| Product Collection | Intel Xeon Bronze |
|---|---|
| Processor Number | 3204 |
| Total Cores | 6 |
| Total Threads | 6 |
| Max Turbo Frequency | No Turbo |
| Processor Base Frequency | 1.90 GHz |
| Cache | 8.25 MB |
| Bus Speed | 9.6 GT/s UPI |
| Number of UPI Links | 0 |
| UPI Speed | N/A |
| Max Memory Size | 1 TB |
| Memory Types | DDR4-2133 |
| Max Memory Channels | 6 |
| ECC Memory Supported | Yes |
| PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
| Thermal Solution Specification | PCG 2019A |
| Max TDP | 85 W |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Set Extensions | Intel SSE4.2, Intel AVX, Intel AVX2, Intel AVX-512 |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 2 |
| Launch Date | Q2'19 |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Hyper-Threading Technology | No |
| Intel Turbo Boost Technology | No |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 pairs 6 cores / 6 threads with a 1.90 GHz base clock and 8.25 MB of on-die cache, making it a drop-in candidate for low-traffic internal tools. Its FCLGA3647 socket means it slots into existing platforms without board redesign. Positioned as an entry tier engineered for light, steady-state workloads, it is built for sustained multi-user workloads.
1. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon Bronze 3204: support for DDR4-2133, up to 1 TB of RAM. This is the headroom in-memory databases and dense VM farms need — capacity for growth, bandwidth for the data streams in between.
2. FCLGA3647 platform compatibility: matching sockets across your fleet simplifies spares management — one processor SKU covers many chassis generations, and upgrades become a socket swap rather than a board replacement. That matters at 3 a.m. when a node needs to be back in service before morning.
3. 8.25 MB of shared cache: a large last-level cache keeps hot working sets on-die, cutting memory round-trips for databases and compilers. Fewer main-memory accesses translate directly into lower average latency and better tail performance under load — often the difference you feel before any benchmark confirms it.
4. 6 cores / 6 threads: hardware multi-threading lets each physical core run two instruction streams, so concurrent workloads — low-traffic internal tools — share the die without context-switch overhead. When you size licenses or plan VM placement, thread count is the number the scheduler actually sees.
5. Platform positioning: the Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 belongs to an entry tier engineered for light, steady-state workloads, which sets expectations for what it should and should not run. Match the tier to the workload — over-provisioning wastes budget, under-provisioning burns weekends.
For teams running low-traffic internal tools, the Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 6-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, 1 TB of addressable memory gives the platform room to grow. Every unit passes functional testing before shipment, and our bulk-pricing desk keeps multi-socket refresh projects inside budget.
Q: What is the thermal design power?
A: The TDP is listed in the specifications table. It stays within standard server cooling envelopes for the platform generation.
Q: Is it new or refurbished? What warranty applies?
A: We offer both new and tested refurbished units — the condition is shown on each listing. All processors include a one-year warranty and pass functional testing (boot, memory controller, all cores) before dispatch.
Q: Can I mix this processor with different models in the same server?
A: In multi-socket servers, matched processors (same model, same stepping) are strongly recommended. Mixed models can cause boot failures or instability because memory controllers and QPI/UPI links negotiate to the lowest common configuration.
Q: Do you offer bulk pricing for fleet upgrades?
A: Yes. Multi-socket refresh projects and fleet orders get consolidated pricing — request a quote through the form on this page with your target quantity, and our team responds with an offer typically within one business day.
Q: Is the Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 compatible with my server?
A: The Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 uses the FCLGA3647 socket. Check your motherboard's qualified processor list — any chassis with that socket and matching BIOS support will run it. Our team can confirm compatibility if you share your server model.