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| Product Collection | Xeon Bronze |
|---|---|
| Processor Number | Xeon Bronze 3206R |
| Total Cores | 8 |
| Total Threads | 8 |
| Processor Base Frequency | 1.90 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | Not Supported |
| Cache | 11.00 MB |
| UPI Speed | 9.6 GT/s |
| Number of UPI Links | 2 |
| Max Memory Size | 1 TB |
| Memory Types | DDR4-2133 |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 119.21 GB/s |
| PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
| Thermal Design Power | 85 W |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 |
| Hyper-Threading Technology | No |
| Virtualization Technology | Yes |
| Turbo Boost Technology | Not Supported |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| AVX-512 | No |
| Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Launch Date | Q1 2020 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 1 |
| Tcase | 77°C |
| Memory Protection | Yes |
| Target Market | Entry-Level Servers |
| Application | File Storage & Light Applications |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake |
| Memory Speed | DDR4-2133 |
| Instruction Set Extensions | SSE4.2, AVX2 |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon Bronze 3206R pairs 8 cores / 8 threads with a 1.90 GHz base clock that boosts to Not Supported on demand and 11.00 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. 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.
2. 8 cores / 8 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.
3. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon Bronze 3206R: support for DDR4-2133, up to 1 TB of RAM, 119.21 GB/s of peak bandwidth. This is the headroom in-memory databases and dense VM farms need — capacity for growth, bandwidth for the data streams in between.
4. 1.90 GHz base / Not Supported turbo: the frequency governor drops light threads onto boosted cores, so single-threaded paths (license checks, stored procedures, log processing) finish fast while background jobs keep the remaining cores saturated. The result is responsive interactive performance without sacrificing aggregate throughput.
5. 11.00 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.
When you spec out low-traffic internal tools, the Intel Xeon Bronze 3206R turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 8-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, the Not Supported turbo headroom keeps interactive paths responsive, and 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: 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: What workloads suit 8-core processors best?
A: With 8 cores / 8 threads, this processor is sized for multi-threaded server workloads: virtualization hosts, database servers, and application consolidation. Single-threaded-light environments (file servers, internal tools) will leave headroom unused.
Q: Is the Intel Xeon Bronze 3206R compatible with my server?
A: The Intel Xeon Bronze 3206R 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.
Q: Does this CPU include a cooler?
A: Server processors are typically installed with chassis-specific heat sinks, so none is included. Match the heat sink to your server model for correct airflow direction — our team can advise on the right part.
