Intel Xeon Gold 6230R Processor

26 Cores • 52 Threads • 2.10 GHz Base • Up to 4.00 GHz Turbo • 35.75 MB Cache

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Overview

The Intel Xeon Gold 6230R is a high-density performance CPU from Cascade Lake Refresh, offering 26 cores, 52 threads, and 35.75 MB of SmartCache. With a base clock of 2.10 GHz and turbo boost up to 4.00 GHz, it’s engineered for dual-socket server platforms, delivering exceptional throughput for virtualization, large-scale databases, AI/ML workloads, and cloud deployments. Launched in Q1 2020, it remains serviced through June 30, 2025.

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Key Specifications

• Architecture: Cascade Lake (14 nm)

• Cores / Threads: 26 / 52

• Base Frequency: 2.10 GHz

• Max Turbo Frequency: 4.00 GHz

• Cache: 35.75 MB L3 SmartCache

• TDP: 150 W

• Socket: FCLGA3647

• Scalability: 2-socket systems

• PCIe Lanes: 48 × PCIe 3.0

• UPI Links: 2

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Memory & I/O Capabilities

• Memory Support: DDR4‑2933 ECC

• Memory Channels: 6

• Max Memory Capacity: 1 TB per socket

• Memory Bandwidth: ~140 GB/s

• Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory: Supported

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Advanced Technologies

• Turbo Boost 2.0

• Hyper-Threading

• AVX‑512 (2 FMA units per core)

• Deep Learning Boost for AI acceleration

• Speed Shift & Resource Director Technology

• Virtualization (VT‑x, VT‑d, EPT)

• AES New Instructions, TSX‑NI

• Volume Management Device (VMD)

• Security & Reliability features: Execute Disable, Trusted Execution, Run Sure, Mode-Based Execute Control

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Compatibility & System Support

Supported Platforms:

• Dual‑socket server/workstation motherboards with FCLGA3647 socket and Intel C620-series chipsets

• OEM systems confirmed: Dell PowerEdge R740/R940, HPE ProLiant DL380/ML350 Gen10, Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650, Supermicro LGA3647 platforms

BIOS & Firmware Requirements:

• Requires BIOS support for Cascade Lake Refresh line

• Not compatible with first-gen Xeon scalable BIOS unless updated

Not Compatible With:

• Consumer desktops or gaming motherboards

• Systems lacking updated BIOS for Xeon Gold Refresh CPUs

• Single-socket boards without support for Xeon Gold 6230R

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Recommended Deployment Hardware

Component	Requirement
Motherboard	Dual-socket LGA3647 board with C620 chipset, Cascade Lake BIOS
Cooling	Server-grade cooling for 150 W TDP
Power Supply	Minimum 800 W PSU for dual-CPU and expansion loads
Memory	DDR4‑2933 ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM, 6‑ or 12‑channel configurations
Chassis	High‑airflow rack or tower server chassis
PCIe Expansion	Up to 48 PCIe 3.0 lanes per CPU for NVMe, GPU, NICs