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Overview

The Xeon D-1587 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 13,630 points. Launch price was $1,443.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1587

#516

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

111%

#517

EPYC 7773X

MSRP: $8800|Avg: $8800

110%

#518

Xeon E5603

MSRP: $188|Avg: N/A

109%

#519

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

109%

#520

Opteron 3380

MSRP: $229|Avg: $427

108%

#521

Xeon 6780E

MSRP: $11350|Avg: $8513

108%

#522

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

107%

#523

Xeon Platinum 8360Y

MSRP: $5383|Avg: N/A

106%

#524

Xeon Platinum 8352M

MSRP: $4471|Avg: $4471

105%

#525

Xeon Platinum 8362

MSRP: $6236|Avg: $5740

105%

#526

Xeon W-3375

MSRP: $4951|Avg: $6000

104%

#527

Xeon Platinum 8570

MSRP: $9595|Avg: $9595

103%

#528

Xeon Platinum 8470

MSRP: $9359|Avg: $9359

102%

#529

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

101%

#530

Xeon E5-2450

MSRP: $694|Avg: $795

100%

#531

Xeon D-1587

MSRP: $1652|Avg: $1443

100%

#532

Opteron 6386 SE

MSRP: $1392|Avg: $880

100%

#533

EPYC 9754

MSRP: $11900|Avg: $10631

98%

#534

Xeon W-3275M

MSRP: $4449|Avg: $4449

96%

#535

Xeon E3-1271 v3

MSRP: $727|Avg: $831

96%

#536

Xeon E5-2650L v3

MSRP: $1329|Avg: N/A

94%

#537

Xeon W-3265

MSRP: $3684|Avg: $3400

94%

#538

Opteron 6282 SE

MSRP: $1019|Avg: $770

88%

#539

EPYC 9684X

MSRP: $14756|Avg: $14756

88%

#540

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

87%

#541

Xeon E5-4640 v4

MSRP: $2837|Avg: N/A

84%

#542

Opteron 6376

MSRP: $703|Avg: N/A

84%

#543

Xeon E7-8867 v3

MSRP: $4672|Avg: $4672

84%

#544

Xeon E5649

MSRP: $774|Avg: N/A

77%

#545

Xeon Platinum 8592+

MSRP: $11600|Avg: $11600

77%

#546

Xeon Platinum 8562Y+

MSRP: $5945|Avg: $7000

76%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon D-1587 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-1587 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon D-1587 is a 16-core / 32-thread processor based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.3 GHz from a base frequency of 1.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 1.5 MB (per core) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 13,630, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon D-1587
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	16C / 32T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.7 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	1.5 MB (per core)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	306.18 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	3,200 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	13,630

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon D-1587 fits into the FCBGA1667 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4, DDR3 memory.

Specification	Xeon D-1587
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon D
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1667
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon D-1587 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon D-1587
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $1,443 (MSRP: $1652), the Xeon D-1587 delivers 9 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1094 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon D-1587
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$1652
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$1443
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$1,443
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1094
Release DateLaunch date	24 February 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	server
Series	Intel Xeon D
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$1,443
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	24 February 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	1094

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	16
Threads	32
Bus Type	DMI 2.0
Die Size	306.18 mm2
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)
L3 Cache	1.5 MB (per core)
Multiplier	17
Max Frequency	2.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz
Transistor Count	3,200 million
Process Technology	14 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	80 °C