AMD EPYC 8434PN processor review

EPYC 8434PN processor released by AMD; release date: 18 Sep 2023. At the time of release, the processor cost $3150.

CPU is unlocked for overclocking. Total number of cores - 48, threads - 96. Maximum CPU clock speed - 3 GHz. Manufacturing process technology - 5 nm. Cache size: L1 - 64 KB (per core), L2 - 1 MB (per core), L3 - 128 MB (shared).

Supported memory types: DDR5.

Supported socket types: SP6. Maximum number of processors in a configuration - 1. Power consumption (TDP): 155 Watt.

Specifications (specs)

Essentials
Launch date	18 Sep 2023
Launch price (MSRP)	$3150
Place in performance rating	not rated
Performance
Base frequency	2000 MHz
Die size	4x 73 mm²
L1 cache	64 KB (per core)
L2 cache	1 MB (per core)
L3 cache	128 MB (shared)
Manufacturing process technology	5 nm
Maximum case temperature (TCase)	85°C
Maximum frequency	3 GHz
Number of cores	48
Number of threads	96
Transistor count	35,500 million
Unlocked

Memory
ECC memory support
Supported memory types	DDR5
Compatibility
Max number of CPUs in a configuration	1
Sockets supported	SP6
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	155 Watt
Peripherals
PCIe configurations	Gen 5, 96 Lanes, (CPU only)