Intel Xeon E5-2609
About processor
The Intel Xeon E5-2609 processor is a reliable and efficient option for server platforms. With a code name of Sandy Bridge-EP and built with 32nm technology, this processor offers a total of 4 cores and 4 threads, making it suitable for handling demanding server workloads.
The performance-core base frequency of 2.4 GHz ensures smooth and consistent operation, while the 10MB L3 cache allows for quick access to frequently used data. With a thermal design power (TDP) of 80W, the processor strikes a good balance between performance and power efficiency.
In terms of benchmark performance, the Geekbench 6 scores are impressive, with a single-core score of 408 and a multi-core score of 2102. This indicates that the Xeon E5-2609 is capable of handling both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks with ease.
Overall, the Intel Xeon E5-2609 processor is a solid choice for server applications, offering reliable performance, power efficiency, and the ability to handle a variety of workloads. Whether it's for data center use, virtualization, or other server applications, this processor is a strong contender for those in need of high-performance computing.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
March 2012
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 E5-2609
Code Name
Sandy Bridge-EP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E5 (Sandy Bridge-EP)
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).
4
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.4 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
10MB shared
Multiplier
24.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
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 2011
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.
32 nm
TDP
80 W
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.
3
Transistor Count
1.27 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.
4
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
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
408
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
2102
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
473
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
2443
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1020
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
5443
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core