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AmpereOne A96-36X server processor in LGA 5964 package, silver heat spreader with gold contacts, new condition

Ampere

Ampere AMPEREONEA96-36X server processor 96-core 3.6 GHz

SKU CH-N0KH-3J5JH MPN AMPEREONEA96-36X

96-core ARM server processor running at 3.6 GHz with eight DDR5-5200 channels and 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes

  • NameAmpereOne A96-37X 3.7GHz 96-Core 292W 5 nm Server CPU
  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 5964
  • # of Cores96-Core
  • Operating Frequency3.7 GHz
  • Manufacturing TechTSMC 5 nm
  • Integrated Memory Controller SpeedDDR5 5200
  • 96 ARM v8.6 cores deliver massive parallel throughput
  • 6 GHz clock speed provides responsive single-thread performance
  • 8 DDR5-5200 memory channels enable high-bandwidth data access
  • 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes support extensive I/O expansion
  • 350 W TDP balances compute density with thermal design

AmpereOne 96-core server processor

The AmpereOne A96-36X is a 96-core server processor built on TSMC 5 nm technology. It operates at a frequency of 3.6 GHz and fits the LGA 5964 socket. The chip integrates eight DDR5-5200 memory channels and provides 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes for high-throughput I/O. Coherent multi-socket links enable scaling beyond a single node.

Cloud-native workloads and scale-out deployments

This processor suits cloud-native workloads, scale-out deployments and environments that benefit from high core counts and memory bandwidth. Security features include speculative side-channel attack mitigation, memory tagging, ROP and JOP attack mitigation, crypto acceleration and single-key memory encryption. Buyers who require integrated cooling or lower thermal envelopes should evaluate alternative options.

350 W thermal design power

The thermal design power is rated at 350 W and no cooling device is included with the processor. System builders must provision adequate cooling and power delivery for this envelope. The 5 nm manufacturing process and ARM v8.6 compliant cores define the performance-per-watt profile for dense server configurations.

Highlights

  • 96 ARM v8.6 cores deliver massive parallel throughput
  • 6 GHz clock speed provides responsive single-thread performance
  • 8 DDR5-5200 memory channels enable high-bandwidth data access
  • 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes support extensive I/O expansion
  • 350 W TDP balances compute density with thermal design

Specifications

BrandAmpere
SeriesAmpereOne
NameAmpereOne A96-37X 3.7GHz 96-Core 292W 5 nm Server CPU
ModelA96-37X
CPU Socket TypeLGA 5964
# of Cores96-Core
Operating Frequency3.7 GHz
Manufacturing TechTSMC 5 nm
Integrated Memory Controller SpeedDDR5 5200
Thermal Design Power292W
Cooling DeviceCooling device not included - Processor Only
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 5 mm

Questions about this item

What motherboard socket does the AmpereOne A96-36X require?

The processor fits an LGA 5964 socket, which is specific to the AmpereOne platform and not interchangeable with other server sockets.

Which installation step is most often missed when fitting this CPU?

Because no cooling device is included, the critical step is mounting a compatible 292 W TDP cooler or cold-plate before powering on; skipping this causes immediate thermal shutdown.

What component will need replacement first under continuous server load?

The thermal interface material between the CPU heat-spreader and the cooler degrades over time and should be reapplied during scheduled maintenance to maintain the 292 W thermal envelope.

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