AMD EPYC 4004 Series processors add a new line of cost-optimized CPUs that offer a great blend of core density, and performance per watt.
AMD has announced the launch of the EPYC 4004 Series processors, enhancing their existing server CPU portfolio with cost-optimized options. These new processors offer enterprise-class features and top-tier performance, specifically designed for small and medium businesses and hosted IT service providers.
AMD EPYC 4004 Use Cases
The EPYC 4004 series, positioned alongside the 9004 and 8004 series, targets various market segments with tailored features. For enterprise and SMB customers, the 4004 series offers essential enterprise capabilities while maintaining a low acquisition cost, making it an attractive option for dedicated hosting providers and small businesses seeking cost-effective yet powerful server solutions. AMD emphasizes the processors’ core density, performance per watt, and TCO, underscoring their competitive advantage in delivering high performance at a lower cost.
Servers powered by the new AMD CPUs will offer a compelling balance of performance, scalability, and affordability. Enabling a wide array of broadly deployed enterprise solutions, AMD EPYC 4004 Series CPUs are supported by leading partners including Altos, ASRock Rack, Gigabyte, Lenovo, MSI, Newegg, OVHcloud, Supermicro, and Tyan.
AMD EPYC 4004 Features
The AMD EPYC 4004 Series CPUs provide the price-conscious buyer with enterprise-grade performance, dependability, scalability, and modern security features powered by the highly efficient “Zen 4” architecture. When compared to an Intel Xeon E-2488 CPU, a server powered by a single AMD EPYC 4564P CPU delivers a 1.8x increase in performance per CPU dollar.
Built on AMD’s “Zen4” architecture, these processors offer up to 16 cores and 32 threads, with each core having 1MB of L2 cache and each CCD having 32MB of L3 cache, totaling 64MB. They support up to 5.7GHz max boost and include ISA updates like BFLOAT16, VNNI, and AVX-512. The updated Gen 3 Infinity Fabric architecture supports up to 32 Gbps die-to-die bandwidth, with a TDP range between 65W and 170W.
In terms of memory and platform support, the EPYC 4004 series features dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 5200 MHz with ECC support and a maximum capacity of 192GB. The processors are compatible with the AM5 platform, using a 40 x 40mm LGA with LGA 1718 socket. They also offer extensive I/O capabilities, including up to 28 PCIe Gen5 lanes, 20G USB Type-C, optional USB4 add-ons, DisplayPort 2.0, and HDMI 2.1. These features make the EPYC 4004 series ideal for edge computing, dedicated hosting, and entry-level enterprise applications, providing high performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
AMD EPYC 4004 Series CPU Model Specifications
The EPYC 4004 Series includes a range of models with varying core counts, cache sizes, and power ratings to meet diverse performance needs. These models range from the high-end EPYC 4564P with 16 Zen 4 cores, 64MB L3 cache, and a TDP of 170W, to the entry-level EPYC 4124P with 4 cores, 16MB L3 cache, and a TDP of 65W. Prices range from $149 to $699, offering scalable options for different server requirements.
Here’s a rundown of each CPU in the series:
| EPYC 4004
Series |
Zen 4 Cores | L3 Cache (MB) | TDP | FBase (GHz) | FMax Boost (GHz)2 | Price (1KU, USD) |
| EPYC 4564P | 16 | 64 | 170W | 4.5 GHz | 5.7 GHz | $699 |
| EPYC 4464P | 12 | 64 | 65W | 3.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz | $429 |
| EPYC 4364P | 8 | 32 | 105W | 4.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz | $399 |
| EPYC 4344P | 8 | 32 | 65W | 3.8 GHz | 5.3 GHz | $329 |
| EPYC 4244P | 6 | 32 | 65W | 3.8GhZ | 5.1 GHz | $229 |
| EPYC 4124P | 4 | 16 | 65W | 3.8GhZ | 5.1 GHz | $149 |
| EPYC 4584PX | 16 | 128 | 120W | 4.2 GHz | 5.7 GHz | $699 |
| EPYC 4484PX | 12 | 128 | 120W | 4.4 GHz | 5.6 GHz | $599 |
As you can see from the table, the naming convention for AMD EPYC 4004 series processors is structured to provide clear information about their features and capabilities.
The product series is, of course, identified as the 4000 series, with a feature modifier indicating specific capabilities: “P” for single-processor (1P) systems and “X” for 3D V-Cache technology. The core count is directly included in the name, and the tens digit within this number represents the performance level relative to other processors with the same core count, with higher numbers indicating higher performance. For example, the EPYC 4354PX has 4 cores, is a high-performance model within the 4-core category, supports 1P systems, and includes 3D V-Cache technology.
Industry Leaders React to AMD’s New EPYC 4004 Series Processors
Lenovo expressed enthusiasm about the new CPUs, highlighting how they address new market opportunities and expand the AMD EPYC processor roadmap to cover a larger segment with affordable yet high-performance capabilities. Lenovo emphasized that the EPYC 4004 series will meet the needs of server customers across the spectrum, providing excellent price-per-performance value for growing businesses alongside efficiency for a dependable, secure infrastructure.
Similarly, Supermicro praised the EPYC 4004 Series, noting that the workload performance of their systems powered by these CPUs will bring increased value to customers looking for cost-effective and easy-to-deploy solutions. This introduction marks a significant step for AMD in catering to a broader market with versatile and powerful server solutions.
AMD EPYC 4004 Series Availability
To acquire the new AMD EPYC 4004 Series processors, interested buyers can access them starting today, May 21, 2024. The processors will be available through AMD’s leading technology partners, including Altos, ASRock Rack, Gigabyte, Lenovo, MSI, Newegg, OVHcloud, Supermicro, and Tyan.
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