Xeon D-2796TE
Intel
PassMark
26,342
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon D-2796TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2579. Thermal design power (TDP): 118 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 26,342 points. Launch price was $2,101.
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FPS Benchmarks
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League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2796TE specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-2796TE is a 20-core / 40-thread processor based on the Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) architecture, 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 (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 26,342, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon D-2796TE |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 26,342 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-2796TE fits into the FCBGA2579 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon D-2796TE |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FCBGA2579 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon D-2796TE has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 118 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon D-2796TE |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 118 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #534 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon D-2796TE |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $2,101 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #534 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 24 February 2022 (3 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2022 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
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