
Socket
FP8
TR4
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5600+25%
DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity
64 GB
2048 GB+3100%
RAM Channels
2
8+300%
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20
128+540%
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Advanced Features

Only the EPYC 7371 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. 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, SVM (EPYC 7371). The Ryzen AI 9 365 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 880M), while the EPYC 7371 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 365 targets Mobile AI, EPYC 7371 targets High-frequency Server Workloads. Direct competitor: EPYC 7371 rivals Xeon Gold 6134.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365EPYC 7371
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
Radeon 880M
Unlocked
No
Yes
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
AMD-V, SVM
Target Use
Mobile AI
High-frequency Server Workloads