New “Zen 5” architecture delivers breakthrough performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability
AMD has introduced the 5th Gen AMD EPYC Embedded processors, designed to power next-generation networking, storage, and industrial edge applications. These processors, built on “Zen 5” architecture, deliver server-grade performance, enhanced energy efficiency, and extended product lifecycles, meeting the growing demands of AI-driven workloads and always-on environments.
“The explosion of AI, industrial edge computing, and data storage requires higher computing power with long-term reliability,” said Salil Raje, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Adaptive and Embedded Computing, AMD. “With 5th Gen AMD EPYC Embedded processors, we are delivering unmatched performance, efficiency, and system resiliency to embedded markets.”
Key Features and Benefits:
- High Core Density & Performance – Up to 192 cores in a single socket, with 1.3X faster networking throughput and 1.6X storage performance gains.
- Energy Efficiency – Enhanced “Zen 5c” core delivers up to 1.3X better performance per watt than competitors.
- Advanced Embedded Features – 7-year product support, enhanced system resiliency with Non-Transparent Bridging (NTB) for fault tolerance, and secure boot capabilities for mission-critical applications.
- Scalability & Compatibility – Supports up to 6TB DDR5 memory, 160 PCIe® Gen5 lanes, and CXL® 2.0 for high-speed data transfer.
Industry Adoption:
Technology leaders Cisco and IBM are among the first to integrate these processors into their next-generation platforms, benefiting from their scalability, performance, and security.
Availability:
The 5th Gen AMD EPYC Embedded processors are currently sampling with select customers, with full production expected in Q2 2025.
