Description
Ideal for Multi-Tasking and High-Performance Applications
The BX80660E52603V4 Intel Xeon 6-Core 1.7GHz 15MB L3 Cache 6.4gt/S QPI FCLGA2011 85W 14NM Processor is a powerful and efficient processor that is ideal for multi-tasking and high-performance applications.
The processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, making it well-suited for running multiple applications simultaneously. The 15MB of L3 cache helps to improve the performance and speed of the processor, and the QPI (Quick Path Interconnect) speed of 6.4gt/s allows for faster data transfer between the processor and the rest of the system.
The processor’s clock speed of 1.7GHz is relatively low, but it still delivers good performance, It’s more suitable for servers, workstations, and high-performance computing tasks that require a high number of cores and threads, but don’t necessarily require a high clock speed.
With a TDP of 85W, this processor is energy-efficient and requires less power to operate, which can help to reduce the overall power consumption of the system. Additionally, the 14nm manufacturing process used in the processor helps to improve its performance and energy efficiency.
Enhanced Virtualization Capabilities
The BX80660E52603V4 Intel Xeon 6-Core 1.7GHz 15MB L3 Cache 6.4gt/s QPI FCLGA2011 85W 14NM Processor is designed to deliver enhanced virtualization capabilities to help organizations improve their data center performance and efficiency.
This processor is equipped with Intel’s Virtualization Technology (VT-x), which allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical server. This allows for more efficient use of resources and improved flexibility in terms of server deployment. Additionally, this processor also supports Intel’s Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq), which offloads virtual machine (VM) network traffic to the processor, reducing the load on the host system’s network interface.
Another feature that makes this processor suitable for virtualization is its high core count, with 6 cores and 12 threads, it can handle multiple virtual machines running at the same time, providing smooth multitasking and better performance. The 15MB of L3 cache also helps to improve performance by reducing the time it takes for the processor to access data.
The processor also has the Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) instruction set, which helps to speed up data-intensive workloads such as image and video processing.
Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX)
Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) is a set of instructions that allow processors to perform complex mathematical operations more efficiently. These instructions are designed to improve the performance of applications that perform heavy floating-point calculations, such as scientific simulations, video rendering, and image processing.
The BX80660E52603V4 Intel Xeon 6-Core 1.7GHz 15MB L3 Cache 6.4gt/S QPI FCLGA2011 85W 14NM Processor supports AVX instructions. This means that it can take advantage of the performance improvements offered by AVX-enabled applications and software.
AVX instructions are designed to work with the floating-point units (FPUs) of the processor, which are specialized units that handle floating-point calculations. The BX80660E52603V4 Intel Xeon 6-Core 1.7GHz 15MB L3 Cache 6.4gt/S QPI FCLGA2011 85W 14NM Processor has a FPU that can handle AVX instructions, allowing it to perform floating-point calculations more efficiently.
It’s important to note that not all software is AVX-enabled, some software may not take advantage of the AVX instructions even if the processor supports them. And sometimes, AVX-enabled software may not run on older systems that do not support AVX.
General Information about this Intel BX80660E52603V4
- Manufacturer: Intel
- Manufacturer part number: BX80660E52603V4
- Type: Processor
- Sub-Type: Intel Xeon 6 Core
Technical Information
- Processor core : 6-core
- Clock speed : 1.7GHz
- Quick path interconnect(QPI) speed : 6.4gt/s
- No of QPI links: 2
- Instruction set : 64-bit
Cache Memory Detail
- L3 cache : 15MB
- Lithography : 14NM
- Max thermal design power (TDP) : 85W
- Compatible processor socket : FCLGA-2011