Xeon D-2143IT
Intel
PassMark
12,116
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon D-2143IT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2518. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,116 points. Launch price was $566.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon D-2143IT across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
Destiny 2
Dota 2
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Minecraft
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2143IT specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-2143IT is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 11 MB of L3 cache, plus 8 MB of L2 cache and 512 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 12,116, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon D-2143IT |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 11 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 8 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 512 kB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 12,116 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-2143IT fits into the FCBGA2518 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon D-2143IT |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Xeon D |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FCBGA2518 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon D-2143IT 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-2143IT |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 65 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1187 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon D-2143IT |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $566 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1187 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 7 February 2018 (7 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2018 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | server |
| Series | Intel Xeon D |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $566 |
| Release Date | 7 February 2018 (7 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1187 |
Technical Specifications
13 specs
Technical Specifications
13 specs
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 16 |
| Bus Type | DMI 3.0 |
| L1 Cache | 512 kB |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB |
| L3 Cache | 11 MB |
| Bus Speed | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| Multiplier | 22 |
| Max Frequency | 3 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FCBGA2518 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 65 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | 4 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 85.33 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 512 GB |
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