| Product Collection | Xeon Platinum 8270 |
|---|---|
| Total Cores | 26 |
| Total Threads | 52 |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 4.00 GHz |
| Processor Base Frequency | 2.40 GHz |
| Cache | 35.75 MB |
| Bus Speed | 10.4 GT/s UPI |
| Max Memory Size | 1 TB |
| Memory Types | DDR4-2933 |
| Max # of Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 140.8 GB/s |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 205 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 | 205 W |
| Min Thermal Design Power | 205 W |
| Scalability | 2S |
| Platinum Series Features | Advanced Reliability, Security & Manageability Features |
| Recommended Use | High-Performance Computing (HPC), High-Density Virtualization, Big Data Analytics, AI/ML Workloads |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 pairs 26 cores / 52 threads with a 2.40 GHz base clock that boosts to 4.00 GHz on demand and 35.75 MB of on-die cache, making it a drop-in candidate for consolidated multi-tenant platforms. Its FCLGA3647 socket means it slots into existing platforms without board redesign. Positioned as the top tier of Intel's Scalable lineup, built for maximum throughput and platform reliability, it is built for sustained multi-user workloads.
1. 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.
2. 2.40 GHz base / 4.00 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.
3. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270: support for DDR4-2933, up to 1 TB of RAM, 6 memory channels, 140.8 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. 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.
5. 35.75 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.
If your roadmap includes consolidated multi-tenant platforms, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 26-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, the 4.00 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 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 memory does it require?
A: The platform supports DDR4-2933. Use ECC registered memory (RDIMM/LRDIMM) — desktop UDIMMs are not compatible with Xeon sockets. Faster modules will downclock to the processor's rated speed.
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: What workloads suit 26-core processors best?
A: With 26 cores / 52 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.