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AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945

AMD processor specifications and benchmark scores

12
Cores
24
Threads
4.7
GHz Boost
65W
TDP
πŸ›‘οΈECC Memory

AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 Specifications

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Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 Core Configuration

Processing cores and threading

The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 features 12 physical cores and 24 threads, which directly impacts multi-threaded performance in CPU benchmarks. More cores allow the processor to handle parallel workloads efficiently, improving performance in video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking scenarios. Thread count determines how many simultaneous tasks the CPU can process, with higher thread counts benefiting productivity applications and content creation workflows.

Cores
12
Threads
24
SMP CPUs
1
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9 PRO 5945 Clock Speeds

Base and boost frequencies

Clock speed is a critical factor in Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 benchmark performance, measured in GHz. The base clock represents the guaranteed operating frequency, while the boost clock indicates maximum single-core performance under optimal conditions. Higher clock speeds translate to faster single-threaded performance, which is essential for gaming and applications that don't fully utilize multiple cores. The Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 by AMD can dynamically adjust its frequency based on workload and thermal headroom.

Base Clock
3 GHz
Boost Clock
4.7 GHz
Multiplier
30x
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AMD's Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 Cache Hierarchy

L1, L2, L3 cache sizes

Cache memory is ultra-fast storage built directly into the 9 PRO 5945 processor die. L1 cache provides the fastest access for frequently used data, while L2 and L3 caches offer progressively larger storage with slightly higher latency. Larger cache sizes significantly improve CPU benchmark scores by reducing memory access times. The Ryzen 9 PRO 5945's cache configuration is optimized for both gaming performance and productivity workloads, minimizing data fetch delays during intensive computations.

L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
512 KB (per core)
L3 Cache
64 MB
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Zen 3 Architecture & Process

Manufacturing and design details

The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 is built on AMD's 7 nm manufacturing process, which determines power efficiency and thermal characteristics. Smaller process nodes allow for more transistors in the same space, enabling higher performance per watt. The architecture defines how the processor handles instructions and manages data flow, directly impacting benchmark results across different workload types. Modern CPU architectures like the one in 9 PRO 5945 incorporate advanced branch prediction and out-of-order execution for optimal performance.

Architecture
Zen 3
Codename
Vermeer
Process Node
7 nm
Foundry
TSMC
Transistors
8,300 million
Die Size
2x 74 mmΒ²
Generation
Ryzen 9 (Zen 3 (Vermeer))
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Zen 3 Instruction Set Features

Supported CPU instructions and extensions

The Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 by AMD supports various instruction set extensions that enable optimized performance for specific workloads. SIMD instructions like SSE and AVX accelerate multimedia, scientific computing, and AI workloads by processing multiple data points simultaneously. Features like AES-NI provide hardware-accelerated encryption, while AVX-512 (if supported) enables advanced vector processing for data centers and high-performance computing. These instruction sets are critical for software compatibility and performance in modern applications.

MMX
SSE
SSE2
SSE3
SSSE3
SSE4A
SSE4.1
SSE4.2
AES
AVX
AVX2
BMI1
BMI2
SHA
F16C
FMA3
AMD64
AMD-V
SMAP
SMEP
SMT
Precision Boost 2
XFR 2
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9 PRO 5945 Power & Thermal

TDP and power specifications

The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 has a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65W, indicating the cooling solution required for sustained operation. TDP affects both system power consumption and the type of cooler needed. Lower TDP processors are ideal for compact builds and laptops, while higher TDP chips typically offer better sustained performance in demanding CPU benchmarks. Understanding power requirements helps ensure your system can deliver consistent performance without thermal throttling.

TDP
65W
PPT
88 W
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AMD Socket AM4 Platform & Socket

Compatibility information

The Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 uses the AMD Socket AM4 socket, which determines motherboard compatibility. Choosing the right platform is essential for building a system around this processor. The socket type also influences available features like PCIe lanes, memory support, and upgrade paths. When comparing CPU benchmarks, ensure you're looking at processors compatible with your existing or planned motherboard to make informed purchasing decisions.

Socket
AMD Socket AM4
PCIe
Gen 4, 20 Lanes(CPU only)
Package
Β΅OPGA-1331
DDR5

AMD Socket AM4 Memory Support

RAM compatibility and speeds

Memory support specifications for the 9 PRO 5945 define which RAM types and speeds are compatible. Faster memory can significantly improve CPU benchmark performance, especially in memory-intensive applications and gaming. The memory controller integrated into the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 determines maximum supported speeds and channels. Dual-channel or quad-channel memory configurations can double or quadruple memory bandwidth, providing noticeable performance gains in content creation and scientific workloads.

Memory Type
DDR4
Memory Bus
Dual-channel
Memory Bandwidth
51.2 GB/s
ECC Memory
Supported
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Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 Product Information

Release and pricing details

The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 is manufactured by AMD and represents their commitment to delivering competitive CPU performance. Understanding the release date and pricing helps contextualize benchmark comparisons with other processors from the same generation. Launch pricing provides a baseline for evaluating value, though street prices often differ. Whether you're building a new system or upgrading, the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 by AMD offers a specific balance of performance, features, and cost within AMD's product lineup.

Manufacturer
AMD
Release Date
Apr 2022
Market
Desktop
Status
Active
Part Number
100-000000831
Bundled Cooler
None

Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 Benchmark Scores

cinebench_cinebench_r15_multicoreSource

Cinebench R15 multi-core renders a complex 3D scene using all CPU threads simultaneously. This test reveals how AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 performs in parallel rendering workloads.

cinebench_cinebench_r15_multicore #220 of 1788
2,959
20%
Max: 14,978
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cinebench_cinebench_r15_singlecoreSource

Cinebench R15 single-core measures the speed of one CPU thread rendering 3D geometry. This score indicates how AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 handles tasks that can't be parallelized.

cinebench_cinebench_r15_singlecore #220 of 1245
417
20%
Max: 2,114

cinebench_cinebench_r20_multicoreSource

Cinebench R20 multi-core uses a scene requiring 4x more computational power than R15. This test better reflects modern CPU capabilities for professional rendering on AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945. The more demanding workload provides better differentiation between current-generation processors. Content creators and 3D artists use this benchmark to estimate real-world render performance.

cinebench_cinebench_r20_multicore #220 of 1788
12,333
20%
Max: 62,412
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cinebench_cinebench_r20_singlecoreSource

Cinebench R20 single-core tests one thread against a more demanding scene than R15. This reveals the true single-thread rendering capability of AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945. The increased complexity provides more accurate performance differentiation between modern CPUs. Single-thread performance remains critical for gaming and applications with serial bottlenecks.

cinebench_cinebench_r20_singlecore #220 of 1784
1,740
20%
Max: 8,811
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cinebench_cinebench_r23_multicoreSource

Cinebench R23 multi-core is the current standard for CPU rendering benchmarks with a 10-minute minimum runtime. This extended test reveals sustained performance of AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 after thermal limits kick in. The longer duration exposes cooling limitations that shorter benchmarks miss. Professional users rely on R23 scores to predict real-world rendering performance under sustained workloads.

cinebench_cinebench_r23_multicore #220 of 1788
29,366
20%
Max: 148,601
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

cinebench_cinebench_r23_singlecoreSource

Cinebench R23 single-core measures sustained single-thread performance over 10 minutes. This reveals how AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 maintains boost clocks under continuous load. The extended runtime shows whether thermal throttling affects single-core performance. This score is particularly important for understanding real-world responsiveness beyond initial boost behavior.

cinebench_cinebench_r23_singlecore #220 of 1788
4,145
20%
Max: 20,979
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passmark_data_compressionSource

Data compression measures how fast AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 can compress and decompress files. This is important for archiving, backup software, and file transfer applications. Higher scores mean faster ZIP, RAR, and backup operations. Software distribution and cloud storage services benefit from efficient compression performance.

passmark_data_compression #156 of 528
416,599
8%
Max: 5,427,555
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
5,427,555
#2 AMD EPYC 9845
4,680,013
#3 AMD EPYC 9755
4,517,407
#4 AMD EPYC 9745
3,929,890

πŸ“ Nearby Performers

passmark_data_encryptionSource

Data encryption tests how fast AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 can encrypt information using AES and other algorithms. This is critical for security applications, VPNs, and secure communications. Modern CPUs with AES-NI hardware acceleration score significantly higher.

passmark_data_encryption #141 of 528
26,313
8%
Max: 316,606
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
316,606
#2 AMD EPYC 9845
296,808
#3 AMD EPYC 9755
284,927
#4 AMD EPYC 9754
231,891
#5 AMD EPYC 9745
229,447

passmark_extended_instructionsSource

Extended instructions tests AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 performance using SSE and AVX instruction sets. These specialized instructions accelerate multimedia, scientific, and AI workloads. Video encoding and image processing heavily utilize SIMD capabilities. Machine learning inference and scientific computing also benefit from strong SIMD performance.

passmark_extended_instructions #170 of 528
27,031
7%
Max: 392,159
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
392,159
#2 AMD EPYC 9845
314,798
#3 AMD EPYC 9755
303,321
#4 AMD EPYC 9745
280,477

passmark_find_prime_numbersSource

Find prime numbers tests AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 ability to identify primes through intensive calculations. This is a pure computational benchmark that stresses CPU arithmetic units without memory bottlenecks.

passmark_find_prime_numbers #122 of 528
228
9%
Max: 2,422
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passmark_floating_point_mathSource

Floating point math measures how AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 handles decimal calculations critical for scientific computing and 3D rendering. This affects performance in CAD and physics simulations. Game physics engines also rely heavily on floating point operations. Scientific and engineering applications benefit significantly from higher floating point scores.

passmark_floating_point_math #188 of 528
70,291
6%
Max: 1,141,430
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
1,141,430
#2 AMD EPYC 9845
978,377
#3 AMD EPYC 9755
922,900
#4 AMD EPYC 9745
761,219
#5 AMD EPYC 9655P
710,260

passmark_integer_mathSource

Integer math tests how fast AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 processes whole number calculations essential for database operations and compression algorithms. This is fundamental to general computing performance. Encryption and data processing heavily rely on integer operations.

passmark_integer_math #133 of 528
129,768
7%
Max: 1,806,439
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
1,806,439
#2 AMD EPYC 9845
1,687,531
#3 AMD EPYC 9755
1,549,946
#4 AMD EPYC 9745
1,224,315

passmark_multithreadSource

PassMark multi-thread tests AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 across integer math, floating point, compression, and encryption using all cores. This provides an overall multi-threaded CPU performance score. The combined result reflects general-purpose parallel computing capability.

passmark_multithread #152 of 528
34,549
20%
Max: 174,825
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passmark_physicsSource

Physics tests how AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 handles physics simulations used in games and engineering software. This measures performance in calculating object interactions and movements. Games with complex physics benefit from higher scores. Engineering applications like structural analysis and fluid dynamics also rely on physics computation.

passmark_physics #208 of 528
1,772
6%
Max: 27,806
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9755
27,806
#2 AMD EPYC 9655P
26,810
#3 AMD EPYC 9655
25,958
#4 AMD EPYC 9684X
24,686
#5 AMD EPYC 9575F
22,021

passmark_random_string_sortingSource

Random string sorting measures how fast AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 can organize text data. This is important for database operations, search indexing, and data processing applications. Applications that process large amounts of text benefit from higher scores. Database servers and search engines rely heavily on efficient string manipulation.

passmark_random_string_sorting #173 of 528
43,447
7%
Max: 609,901
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πŸ† Top 5 Performers

#1 AMD EPYC 9965
609,901
#2 AMD EPYC 9755
571,185
#3 AMD EPYC 9845
538,060
#4 AMD EPYC 9745
468,975
#5 AMD EPYC 9655P
455,310

passmark_single_threadSource

PassMark single-thread measures per-core performance of AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 across various computational tasks. This score is critical for gaming and single-threaded applications.

passmark_single_thread #264 of 528
3,499
69%
Max: 5,097
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passmark_singlethreadSource

PassMark single-thread measures per-core performance of AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 across various computational tasks. This score is critical for gaming and single-threaded applications. Higher scores mean better system responsiveness in everyday use.

passmark_singlethread #264 of 528
3,499
69%
Max: 5,097
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About AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945

The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945, an enterprise-grade processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, demonstrates impressive multi-threading capabilities with its 12 cores and 24 threads, positioning it as a powerful option for demanding professional workloads. This chip's threading efficiency enables it to handle complex data processing, multitasking, and virtualization tasks more effectively, which begs the question of whether it can meet the rigorous demands of enterprise environments. The processor's base clock of 3.00 GHz and turbo frequency of up to 4.70 GHz reveal a balanced emphasis on high throughput and responsiveness, crucial for time-sensitive applications. Its design is optimized for a 65W TDP, showcasing AMD's focus on energy efficiency without sacrificing performance, thus making it suitable for power-conscious data centers and workstations. When considering ideal workloads, this Ryzen model excels in areas like software compilation, 3D rendering, and financial modeling, prompting further inquiry into how it compares against other high-end CPUs in real-world scenarios.

  1. Multi-threading capabilities of the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 allow for parallel execution of numerous tasks simultaneously, as reflected in passmark multithread scores approaching 35,000 points, which is significant in enterprise and scientific computations.
  2. The chip’s clock speeds, with a solid base of 3.00 GHz rising to a turbo of 4.70 GHz, demonstrate AMD's commitment to maintaining both high steady-state performance and burst processing power, critical for bursty workloads.
  3. Its power consumption at 65W TDP suggests an efficient architectural design, enabling dense server deployments and workstations without excessive cooling requirements or energy costs.
  4. The memory subsystem benefits from a generous 64 MB L3 cache, reducing latency and increasing data throughput, which is important for applications needing rapid access to large data sets.
  5. This processor's architecture, built on a 7 nm process, ensures a balance between power efficiency and performance, suitable for sustained workloads that demand stability over time.
  6. Considering its benchmark scores especially the passmark integer math and data compression scores it’s clear that AMD's Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 is well-suited for compute-heavy environments, although compatibility and optimization with existing systems remain relevant questions.

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