Intel Xeon Platinum 8168

Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon Platinum 8168, built on the Skylake architecture, was a significant development for data centers and server environments. Manufactured using the then advanced 14 nm process, it offered high reliability and efficiency. A standout feature of this processor is the large Level 3 cache of 33 MB.

This cache significantly speeds up access to frequently used data and optimizes workflows. Also, the impressive memory bandwidth of 128 GB/s was a clear plus for its time. It enables rapid data throughput, especially for data-intensive and complex tasks. In addition, the processor supported PCIe 3.0, allowing for flexible expansions and configurations.

Even today, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8168 remains a solid option. This is especially true for environments that rely on proven technology and stability. It delivers consistent performance in specialized server applications where reliability counts. This processor proved itself over many years in professional environments worldwide.

Its robustness and endurance remain relevant for certain workloads.
  • Large Level 3 Cache (33 MB)
  • High Memory Bandwidth (128 GB/s)
  • Stable Performance for Server Applications
  • PCIe 3.0 Support

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 463 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank ? / ?
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD Ryzen 7 4700S
8C / 16T · 4.00 GHz
1,254
Intel Core i7-6900K
8C / 16T · 3.70 GHz
1,254
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
24C / 48T · 3.70 GHz
1,249
Intel Core i3-6300
2C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
1,247
Intel Xeon E3-1240 v3
4C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
1,247
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

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

Intel Xeon Gold 6238T
22C / 44T · 3.70 GHz
1,027
Intel Xeon Gold 6252
24C / 48T · 3.70 GHz
1,024
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
24C / 48T · 3.70 GHz
1,022
Intel Xeon Gold 6134
8C / 16T · 3.70 GHz
1,021
Intel Xeon D-1735TR
8C / 16T · 3.40 GHz
1,021
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

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

AMD Ryzen 9 7900
12C / 24T · 4.70 GHz
21,140
AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
12C / 24T · 4.70 GHz
21,140
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
24C / 48T · 3.00 GHz
20,528
Intel Xeon Platinum 8276
28C / 56T · 2.20 GHz
20,489
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C / 24T · 5.20 GHz
20,400
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-7500
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
162 cb
Intel Xeon Gold 6154
18C / 36T · 3.70 GHz
162 cb
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
24C / 48T · 3.70 GHz
161 cb
Intel Core i3-6320
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
160 cb
Intel Core i5-10400T
6C / 12T · 3.60 GHz
159 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i9-12900K
16C / 24T · 5.00 GHz
4,111 cb
Intel Core i9-12900KF
16C / 24T · 5.00 GHz
4,111 cb
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
24C / 48T · 3.00 GHz
4,002 cb
Intel Core i9-12900F
16C / 24T · 4.20 GHz
3,911 cb
Intel Core i9-12900
16C / 24T · 4.20 GHz
3,911 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon Platinum (89)
CPU groupIntel Xeon Platinum 8100 (16)
ArchitectureSkylake
Technology14 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 3647
Generation1
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads24 / 48
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 24x
Frequency: 2.70 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.70 GHz
Turbo Frequency (24 Cores): 3.00 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache33.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR4-2666
128.1 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory768 GB
Memory channels6
ECC
PCIe3.0 x 48
PCIe Bandwidth47.3 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP205 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 dateQ3/2017
Release price5900 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
Intel Xeon Platinum 8168
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