EPYC 72F3
AMD
PassMark
27,252
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The EPYC 72F3 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 27,252 points. Launch price was $2,468.
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FPS Benchmarks
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League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of EPYC 72F3 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The EPYC 72F3 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm+ process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.1 GHz from a base frequency of 3.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 256 MB (total) L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 27,252, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | EPYC 72F3 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.1 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Milan (2021−2023) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm+ |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 256 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 512 kB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 8x 81 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 33,200 million |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 27,252 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 72F3 fits into the SP3 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4-3200 memory.
| Specification | EPYC 72F3 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD EPYC |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | SP3 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-3200 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 2 |
Power & Cooling
The EPYC 72F3 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 180 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | EPYC 72F3 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 180 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #509 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | EPYC 72F3 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $2,468 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #509 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 15 March 2021 (4 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | TSMC |
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