Intel Xeon E3-1220L

Intel Xeon E3-1220L

About processor

The Intel Xeon E3-1220L processor is a reliable option for server platforms, offering solid performance and energy efficiency. With a code name of Sandy Bridge and a 32nm technology, this processor boasts two cores and four threads, making it suitable for handling various server tasks. The base frequency of 2.2 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.4 GHz provide a decent amount of processing power for a range of server applications. The 3MB of L3 cache helps to improve overall system responsiveness, and the low thermal design power (TDP) of 20W ensures that the processor runs efficiently and doesn't generate excessive heat. In terms of performance, the Intel Xeon E3-1220L scores well on benchmarks, with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 569 and a Geekbench 6 Multi Core score of 678. This indicates that the processor can handle multitasking and demanding workloads effectively. Overall, the Intel Xeon E3-1220L processor offers a good balance of performance and power efficiency, making it a suitable choice for server environments where reliability and energy savings are essential considerations.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
April 2011
Model Name
?
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 E3-1220L
Code Name
Sandy Bridge
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E3 (Sandy Bridge)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
2
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.2 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.4 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
3MB shared
Bus Frequency
100MHz
Multiplier
22.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 1155
Technology
?
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.
32 nm
TDP
20 W
PCIe Version
?
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.
3
Transistor Count
0.504 billions

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.
DDR3
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
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
16

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
569
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
678
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
678
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1401
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1587
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
2274

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
644 +13.2%
605 +6.3%
530 -6.9%
495 -13%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
934 +37.8%
823 +21.4%
586 -13.6%
482 -28.9%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
722 +6.5%
696 +2.7%
657 -3.1%
633 -6.6%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1557 +11.1%
1473 +5.1%
1343 -4.1%
1244 -11.2%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1653 +4.2%
1623 +2.3%
1563 -1.5%
1531 -3.5%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
2631 +15.7%
2420 +6.4%
2097 -7.8%
1963 -13.7%