Intel Xeon Gold 6346

Intel Xeon Gold 6346

About processor

The Intel Xeon Gold 6346 is an impressive server processor that offers top-of-the-line performance and advanced features. With a total of 16 cores and 32 threads, this CPU is capable of handling heavy workloads and demanding tasks with ease. The base frequency of 3.1 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.6 GHz ensure swift and seamless processing, making it suitable for high-performance computing requirements. The 10nm technology used in the Xeon Gold 6346 allows for improved efficiency and power management, while the 36MB L3 cache further enhances the processor's speed and responsiveness. Despite its robust performance capabilities, the Xeon Gold 6346 has a TDP of 205W, ensuring it remains energy-efficient. In benchmark tests, the Xeon Gold 6346 has demonstrated exceptional performance, with a Geekbench 6 multi-core score of 7306, indicating its ability to excel in multi-threaded applications. Overall, the Intel Xeon Gold 6346 is a powerhouse processor that is well-suited for demanding server workloads, making it an excellent choice for data centers, cloud computing, and other enterprise-level applications. Its advanced features and impressive performance make it a reliable and efficient option for those in need of high-performance computing solutions.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
April 2021
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.
Xeon Gold 6346
Code Name
Ice Lake-SP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon Gold (Ice Lake-SP)

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).
16
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
32
Performance-core Base Frequency
3.1 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.6 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
1MB per core
L3 Cache
36MB shared
Unlocked Multiplier
No
Multiplier
31.0
Bus Frequency
100MHz
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 4189
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.
10 nm
TDP
205 W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
78 °C
PCIe Version
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PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
4

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
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.
DDR4-3200
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
8
ECC Memory Support
Yes

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
N/A

Miscellaneous

PCIe Lanes
64

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
412
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
3616
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1144
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
12084
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2479
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
37722

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
482 +17%
446 +8.3%
380 -7.8%
343 -16.7%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
4096 +13.3%
3862 +6.8%
3402 -5.9%
3164 -12.5%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1206 +5.4%
1173 +2.5%
1117 -2.4%
1100 -3.8%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
14623 +21%
13090 +8.3%
11000 -9%
10176 -15.8%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2561 +3.3%
2524 +1.8%
2443 -1.5%
2411 -2.7%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
46170 +22.4%
41445 +9.9%
34463 -8.6%
32609 -13.6%