Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480

Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480, a top-tier processor, is based on the Sapphire Rapids architecture. At its launch, it set benchmarks for demanding computing tasks. We see that it is still a very solid choice today. Manufactured in the efficient 10 nm process, it offers a balanced mix of performance and energy consumption.

Particularly noteworthy is its generous Level 3 cache of 113 MB. This supports data-intensive applications and complex simulations in an excellent way. Another strong feature is the support of PCIe 5.0. This modern interface enables fast connections to the latest components. With a high maximum memory bandwidth of 282 GB/s, huge amounts of data can be processed quickly.

The Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480 is a robust solution for professional workstations and servers. It is particularly useful for tasks that require high computing power. These include scientific calculations and large databases. This processor remains a reliable partner in many professional environments.
  • Sapphire Rapids Architecture
  • Support for PCIe 5.0
  • Generous Level 3 Cache
  • High Maximum Memory Bandwidth

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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Multi-core performance
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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon CPU Max (5)
CPU groupIntel Xeon CPU Max 9000 (5)
ArchitectureSapphire Rapids
Technology10 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 4677
Generation3
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads56 / 112
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 56x
Frequency: 1.90 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.50 GHz
Turbo Frequency (56 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache112.50 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR5-4400
DDR5-4800
281.6 GB/s
307.2 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory4096 GB
Memory channels8
ECC
PCIe5.0 x 80
PCIe Bandwidth315.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP350 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designChiplet
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
Release dateQ1/2023
Release price12980 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480
Intel Xeon CPU Max 9480
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