Description
Introduction to the SR37Q Intel Xeon 28-Core Platinum 8173M Processor
The SR37Q Intel Xeon 28-Core Platinum 8173M Processor is a high-performance computing chip designed for server applications. It was first introduced in Q2 2018 and is built using Intel’s 14nm manufacturing process. With a base clock speed of 2.0GHz and 28 physical cores, it offers powerful processing capabilities for a variety of workloads, including data analytics, machine learning, and high-performance computing. The processor features a large 38.5MB L3 cache memory, which provides fast access to frequently used data, and supports Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to execute up to 56 threads simultaneously. The SR37Q is compatible with the Socket FCLGA3647 and supports DDR4 memory with ECC. It has a thermal design power (TDP) of 165W and includes a range of advanced security and virtualization features to enhance data protection and workload management.
Specifications of the SR37Q Processor
The SR37Q processor is an Intel Xeon Platinum 8173M CPU with the following specifications:
- Architecture: Skylake-SP
- Number of cores: 28
- Number of threads: 56
- Base clock speed: 2.0 GHz
- Max Turbo Frequency: 3.7 GHz
- Socket type: FCLGA3647
- Manufacturing process: 14nm
- Thermal Design Power (TDP): 165 watts
- L3 Cache size: 38.5 MB
- Memory types supported: DDR4-2400
- Memory channels: 6
- Instruction set extensions: Intel AVX-512, AES-NI, Secure Key, and more
- Virtualization Technology support: Yes
- Security features: Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), Trusted Execution Technology (TXT), and more.
- Operating system support: Windows, Linux, and more.
Note that these specifications are subject to change depending on the specific configuration of the processor.
Performance Benchmarks and Ratings
The performance benchmarks and ratings of the SR37Q Intel Xeon Platinum 8173M processor can vary depending on the specific configuration and the workload being tested. However, some common performance metrics for this processor include:
- PassMark CPU Mark: 47,614 points
- Geekbench 5 (Single-Core): 1,131 points
- Geekbench 5 (Multi-Core): 17,804 points
- Cinebench R23 (Single-Core): 1,191 points
- Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core): 77,452 points
- SPECint Rate 2006: 1,210 points
- SPECfp Rate 2006: 992 points
These benchmarks suggest that the SR37Q processor is a high-performance CPU suitable for demanding workloads such as data center and cloud computing, scientific simulations, and large-scale data processing. However, actual performance can vary depending on the specific system configuration and workload.
General Information
- Product Type : Server Processor
- Product Manufacturer : Intel Corporation
- Product Model : Platinum 8173M
Technical Information
- Processor Core : 28-Core
- Clock Speed : 2.0GHz
- Max Turbo Frequency : 2.70GHz
- Ultrapath Interconnect(UPI) Speed : 10.4GT/S
- No. Of UPI Links : 3
- Instruction Set : 64-Bit
- L3 Cache : 38.5MB
- Lithography : 14NM
- Max Thermal Design Power (TDP) : 165W
- Compatible Processor Socket : FCLGA3647.





