AMD EPYC 9754
The AMD EPYC 9754 is a top-tier choice for enterprise data-intensive processors, offering extremely high core density, wide memory channels, and abundant I/O to drive massive parallel throughput for analytics and large-scale databases. Compared with the Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ and W9-3495X it trades some single-thread clock headroom for superior density and a stronger cost-per-core profile, and versus the Threadripper PRO 5995WX it delivers better multi-socket scalability while maintaining a compelling total cost of ownership relative to the slightly lower-tier EPYC 9654.
Massive core count (rack-hugger)
Energy‑smart throughput (green flex)
Massive core count (rack-hugger)
Energy‑smart throughput (green flex)
Review Summary
"Customers consistently praise the EPYC 9754 for class-leading multi-threaded throughput, strong energy efficiency and robust platform features for sustained server workloads. A minority mention platform/BMC/BIOS complexity and the high upfront cost as drawbacks."
Datacenter titan (silent giant)
Up to 96 cores and 192 threads for massive parallel enterprise workloads
Datacenter titan (silent giant)
Up to 96 cores and 192 threads for massive parallel enterprise workloads
Optimized Work Efficiency
Eco-Friendly Living
The AMD EPYC 9754 is a top-tier choice for enterprise data-intensive processors, offering extremely high core density, wide memory channels, and abundant I/O to drive massive parallel throughput for analytics and large-scale databases. Compared with the Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ and W9-3495X it trades some single-thread clock headroom for superior density and a stronger cost-per-core profile, and versus the Threadripper PRO 5995WX it delivers better multi-socket scalability while maintaining a compelling total cost of ownership relative to the slightly lower-tier EPYC 9654.
Massive core count (rack-hugger)
Energy‑smart throughput (green flex)
Datacenter titan (silent giant)
Up to 96 cores and 192 threads for massive parallel enterprise workloads
12-channel DDR5 memory architecture delivering very high memory bandwidth
Massive core count (rack-hugger)
Energy‑smart throughput (green flex)
Datacenter titan (silent giant)
Up to 96 cores and 192 threads for massive parallel enterprise workloads
12-channel DDR5 memory architecture delivering very high memory bandwidth
Technical Specifications
General
Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+
The Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ is optimized for workloads that need high single-thread performance, advanced vector/AI acceleration, and a mature enterprise feature set, making it well suited for latency-sensitive databases and inference tasks. While it typically commands a premium and offers lower core density than the EPYC 9754/9654, it offsets that with stronger per-core IPC and platform integrations, making it preferable where software ecosystem and single-thread responsiveness outweigh pure throughput-per-dollar.
Ultra-threaded power (AI-ready)
Consistent peak clock (steady runner)
Ultra-threaded power (AI-ready)
Consistent peak clock (steady runner)
Review Summary
"Users note the Xeon Platinum 8480+ delivers improved single-thread and specialized AVX performance over prior Intel generations and solid enterprise feature sets. Many buyers criticize its high power consumption, steep price, and weaker price-performance versus AMD in many multi-threaded server tasks."
Enterprise I/O muscle (data hoarder)
High core count (up to mid-50s) with strong per-core performance for mixed workloads
Enterprise I/O muscle (data hoarder)
High core count (up to mid-50s) with strong per-core performance for mixed workloads
Optimized Work Efficiency
Tech-Savvy Living
The Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ is optimized for workloads that need high single-thread performance, advanced vector/AI acceleration, and a mature enterprise feature set, making it well suited for latency-sensitive databases and inference tasks. While it typically commands a premium and offers lower core density than the EPYC 9754/9654, it offsets that with stronger per-core IPC and platform integrations, making it preferable where software ecosystem and single-thread responsiveness outweigh pure throughput-per-dollar.
Ultra-threaded power (AI-ready)
Consistent peak clock (steady runner)
Enterprise I/O muscle (data hoarder)
High core count (up to mid-50s) with strong per-core performance for mixed workloads
8-channel DDR5 memory with CXL support options for memory expansion
Ultra-threaded power (AI-ready)
Consistent peak clock (steady runner)
Enterprise I/O muscle (data hoarder)
High core count (up to mid-50s) with strong per-core performance for mixed workloads
8-channel DDR5 memory with CXL support options for memory expansion
Technical Specifications
General
$11,000-15,000 CAD
AMD Threadripper PRO 5995WX
The AMD Threadripper PRO 5995WX targets single-socket enterprise workstations and data-heavy hosts that require extreme per-socket memory bandwidth and plentiful PCIe lanes for I/O-bound analytics and simulation workloads. Compared to multi-socket EPYC parts like the 9754/9654 it simplifies deployment and often reduces total system cost for single-socket deployments, though it lacks EPYC's multi-socket scaling and does not match the peak single-thread boost of Intel's highest-end Xeons.
Studio-grade cores (render beast)
PCIe lane abundance (expansion party)
Studio-grade cores (render beast)
PCIe lane abundance (expansion party)
Review Summary
"Long-term users love the Threadripper PRO 5995WX for its workstation-class multi-core performance, massive memory capacity and stable behavior in pro applications. Drawbacks cited include high platform cost, power draw, and limited upgrade options compared with mainstream server platforms."
