Description
Introduction to the Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 Processor
Processor Architecture and Core Configuration
The Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 is based on the Skylake-SP architecture, which is known for its high performance and scalability. The processor features 28 cores and 56 threads, making it one of the most powerful Intel Xeon processors available. The cores are organized into two physical processors (or “sockets”), each with 14 cores, allowing for a maximum of 56 processing threads.
Each core is capable of executing multiple instructions in parallel, thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology. This technology enables the processor to divide each core into two logical processors, effectively doubling the number of threads that can be processed simultaneously. As a result, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 can handle multiple tasks efficiently, making it ideal for multi-threaded applications, such as data analytics and scientific simulations.
In addition to the high core count and Hyper-Threading technology, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 also includes a large 38.5MB L3 cache, which is shared among all cores. This allows the processor to store frequently used data and instructions close to the processing cores, improving performance and reducing the latency associated with accessing system memory.
Cache Memory and Memory Bandwidth
The Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 includes a large 38.5MB L3 cache, which is shared among all cores. This cache is used to store frequently used data and instructions, allowing the processor to access this information quickly and efficiently. The L3 cache helps to reduce latency and improve performance by keeping frequently used data close to the processing cores.
In addition to the L3 cache, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8176 also supports high-speed memory, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 768 GB/s. This allows the processor to transfer large amounts of data to and from memory quickly and efficiently, enabling it to handle demanding workloads, such as big data analytics and scientific simulations.
The processor supports DDR4 memory, which is the latest standard in memory technology. DDR4 memory offers higher speeds and greater reliability compared to earlier DDR generations. It also provides improved power efficiency, reducing the power consumption and heat generated by the memory subsystem.
General Information
- Brand Name: Intel
- Product Line: Xeon
- Product Series: Platinum
- Product Model: 8176
- Product Name: Xeon Platinum Octacosa-core 8176 2.10GHz Server Processor
Technical Information
- Processor Core: 28 Core
- Clock Speed: 2.10 GHz
- Over clocking Speed: 3.80 GHz
- L2 Cache: 28 MB
- L3 Cache: 38.50 MB
- 64-bit Processing: Yes
- Process Technology: 14 NM
- Processor Socket: Socket 3647
- Thermal Design Power: 165 W.
