Xeon E-2126G
Intel
PassMark
10,437
MSRP
$2702
AVG Price
$230
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon E-2126G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 July 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,437 points. Launch price was $255.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2126G
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon E-2126G across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Grand Theft Auto V
Hearts of Iron IV
Honkai: Star Rail
League of Legends
Marvel Rivals
Monster Hunter Wilds
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon E-2126G specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E-2126G is a 6-core / 6-thread processor based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 3.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 10,437, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 6C / 6T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.5 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 256 kB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 154 mm2 |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 10,437 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E-2126G fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.
| Specification | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Xeon E |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA1151 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2666 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon E-2126G 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 E-2126G |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 80 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $230 (MSRP: $2702), the Xeon E-2126G delivers 45 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1269 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E-2126G |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $2702 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $230 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $255 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1269 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 12 July 2018 (7 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2018 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | 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
8 specs
General Information
8 specs
| Type | server |
| Series | Intel Xeon E |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $255 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 12 July 2018 (7 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1269 |
Technical Specifications
14 specs
Technical Specifications
14 specs
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 6 |
| Bus Type | DMI 3.0 |
| Die Size | 154 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 64 kB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) |
| Bus Speed | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 4.5 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 80 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4-2666 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 42.671 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 128 GB |
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