Intel Xeon 6980P

The Intel Xeon 6980P is a 128-core (256-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q3 2024. It is part of Intel's Xeon 6 lineup, which is based on the Granite Rapids-AP microarchitecture. The 6980P is compatible with Intel Socket 7529 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 5 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Xeon 6980P supports DDR5 memory and features a twelve-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 12 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Xeon 6980P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 112 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 504 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Xeon 6980P features 128 total cores which can process 256 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Xeon 6980P does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.