Intel Xeon Gold 6238

Intel Xeon Gold 6238
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon Gold 6238 processor, based on the Cascade Lake architecture, is designed for demanding server environments. Manufactured using the proven 14nm process, it delivers solid and reliable performance. We were surprised by how well this processor handles its tasks even after some time.

Its strengths lie particularly in its ability to efficiently process complex workloads. A generous L3 cache of 30 MB contributes significantly to fast data access. The maximum memory bandwidth of 141 GB/s is beneficial for many data-intensive applications. This enables smooth operation, even under high load.

The Intel Xeon Gold 6238 also supports PCIe 3.0, which provides flexible expansion options for various components. It has established itself as a stable choice for professional environments. For applications that require constant performance and high reliability, it is often still a compelling option.

This processor remains a valuable component in systems designed for longevity.
  • Cascade Lake Architecture
  • Large L3 Cache (30 MB)
  • Robust Memory Bandwidth (141 GB/s)
  • High Reliability

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-10300T
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
1,080
Intel Core i7-9700T
8C / 8T · 4.30 GHz
1,077
Intel Xeon Gold 6238
22C / 44T · 3.70 GHz
1,076
Intel Core i7-4790K
4C / 8T · 4.40 GHz
1,073
Intel Xeon E3-1505M v6
4C / 8T · 4.00 GHz
1,072
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Xeon Gold 5220R
24C / 48T · 2.40 GHz
15,684
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
16C / 32T · 4.00 GHz
15,679
Intel Xeon Gold 6238
22C / 44T · 2.60 GHz
15,622
Intel Core i9-12900T
16C / 24T · 3.40 GHz
15,450
Intel Xeon Gold 6138
20C / 40T · 2.80 GHz
15,439

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon Gold (163)
CPU groupIntel Xeon Gold 5200/6200 (55)
ArchitectureCascade Lake
Technology14 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 3647
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads22 / 44
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 22x
Frequency: 2.10 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.70 GHz
Turbo Frequency (22 Cores): 2.60 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache30.25 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR4-2933
140.7 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory1024 GB
Memory channels6
ECC
PCIe3.0 x 48
PCIe Bandwidth47.3 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP140 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
Release dateQ2/2019
Release price2615 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon Gold 6238
Intel Xeon Gold 6238
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