Intel Xeon Gold 5118

Intel Xeon Gold 5118

About processor

The Intel Xeon Gold 5118 processor is a powerful and efficient CPU designed for server use. With a total of 12 cores and 24 threads, this processor is capable of handling demanding workloads with ease. The 14nm technology ensures optimal performance and power efficiency, making it a great choice for data center and cloud environments. The single-core performance of the Xeon Gold 5118 is impressive, with a Geekbench 6 score of 894. This means that it can handle single-threaded tasks with speed and precision. Additionally, the multi-core score of 5270 proves that this processor excels at multi-threaded applications, providing high performance and responsiveness in a variety of scenarios. With a relatively moderate TDP of 105W, the Xeon Gold 5118 strikes a good balance between power consumption and performance. This makes it a suitable choice for organizations looking to maximize their server capabilities while minimizing energy costs. Overall, the Intel Xeon Gold 5118 processor is a solid option for businesses in need of a reliable and high-performing CPU for their server infrastructure. Its impressive core count, thread count, and efficiency make it a valuable addition to any data center or cloud environment.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
July 2017
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
5118
Code Name
SkyLake

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
12
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
24
Basic Frequency
2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
3.20 GHz
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCLGA3647
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
105 W
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
3.0

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2400
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
768 GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
6

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1079
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
6559
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
260
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1647
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1799
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
16669

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1078 -0.1%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
6591 +0.5%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
266 +2.3%
266 +2.3%
259 -0.4%
257 -1.2%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1649 +0.1%
1648 +0.1%
1644 -0.2%
1641 -0.4%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1801 +0.1%
1797 -0.1%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
16685 +0.1%
16651 -0.1%