Intel Xeon Gold 6234

Intel Xeon Gold 6234

About processor

The Intel Xeon Gold 6234 processor is a formidable addition to the server platform, boasting a robust set of specs that make it a powerhouse for demanding workloads. With a code name of Cascade Lake X and built on 14 nm technology, this CPU offers a total of 8 cores and 16 threads, making it well-equipped to handle multi-threaded applications with ease. With a TDP of 130W, the Xeon Gold 6234 strikes a good balance between power efficiency and performance, making it suitable for a wide range of server applications. In benchmark tests, the processor shines, achieving an impressive Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1193 and a Multi-Core score of 5878, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks effectively. Overall, the Intel Xeon Gold 6234 is a solid choice for server applications that require high performance and reliability. Its combination of multi-core processing power, efficient power usage, and strong benchmark performance make it a compelling option for businesses and data centers in need of a dependable and capable processor.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
April 2019
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.
6234
Code Name
Cascade Lake X

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).
8
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
16
Basic Frequency
3.30 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.
4.00 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
130 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.
DDR4-2933
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
1 TB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
6

Miscellaneous

Intel Deep Learning Boost (Intel DL Boost) on CPU
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A new set of embedded processor technologies designed to accelerate AI deep learning use cases. It extends Intel AVX-512 with a new Vector Neural Network Instruction (VNNI) that significantly increases deep learning inference performance over previous generations.
Yes

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1223
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
7001
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
963
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
5931
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2393
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
17752

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1224 +0.1%
1222 -0.1%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
7023 +0.3%
7015 +0.2%
6989 -0.2%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
964 +0.1%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
2395 +0.1%
2390 -0.1%
Passmark CPU Multi Core