| Product Collection | Xeon Gold 6222V |
|---|---|
| Total Cores | 20 |
| Total Threads | 40 |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.60 GHz |
| Processor Base Frequency | 1.80 GHz |
| Cache | 27.5 MB |
| Bus Speed | 10.4 GT/s UPI |
| Max Memory Size | 1 TB |
| Memory Types | DDR4-2400 |
| Max # of Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 115.2 GB/s |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 115 W |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 |
| Chipset Support | Intel C62x Series |
| Instruction Set Extensions | Intel SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 2 |
| Operating System Support | Windows Server, Linux, VMware |
| Virtualization Technology | Intel VT-x, Intel VT-d, Intel EPT |
| Status | Launched |
| Launch Date | Q2'19 |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Max Thermal Design Power | 115 W |
| Min Thermal Design Power | 115 W |
| Scalability | 2S |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon Gold 6222V pairs 20 cores / 40 threads with a 1.80 GHz base clock that boosts to 3.60 GHz on demand and 27.5 MB of on-die cache, making it a drop-in candidate for relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and ERP systems. Its FCLGA3647 socket means it slots into existing platforms without board redesign. Positioned as the workhorse tier of the Scalable family, balancing per-core speed and core density, it is built for sustained multi-user workloads.
1. 1.80 GHz base / 3.60 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.
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. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon Gold 6222V: support for DDR4-2400, up to 1 TB of RAM, 6 memory channels, 115.2 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. 20 cores / 40 threads: hardware multi-threading lets each physical core run two instruction streams, so concurrent workloads — relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and ERP systems — 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. Scalability to 2-socket systems: in multi-socket servers the processors share memory over a coherent interconnect (10.4 GT/s UPI), letting a single OS instance use all cores and all RAM — the classic architecture for large relational databases and consolidation hosts.
For teams running relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and ERP systems, the Intel Xeon Gold 6222V turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 20-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, the 3.60 GHz 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 workloads suit 20-core processors best?
A: With 20 cores / 40 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: 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: 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.
Q: What memory does it require?
A: The platform supports DDR4-2400. Use ECC registered memory (RDIMM/LRDIMM) — desktop UDIMMs are not compatible with Xeon sockets. Faster modules will downclock to the processor's rated speed.