Intel Xeon Gold 6438M

Intel Xeon Gold 6438M
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon Gold 6438M, a processor from Intel specifically designed for data centers, is based on the advanced Sapphire Rapids architecture. Manufactured using the 10 nm process, it proves to be an extremely solid choice for demanding server environments. Its remarkable performance makes it suitable for diverse and complex tasks.

Particularly noteworthy is the support for the PCIe 5.0 standard. This enables exceptionally fast data transfer to the latest components. The Intel Xeon Gold 6438M also impresses with a generous 60 MB L3 cache. This is extremely advantageous for data-intensive applications. With a maximum memory bandwidth of 282 GB/s, it ensures rapid processing of large datasets.

We have found that it can handle complex workloads effortlessly. It remains a reliable option for professional infrastructures. This processor continues to deliver the necessary computing power for virtualization and memory-intensive applications. Its robust design and future-proof connectivity are real advantages.

  • Sapphire Rapids Architecture
  • PCIe 5.0 Support
  • Generous 60 MB L3 Cache
  • High Memory Bandwidth of 282 GB/s

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon Gold (163)
CPU groupIntel Xeon Gold 5400/6400 (25)
ArchitectureSapphire Rapids
Technology10 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 4677
Generation4
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads32 / 64
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 32x
Frequency: 2.20 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.90 GHz
Turbo Frequency (32 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache60.00 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
TDP205 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 extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
Release dateQ1/2023
Release price3273 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon Gold 6438M
Intel Xeon Gold 6438M
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