Intel Xeon Gold 6230 Processor

20 Cores • 40 Threads • 2.10 GHz Base • Up to 3.90 GHz Turbo • 27.5 MB Cache

Overview

The Intel Xeon Gold 6230 is a second-generation Xeon Scalable processor based on the Cascade Lake architecture. Featuring 20 cores, 40 threads, and 27.5 MB of SmartCache, it delivers excellent performance for data centers, enterprise virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing workloads. With a base frequency of 2.10 GHz and turbo boost up to 3.90 GHz, it balances core density with strong single-threaded performance.

Key Specifications

• Architecture: Cascade Lake (14nm)

• Cores / Threads: 20 / 40

• Base Frequency: 2.10 GHz

• Max Turbo Frequency: 3.90 GHz

• Cache: 27.5 MB SmartCache

• TDP: 125 W

• Socket: FCLGA3647

• Scalability: Supports up to 4-socket configurations

• PCIe Lanes: 48 (PCIe 3.0)

• UPI Links: 3

Memory & I/O

• Memory Support: DDR4-2933, ECC capable

• Memory Channels: 6

• Max Memory Size: Up to 1 TB per CPU

• Memory Bandwidth: Approx. 140 GB/s

• Persistent Memory Support: Compatible with Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory

Advanced Technologies

• Turbo Boost Technology 2.0

• Hyper-Threading Technology

• Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)

• AVX-512 with 2 FMA units per core

• Speed Shift Technology

• Resource Director Technology

• Virtualization Technologies (VT-x, VT-d)

• AES New Instructions

• Execute Disable Bit

• Intel Trusted Execution and Run Sure Technologies

Compatibility & System Support

Compatible Systems and Manufacturers:

• Dell PowerEdge R740, R940

• HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10, ML350 Gen10

• Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650

• Supermicro X11DPi, X11SPA series and other LGA3647 platforms

• General compatibility with dual- and quad-socket server motherboards using Intel C620-series chipsets

BIOS & Firmware Requirements:

• Requires motherboard BIOS support for Cascade Lake (2nd Gen Xeon Scalable)

• Not compatible with LGA3647 systems designed only for Skylake (1st Gen Xeon Scalable) unless updated

Not Compatible With:

• Consumer desktops and gaming motherboards

• LGA3647 systems without updated BIOS support for Cascade Lake processors

• Single-socket boards designed exclusively for Xeon Silver or lower-end Gold SKUs

Equipment Requirements