EPYC 7501

Details and Benchmarks for AMD EPYC 7501

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for EPYC 7501 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,145 Rank: 755
Rank Name Score Visual
751 Xeon E3-1535M V5 5,147
+0%
752 Xeon E-2104G 5,146
+0%
753 Xeon E5-4655 v4 5,145
+0%
754 Xeon D-1548 5,145
+0%
755 EPYC 7501 5,145
756 Core i5-6402P 5,144
+-0%
757 Core i5-8265U 5,144
+-0%
758 Core i7-7820HQ 5,142
-0.1%
759 Core i7-4900MQ 5,142
-0.1%
760 Core i5-4670 5,140
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for EPYC 7501 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,650 Rank: 338
Rank Name Score Visual
334 Ryzen 9 5900HX 5,658
+0.1%
335 Core i9-9980HK 5,653
+0.1%
336 Core i7-10700KF 5,652
+0%
337 EPYC 7601 5,651
+0%
338 EPYC 7501 5,650
339 Xeon Gold 6242 5,647
-0.1%
340 Ryzen 5 5600G 5,645
-0.1%
341 Xeon W-1350P 5,643
-0.1%
342 Ryzen 7 3800X 5,634
-0.3%
343 Ryzen 5 5600X 5,629
-0.4%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for EPYC 7501 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,809 Rank: 1068
Rank Name Score Visual
1064 Xeon D-2187NT 4,814
+0.1%
1065 Core i7-3630QM 4,814
+0.1%
1066 Xeon W3690 4,813
+0.1%
1067 Xeon E5-2650 v2 4,811
+0%
1068 EPYC 7501 4,809
1069 Core i5-3570S 4,809
+0%
1070 Xeon X5690 4,808
+-0%
1071 Xeon E3-1290 4,801
-0.2%
1072 Core i7 965 4,796
-0.3%
1073 Core i7-5600U 4,794
-0.3%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for EPYC 7501 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for EPYC 7501 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for EPYC 7501 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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EPYC 7501 Details

The AMD EPYC 7501 represents a significant step forward in server processor design, leveraging the Zen (Naples) microarchitecture to deliver robust performance for data center and high-end workstation environments. Released in June 2017, the EPYC 7501 is now over six years old, placing it firmly in the category of established server processors rather than cutting-edge technology. Despite its age, it remains relevant in certain enterprise settings due to its strong core count, memory bandwidth, and virtualization capabilities. As of March 2026, while newer generations have eclipsed it in performance, the EPYC 7501 still holds its ground in multi-threaded workloads where cost-effective scalability is a priority.

At the heart of the EPYC 7501 is a 32-core, 64-thread design built on a 14 nm process node, fabricated by GlobalFoundries under AMD's design. This multi-chip package integrates four dies into a single unit, each contributing to the processor’s overall performance. The base clock runs at 2.0 GHz, with a turbo frequency of up to 3.0 GHz under lighter loads, though sustained performance drops to 2.6 GHz when more than 16 cores are active. The chip operates within a 155 W TDP and is designed for Socket SP3, allowing for dual-processor configurations in servers to scale performance further. It supports up to 2,097,152 MiB of DDR4-2666 memory across eight channels, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 170.6 GB/s.

Cache hierarchy plays a crucial role in the processor’s efficiency, with 1 MiB of L1 data cache and 2 MiB of L1 instruction cache per core, totaling 32 MiB for L1. The L2 cache spans 16 MiB, with 512 KiB per core, while the shared L3 cache reaches 64 MiB, providing ample bandwidth for memory-intensive tasks. The processor also supports PCIe Gen 3 with up to 128 lanes, enabling high-speed connections to storage and accelerators. While it lacks integrated graphics, the absence of a GPU is expected in a server-focused design, relying instead on external graphics solutions when needed.

The EPYC 7501 supports a wide range of advanced features, including simultaneous multithreading (SMT), which doubles the effective thread count, and extensive virtualization support through AMD-V and AMD-Vi. It also includes advanced encryption technologies such as Secure Memory Encryption (SME) and Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV), enhancing data security in cloud and virtualized environments. Instruction set support includes AVX2, AES-NI, and BMI1/BMI2, ensuring compatibility with modern enterprise software and cryptographic workloads.

In benchmark testing, the EPYC 7501 achieves an overall score of 5145, placing it at #753 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4809 (#1068) and a multicore score of 5650 (#338). Its multicore performance outpaces many consumer-grade CPUs, including the Core i7-10700KF and Ryzen 9 5900HX, but trails behind modern high-end processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K. While its single-core performance is respectable, it is clearly outpaced by newer high-frequency desktop and mobile chips. The processor's strength lies in its ability to deliver sustained multi-threaded throughput, making it ideal for virtualization, database servers, and content creation workloads where core count and memory bandwidth are more critical than single-threaded speed.

In summary, the AMD EPYC 7501 is a workhorse processor designed for server and data center applications. Though no longer a flagship product, its 32-core design, support for dual-processor systems, and robust feature set ensure it remains a viable option in legacy or cost-sensitive environments. For users prioritizing multi-threaded performance over single-core speed, the EPYC 7501 continues to offer strong value, even as the market advances toward newer architectures and higher clock frequencies.
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AMD EPYC 7501

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: EPYC 7501
Family: EPYC
Series: 7000
Model Number: 7501
Cores: 32
Threads: 64
Base Frequency: 2000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 20x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen
Core Name: Naples
Core Family: 23
Core Model: 1
Socket: Socket
Package: FCLGA-4094
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 2
TDP: 155 W
Release Price: $3,400.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 3072 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 2048 KiB (4-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 1024 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 16 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 64 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666 and DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 8
Maximum Memory: 2,048 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 158.95 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 213 mm²
Transistor Count: 19.20 billion
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V TSME SenseMI SMT SME SEV
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