Workstation endurance (all-day hero)
64 cores and 128 threads optimized for heavily threaded workstation applications
Workstation endurance (all-day hero)
64 cores and 128 threads optimized for heavily threaded workstation applications
Intellectual Stimulation & Creativity
Skill Development & Mastery
Optimized Work Efficiency
The AMD Threadripper PRO 5995WX targets single-socket enterprise workstations and data-heavy hosts that require extreme per-socket memory bandwidth and plentiful PCIe lanes for I/O-bound analytics and simulation workloads. Compared to multi-socket EPYC parts like the 9754/9654 it simplifies deployment and often reduces total system cost for single-socket deployments, though it lacks EPYC's multi-socket scaling and does not match the peak single-thread boost of Intel's highest-end Xeons.
Studio-grade cores (render beast)
PCIe lane abundance (expansion party)
Workstation endurance (all-day hero)
64 cores and 128 threads optimized for heavily threaded workstation applications
8-channel DDR4 memory support with large capacity for big in-memory datasets
Studio-grade cores (render beast)
PCIe lane abundance (expansion party)
Workstation endurance (all-day hero)
64 cores and 128 threads optimized for heavily threaded workstation applications
8-channel DDR4 memory support with large capacity for big in-memory datasets
Intel Xeon W9-3495X
The Intel Xeon W9-3495X is a workstation-class processor built for high-frequency, low-latency tasks such as real-time analytics and heavy compilation workloads, delivering excellent single-thread responsiveness and cache performance. It competes with the Threadripper PRO in single-socket throughput but usually carries a premium versus AMD EPYC 9654 and 9754 on a per-core basis, making it the go-to when immediate responsiveness and Intel-centric software stacks are prioritized over raw multi-socket throughput.
Single-thread punch (CAD nimble)
Pro reliability (no drama)
Single-thread punch (CAD nimble)
Pro reliability (no drama)
Review Summary
"The Xeon W9-3495X is praised for strong single-core performance and advantages in some AVX-optimized workstation workloads, delivering reliable professional performance. However, reviewers frequently call out its very high power use, platform cost, and that it often offers less overall value than AMD workstation/server alternatives."
High-memory bandwidth (big scenes)
Up to ~56 cores tuned for workstation single-socket throughput and responsiveness
High-memory bandwidth (big scenes)
Up to ~56 cores tuned for workstation single-socket throughput and responsiveness
Intellectual Stimulation & Creativity
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
The Intel Xeon W9-3495X is a workstation-class processor built for high-frequency, low-latency tasks such as real-time analytics and heavy compilation workloads, delivering excellent single-thread responsiveness and cache performance. It competes with the Threadripper PRO in single-socket throughput but usually carries a premium versus AMD EPYC 9654 and 9754 on a per-core basis, making it the go-to when immediate responsiveness and Intel-centric software stacks are prioritized over raw multi-socket throughput.
Single-thread punch (CAD nimble)
Pro reliability (no drama)
High-memory bandwidth (big scenes)
Up to ~56 cores tuned for workstation single-socket throughput and responsiveness
8-channel DDR5 memory with ECC support for large, reliable memory footprints
Single-thread punch (CAD nimble)
Pro reliability (no drama)
High-memory bandwidth (big scenes)
Up to ~56 cores tuned for workstation single-socket throughput and responsiveness
8-channel DDR5 memory with ECC support for large, reliable memory footprints
$9,000-11,500 CAD
AMD EPYC 9654
The AMD EPYC 9654 is the value-focused member of the EPYC 9004 family, balancing high core counts and substantial memory bandwidth with a more favorable price-to-performance ratio for large data-processing deployments. It delivers many of the multi-socket and I/O strengths of the 9754 at a lower capital expense, making it an attractive choice for enterprises prioritizing throughput per dollar against the higher-cost, workstation-optimized Intel and Threadripper alternatives.
High-throughput scaling (cloud-ready)
Efficient power profile (thrifty)
High-throughput scaling (cloud-ready)
Efficient power profile (thrifty)
Review Summary
"The EPYC 9654 is highly regarded for exceptional multi-socket server throughput, excellent efficiency and a mature platform, making it a frequent choice for cloud, virtualization and HPC deployments. Customers do note premium pricing and occasional configuration/firmware complexity as minor negatives."
Dense virtualization (VM farm)
96 cores and 192 threads delivering dense compute for scale-out server deployments
Dense virtualization (VM farm)
96 cores and 192 threads delivering dense compute for scale-out server deployments
Optimized Work Efficiency
Eco-Friendly Living
The AMD EPYC 9654 is the value-focused member of the EPYC 9004 family, balancing high core counts and substantial memory bandwidth with a more favorable price-to-performance ratio for large data-processing deployments. It delivers many of the multi-socket and I/O strengths of the 9754 at a lower capital expense, making it an attractive choice for enterprises prioritizing throughput per dollar against the higher-cost, workstation-optimized Intel and Threadripper alternatives.
High-throughput scaling (cloud-ready)
Efficient power profile (thrifty)
Dense virtualization (VM farm)
96 cores and 192 threads delivering dense compute for scale-out server deployments
12-channel DDR5 memory delivering high sustained bandwidth for data-heavy workloads
High-throughput scaling (cloud-ready)
Efficient power profile (thrifty)
Dense virtualization (VM farm)
96 cores and 192 threads delivering dense compute for scale-out server deployments
12-channel DDR5 memory delivering high sustained bandwidth for data-heavy workloads