AMD has officially introduced its Zen 5-based EPYC 4005 “AM5” Desktop CPUs for edge, offering up to 16 cores and 5.7 GHz clocks. This groundbreaking launch brings enterprise-grade performance to edge computing applications with unprecedented efficiency.

AMD EPYC 4005 Specifications
The new EPYC 4005 series represents a significant leap in edge computing capabilities, combining desktop socket compatibility with enterprise-level performance for growing businesses and specialized applications.
| Specification | Details | Performance Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Zen 5 “Grado” | Latest-generation efficiency |
| Cores/Threads | Up to 16/32 | Exceptional multitasking |
| Max Frequency | 5.7 GHz | Peak single-thread performance |
| TDP Range | 65W-170W | Flexible power options |
Edge Computing Revolution
The series offers up to 16 cores and 32 threads, operating at high frequencies and backed by up to 128 MB of L3 cache. TDPs range from 65 W to 170 W. AVX-512 support with a 512-bit data path is included.

Performance Tiers
With the AMD EPYC 4005 SKU stack, there are now only six parts. Two at 170W TDP for high-performance 16-core setups. Then there are four 65W SKUs designed for lower-power computing. In all cases, however, the clock speeds are at least 3.0GHz as base, and over 5.4GHz at their maximum boost levels.
Advanced Connectivity Features
For connectivity and expansion, the platform integrates 28 PCIe Gen5 lanes, enabling robust expansion capabilities for modern edge computing requirements. Compared to the EPYC 4004 series, two notable additions with EPYC 4005 is, first, supporting DDR5-5600 ECC memory compared to the DDR5-5200 ECC memory.
Target Applications
Advanced features at low system acquisition costs providing essential server solutions for growing businesses. Provides a full range of performance and efficiency needed for demanding workloads including:
- Network Security: Enhanced threat detection and processing
- Industrial Edge: Real-time data processing and analytics
- Virtualized Environments: Multiple VM support with excellent performance
- Cloud Services: Dedicated hosting solutions with enterprise reliability

Market Positioning
AMD EPYC 4005 Series CPUs deliver the performance, features and efficiency growing businesses need to power everything from enterprise applications and virtualized environments to dedicated, all-day hosted services in the cloud. Utilizing the same proven and widely deployed AM5 socket used in consumer platforms ensures broad compatibility and ecosystem support.
This strategic launch positions AMD strongly against Intel’s entry-level server offerings, delivering superior performance per watt while maintaining cost-effectiveness for edge computing deployments.
FAQs
What socket does AMD EPYC 4005 series use?
The EPYC 4005 series uses the standard AM5 socket for broad compatibility.
What’s the maximum core count in EPYC 4005 processors?
The series offers up to 16 cores and 32 threads with Zen 5 architecture.


