Intel Xeon E5-2698B v3

Intel Xeon E5-2698B v3

About processor

The Intel Xeon E5-2698B v3 processor is a powerhouse designed for server use. With 16 cores and 32 threads, this processor is capable of handling the most demanding tasks with ease. The base frequency of 2 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.4 GHz ensure excellent performance across a wide range of applications. The large 40MB L3 cache further enhances the processor's capabilities, allowing for faster data access and processing. With a TDP of 135W, the E5-2698B v3 strikes a good balance between power consumption and performance, making it an efficient choice for server deployments. In terms of benchmarks, the processor performs admirably, with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 959 and a Multi Core score of 6975, showcasing its prowess in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. Overall, the Intel Xeon E5-2698B v3 is a top-of-the-line processor that offers exceptional performance and reliability for server applications. Whether it's for data center operations, virtualization, or high-performance computing, this processor delivers the power and efficiency needed to handle modern workloads.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
January 2015
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 E5-2698B v3
Code Name
Haswell-EP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E5 (Haswell-EP)

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).
16
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
32
Performance-core Base Frequency
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
40MB shared
Unlocked Multiplier
No
Multiplier
20.0
Bus Frequency
100MHz
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 2011-3
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.
22 nm
TDP
135 W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
88 °C
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
2.6 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.
DDR4-2133
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

Miscellaneous

PCIe Lanes
40

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
959
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
6975
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
808
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
9070
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1638
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
16633

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1067 +11.3%
1010 +5.3%
905 -5.6%
862 -10.1%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
7976 +14.4%
7467 +7.1%
6557 -6%
6209 -11%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
842 +4.2%
825 +2.1%
792 -2%
776 -4%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
10274 +13.3%
9598 +5.8%
8470 -6.6%
8027 -11.5%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1706 +4.2%
1682 +2.7%
1612 -1.6%
1579 -3.6%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
18272 +9.9%
17430 +4.8%
16070 -3.4%
15190 -8.7%