AMD EPYC 9254 vs AMD Athlon II X2 250e
We do not have any performance data for the EPYC 9254 and the Athlon II X2 250e for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
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Summary
About the AMD EPYC 9254 CPU
The AMD EPYC 9254 is a 24-core (48-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q4 2022 with a suggested retail price of $2,299. It is part of AMD's EPYC lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The EPYC 9254 is compatible with AMD Socket SP5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The EPYC 9254 supports DDR5 memory and features a twelve-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 12 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the EPYC 9254 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 128 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The EPYC 9254 features 24 total cores which can process 48 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The EPYC 9254 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
About the AMD Athlon II X2 250e CPU
The AMD Athlon II X2 250e is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2010. It is part of AMD's Athlon II X2 lineup, which is based on the Regor microarchitecture. The X2 250e is compatible with AMD Socket AM3 motherboards and is fabricated on a 45 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Athlon II X2 250e supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Athlon II X2 250e has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Athlon II X2 250e features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Athlon II X2 250e does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Series | EPYC | Athlon II X2 |
| Market Segment | Server | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q4 2022 | Q3 2010 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $2,299 | -- |
| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |
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Benchmark Performance
We do not have any performance data for the EPYC 9254 and the Athlon II X2 250e for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the EPYC 9254 and the Athlon II X2 250e for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 17,488 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 2,132 | -- |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | -- | 1,155 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | -- | 1,201 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Foundry | TSMC | -- |
| Process Size | 5 nm | 45 nm |
| Transistors | 26,280 million | 410 million |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EPYC | Athlon II X2 |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 4 | Regor |
| Codename | Genoa | Regor |
| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Twelve-channel | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | Yes | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 24 | 2 |
| Threads | 48 | 2 |
| Clock Speed | 2.9 GHz | 3.0 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 4.2 GHz | -- |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Multiplier | 29.0x | 15.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB | -- |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket SP5 | AMD Socket AM3 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 5.0 x128 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 200 W | 45 W |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | EPYC 9254 | Athlon II X2 250e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | -- | Motherboard Dependent |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, VNNI, BMI1, BMI2, BFloat16, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, X2AVIC, AIBRS, 5-level NPT, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2 | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, NX bit, AMD-V |
* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.