Intel Xeon D-1718T vs AMD EPYC Embedded 3255

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Intel Xeon D-1718T or Intel Xeon D-1718T – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Xeon D-1718T features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Xeon D series.
To use the Intel Xeon D-1718T, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2227 socket.
The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD EPYC series.
To use the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255, you'll need a motherboard with a SP4r2 socket.
Intel Xeon D-1700 Group AMD EPYC Embedded 3000
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Xeon D Family AMD EPYC
4 Generation 1
Intel Xeon D-1718T Name AMD EPYC Embedded 3255
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Xeon D-1718T has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Xeon D-1718T is 2.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.5 GHz.
The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is 2.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.1 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
8 Threads 16
normal Core architecture normal
4x Sunny Cove Cores 8x
3.5 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.1 GHz
3.0 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
No Overclocking Yes
4 CPU Cores 8
2.6 GHz Frequency 2.5 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Xeon D-1718T does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 256.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 512.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes ECC Yes
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR4-2933 Memory type DDR4-2666
256.0 GB Max. Memory 512.0 GB
45.8 GB/s Bandwidth 42.6 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 46 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 55 W watts.
-- Tjunction max 105 °C
None TDP down 25 W
46 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 55 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Xeon D-1718T is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 16.0 MB cache.
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512 ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
0 bytes L3-Cache 16.0 MB
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
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Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Q1/2022 Release date Q1/2018
10 nm Technology 14 nm
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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Ice Lake Architecture Snowy Owl (Zen)
10.0 MB L2-Cache 4.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Chiplet
BGA 2227 Socket SP4r2