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Overview

The Xeon D-2166NT 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 16.5 MB. L2 cache: 12 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2518. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 15,105 points. Launch price was $1,005.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon D-2166NT across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2166NT specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon D-2166NT is a 12-core / 24-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 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16.5 MB of L3 cache, plus 12 MB of L2 cache and 768 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 15,105, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon D-2166NT
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	12C / 24T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	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	16.5 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	12 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	768 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	15,105

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon D-2166NT fits into the FCBGA2518 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Xeon D-2166NT
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)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon D-2166NT has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 85 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon D-2166NT
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	85 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1006 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon D-2166NT
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$1,005
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1006
Release DateLaunch date	7 February 2018 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2018
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel