AMD is making significant strides in the channel with its newly launched EPYC 4005 processors, designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). With Windows Server’s latest versions mandating a minimum of 16-core licensing, AMD positions these CPUs as a means for SMBs to maximize performance and cost efficiency compared to Intel’s Xeon E-2400 and Xeon 6300P processors.
The EPYC 4005 series, representing the entry-level in AMD’s server lineup, boasts a higher core count—offering twice as many cores and five times more cache than its Intel counterparts. Additionally, it provides 40% more I/O lanes and 50% greater maximum memory capacity at lower costs per core. The chips, released recently, feature a 512-bit data path with AVX-512 support, which is critical for efficient execution of AI workloads, as highlighted by AMD’s product marketing manager, Dennis McQueen.
These processors are anticipated to receive support from major OEMs such as Lenovo and Supermicro, as well as various cloud service providers including Vultr and Scaleway. The target applications for these CPUs range from general computing and web hosting to video analytics and AI workloads.
The lineup features six single-socket EPYC 4005 CPUs, with pricing from $239 to $699. AMD claims a cost-per-core range of $40 to $44, significantly lower than the $53 to $84 per core for Intel’s equivalent products. In terms of performance, the EPYC 4245P 6-core model outperforms Intel’s 8-core Xeon 6369P by an average of 16%, while the 8-core EPYC 4345P exceeds that by 38%. The 16-core EPYC 4565P is noted for delivering an impressive 83% performance increase over Intel’s 8-core models.
To enhance their channel strategy, AMD’s Greg Gibby emphasized the importance of utilizing new tools and training to assist channel partners in sales tracking. The push for the EPYC 4005 series is part of AMD’s strategy to capture more market share in the SMB sector, an area that presents significant growth potential against Intel’s dominance in enterprise and midmarket segments.
AMD believes that their EPYC 4005 series can significantly address the licensing challenges posed by Microsoft’s Windows Server operating systems, particularly given that both Windows Server 2022 and 2025 require a minimum 16-core license. By offering CPUs with 16-core options at competitive prices compared to Intel’s offerings, AMD aims to provide a compelling argument for customers considering upgrades, thus enhancing value for those who operate in Windows environments.
The EPYC 4005 series is built on the Zen 5 architecture, featuring a base frequency of 3GHz and a maximum frequency of 5.7GHz. It supports up to 64 MB of L3 cache for most models, with one variant scaling to 128 MB due to AMD’s 3-D V-Cache. The processors are compatible with AMD’s AM5 platform and support two channels of DDR5 memory at speeds up to 5600MHz, bolstered by robust security features and comprehensive I/O capabilities.
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