Intel Xeon Gold 6438N

Intel Xeon Gold 6438N

About processor

The Intel Xeon Gold 6438N processor is a powerful and high-performance CPU designed for server applications. With its impressive 32 cores and 64 threads, this processor is capable of handling heavy workloads and demanding tasks with ease. The 10nm technology ensures efficiency and reliability, making it a great choice for data centers and enterprise environments. The base frequency of 2 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.6 GHz allow for seamless multitasking and fast processing speeds, while the 60MB L3 cache ensures quick access to frequently used data. With a TDP of 205W, this processor is optimized for performance and energy efficiency, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses. In terms of benchmark performance, the Intel Xeon Gold 6438N delivers exceptional results. With a Geekbench 6 single-core score of 1986 and a multi-core score of 5800, this processor excels in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Overall, the Intel Xeon Gold 6438N is a top-of-the-line processor that offers exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency for server applications. Whether it's data analytics, virtualization, or cloud computing, this CPU is well-equipped to handle the demands of modern server environments.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
January 2023
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 6438N
Code Name
Sapphire Rapids
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon Gold (Sapphire Rapids-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).
32
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
64
Performance-core Base Frequency
2 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.6 GHz
L1 Cache
80K per core
L2 Cache
2MB per core
L3 Cache
60MB
Bus Frequency
100MHz
Multiplier
20.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 4677
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
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
85 °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.
5

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.
DDR5-4800
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
80

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1768
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
11491
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2315
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
52789

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
2000 +13.1%
1906 +7.8%
1685 -4.7%
1637 -7.4%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
13850 +20.5%
12508 +8.9%
10676 -7.1%
9788 -14.8%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2347 +1.4%
2288 -1.2%
2257 -2.5%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
66918 +26.8%
59623 +12.9%
46747 -11.4%
42899 -18.7%