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| Product Collection | Xeon Silver |
|---|---|
| Processor Number | Xeon Silver 4116T |
| Total Cores | 12 |
| Total Threads | 24 |
| Processor Base Frequency | 2.10 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.00 GHz |
| Cache | 16.50 MB |
| UPI Speed | 9.6 GT/s |
| Number of UPI Links | 2 |
| Max Memory Size | 768 GB |
| Memory Types | DDR4-2400 |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 115.2 GB/s |
| PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
| Thermal Design Power | 85 W |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 |
| Hyper-Threading Technology | Yes |
| Virtualization Technology | Yes |
| Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| AVX-512 | No |
| Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Launch Date | Q3 2017 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 2 |
| Tcase | 77°C |
| Energy Efficiency | High Efficiency |
| Energy Efficient | Yes |
| Application | High-Density Servers |
| Version Type | Energy Efficient Version |
| Performance Feature | Power-Optimized |
Engineer's Note: The Intel Xeon Silver 4116T Energy Efficient pairs 12 cores / 24 threads with a 2.10 GHz base clock that boosts to 3.00 GHz on demand and 16.50 MB of on-die cache, making it a drop-in candidate for distributed caching layers. Its FCLGA3647 socket means it slots into existing platforms without board redesign. Positioned as a cost-efficient tier aimed at dense, scale-out workloads, it is built for sustained multi-user workloads.
1. 2.10 GHz base / 3.00 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.
2. 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.
3. Memory platform on the Intel Xeon Silver 4116T Energy Efficient: support for DDR4-2400, up to 768 GB of RAM, 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. 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. 16.50 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.
For teams running distributed caching layers, the Intel Xeon Silver 4116T Energy Efficient turns architectural decisions into predictable outcomes. Its 12-core layout sizes the node for expected concurrency, the 3.00 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: Is the Intel Xeon Silver 4116T Energy Efficient compatible with my server?
A: The Intel Xeon Silver 4116T Energy Efficient 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: What workloads suit 12-core processors best?
A: With 12 cores / 24 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: 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.
