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Overview

The Xeon D-2795NT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2579. Thermal design power (TDP): 110 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 28,463 points. Launch price was $800.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon D-2795NT across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2795NT specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon D-2795NT is a 20-core / 40-thread processor, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.1 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 30 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 28,463, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 1,962, while multi-core reaches 11,898. Cinebench R23 multi-core (measuring sustained rendering workload performance) scores 15,000.

Specification	Xeon D-2795NT
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	20C / 40T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.1 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	30 MB
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	28,463
Cinebench R23 MultiSustained multi-core rendering performance	15,000
Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming	1,962
Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance	11,898

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon D-2795NT fits into the FCBGA2579 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 32 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4 memory at speeds up to DDR4-2933 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 1024 GB across 4 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers.

Specification	Xeon D-2795NT
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA2579
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	32
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR4-2933
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	1024 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	4
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	Yes
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	SoC platform

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Advanced Features

The Xeon D-2795NT is primarily designed for Networking / Edge Computing / SoC. It supports AVX-512 instructions — specialized SIMD operations that significantly accelerate AI inference, scientific computing, and video encoding workloads. Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads). Its primary market competitor is the EPYC 7302.

Specification	Xeon D-2795NT
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Networking / Edge Computing / SoC
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	✅ Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	VT-x, VT-d
Direct CompetitorMarket equivalent from rival manufacturer	EPYC 7302

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon D-2795NT has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 110 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: Passive / Active Server Cooling.

Specification	Xeon D-2795NT
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	110 Watt
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	No
Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution	Passive / Active Server Cooling

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #469 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon D-2795NT
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#469
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel