Intel Xeon E5-1620 v3 Processor

Overview

The Intel Xeon E5-1620 v3 is a high-performance server and workstation processor designed for professionals who require reliable computing power for demanding workloads. Part of Intel's Xeon E5-1600 v3 series, this CPU is built on the Haswell-EP architecture and is optimized for tasks such as virtualization, data analysis, 3D rendering, and enterprise applications. With support for ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory and advanced reliability features, the E5-1620 v3 is ideal for mission-critical environments.

Key Features

• Architecture and Manufacturing:

  • Built on Intel's 22nm Haswell-EP microarchitecture.

  • Utilizes the LGA 2011-3 socket, compatible with Intel's X99 chipset.

• Core and Thread Count:

  • 4 cores and 8 threads with Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology, enabling efficient multitasking and parallel processing.

• Clock Speeds:

  • Base Clock Speed: 3.5 GHz

  • Max Turbo Boost Speed: 3.6 GHz (single-core performance)

  • Provides consistent performance for single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

• Cache:

  • 10MB Intel Smart Cache (L3 cache), which enhances data access speeds and reduces latency.

• Memory Support:

  • Supports DDR4 memory with a maximum capacity of 2133 MHz.

  • Compatible with ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, ensuring data integrity and reliability in critical applications.

  • Quad-channel memory architecture for improved bandwidth.

• Thermal Design Power (TDP):

  • 140W TDP, making it a power-efficient option for its performance class.

• PCIe Support:

  • Features 40 PCIe 3.0 lanes, enabling high-speed connectivity for GPUs, storage devices, and other peripherals.

• Advanced Technologies:

  • Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0: Dynamically increases clock speeds for improved performance.

  • Intel Hyper-Threading Technology: Allows each core to handle two threads simultaneously.

  • Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x and VT-d): Enhances virtualization performance and efficiency.

  • Intel AES-NI: Accelerates encryption and decryption tasks for improved security.

• Reliability and Security:

  • Designed for 24/7 operation in enterprise environments.

  • Supports Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) for enhanced security.

Technical Specifications

Use Cases

• Workstations: Ideal for professionals in fields such as 3D rendering, video editing, and CAD/CAM design.

• Data Centers: Suitable for virtualization, cloud computing, and enterprise applications.

• Scientific Computing: Used in simulations, data analysis, and research workloads.

• Server Applications: Reliable performance for web hosting, database management, and network storage.

Advantages

• High Performance: Delivers excellent single-threaded and multi-threaded performance for demanding workloads.

• ECC Memory Support: Ensures data integrity and reliability in critical applications.

• PCIe 3.0 Lanes: Provides ample bandwidth for high-speed peripherals and GPUs.

• Enterprise-Grade Reliability: Designed for 24/7 operation in mission-critical environments.