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AMD

AMD EPYC 9965 100-000000976 192-Core 2.25 GHz server processor

SKU CH-WPH8-KD5XB MPN 100-000000976

192-core server CPU with 384 threads, 2.25 GHz base and 3.7 GHz boost, 384 MB L3 cache, 12-channel DDR5-6400 memory controller, 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, 500 W TDP in Socket SP5

  • Product nameEPYC 9965
  • CPU cores192-Core
  • CPU socketSocket SP5
  • Maximum turbo clock3.7 GHz
  • TDP rating500 W
  • CPU threads384

Model EPYC 9965

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  • 192 cores and 384 threads handle massive parallel workloads
  • 25 GHz base and 3.7 GHz max turbo deliver strong single-thread response
  • 384 MB L3 cache reduces latency for data-intensive tasks
  • 12-channel DDR5 6400 memory controller maximises bandwidth
  • 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes enable high-speed GPU and storage scaling

AMD EPYC 9965 192-Core Server Processor

The AMD EPYC 9965 is a 5th Generation server processor built for high-density data centre workloads. It delivers 192 cores and 384 threads in a single Socket SP5 package with a 2.25 GHz base clock and 3.7 GHz maximum turbo frequency. A 384 MB L3 cache and 12-channel DDR5 6400 memory controller support memory-intensive applications.

Suited for dense AI inference

This processor targets operators who need maximum core count per socket to reduce rack count and software licensing costs. It supports 128 PCI Express 5.0 lanes for extensive GPU or accelerator connectivity. Buyers requiring lower thermal output or fewer cores for lighter workloads should evaluate alternative SKUs.

500 W thermal design power requires robust cooling

The 500 W TDP dictates that the host platform must provide adequate heat dissipation; no cooling device is included in the box. System integrators must verify that their chassis, power delivery and firmware support this power envelope before deployment. Socket SP5 compatibility and 12-channel memory population are additional integration prerequisites.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Server Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $7,935.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 621 comparable items (median $1,561.99).
CPU cores 192-Core
Higher than about 99% of the 386 comparable items (median 24).
Maximum turbo clock 3.7 GHz
Lower than about 60% of the 327 comparable items (median 3.9 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineAMD EPYC 9005
Model name100-000000976
Product nameEPYC 9965
Performance
Working frequency2.25 GHz
Processor
CPU cores192-Core
CPU socketSocket SP5
Maximum turbo clock3.7 GHz
TDP rating500 W
CPU threads384
Level 3 cache384 MB
64-bit capableYes
Maximum PCIe lanes128
Memory
Supported memory speedDDR5 6400
Channel configuration12 Channel
Ports & slots
PCIe generation5.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 38 mm
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

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Questions about this item

Which version of the AMD EPYC 9965 should I select?

The product is a single model, 100-000000976, with 192 cores, 384 threads, 384 MB L3 cache, a 2.25 GHz base clock, and a 3.7 GHz max turbo frequency.

What does the 2.25 GHz base clock deliver inside a server?

It provides a guaranteed 192-core frequency at the rated 500 W TDP, while the 3.7 GHz max turbo allows higher burst speeds when thermal headroom exists.

How does the PCIe 5.0 interface with 128 lanes affect expansion?

The 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes connect GPUs, storage controllers, and NICs directly to the CPU, giving each device Gen 5 bandwidth without going through a chipset.

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