Xeon D-2146NT
Intel
PassMark
11,736
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon D-2146NT 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 2.3 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): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,736 points. Launch price was $641.
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FPS Benchmarks
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Counter-Strike 2
Delta Force
Fortnite
Genshin Impact
League of Legends
Marvel Rivals
Path of Exile 2
Rust
Throne and Liberty
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2146NT specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-2146NT 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 2.3 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 11,736, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon D-2146NT |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.3 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 | 11,736 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-2146NT fits into the FCBGA2518 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon D-2146NT |
|---|---|
| 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-2146NT has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 80 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon D-2146NT |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 80 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1201 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon D-2146NT |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $641 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1201 |
| 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 | $641 |
| Release Date | 7 February 2018 (7 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1201 |
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 | 23 |
| Max Frequency | 3 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.3 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FCBGA2518 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 80 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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