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| Model Name | E5-2640 V3 |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Intel |
| Series | E5 |
| Platform | Server |
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 16 |
| TDP | 90 W |
| Base Frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.4 GHz |
| Cache L3 | 20 MB |
| Memory Types | DDR4 1600/1866 |
| Max Memory Size | 768 GB |
| ECC Memory Supported | Yes |
| Sockets Supported | FCLGA2011 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 2 |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3 pairs 8 cores / 16 threads with a 2.6 GHz base clock that boosts to 3.4 GHz on demand, making it a drop-in candidate for secondary compute nodes in hybrid clouds. The 90 W thermal envelope keeps it inside standard server cooling budgets. Positioned as a proven Haswell/Broadwell-era Xeon that still powers thousands of production clusters worldwide, it is built for sustained multi-user workloads.
1. Value in the refurbished market: as a previous-generation part it delivers proven reliability at a fraction of launch pricing, which is why it remains the default choice for dev/test farms, lab clusters, and secondary nodes where cost per core matters more than peak performance.
2. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3: support for DDR4 1600/1866, up to 768 GB of RAM. This is the headroom in-memory databases and dense VM farms need — capacity for growth, bandwidth for the data streams in between.
3. 90 W TDP: the thermal envelope is sized for sustained all-core loads in multi-socket chassis, so the processor holds its rated clocks through long batch windows instead of throttling halfway through. It also keeps per-socket cooling and power costs predictable when you scale out — datacenter capacity planning runs on numbers like these.
4. 2.6 GHz base / 3.4 GHz 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. Scalability to 2-socket systems: in multi-socket servers the processors share memory over a coherent interconnect, letting a single OS instance use all cores and all RAM — the classic architecture for large relational databases and consolidation hosts.
For teams running secondary compute nodes in hybrid clouds, the Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3 turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 8-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, the 3.4 GHz turbo headroom keeps interactive paths responsive, and 768 GB 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: 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: Will 90 W TDP fit my server's cooling budget?
A: 90 W is within the standard envelope for its socket generation, so existing chassis cooling handles it under sustained all-core load. Confirm your server's supported TDP range if you are upgrading from a lower-tier part.
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: Is the Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3 compatible with my server?
A: The Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3 uses the platform-standard socket. Verify your board's supported processor list before purchase. Our team can confirm compatibility if you share your server model.
Q: What workloads suit 8-core processors best?
A: With 8 cores / 16 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.
