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Overview

The Xeon E5-2699A v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 October 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture. It features 22 cores and 44 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 55 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 145 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 26,759 points. Launch price was $4,938.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5-2699A v4 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-2699A v4 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2699A v4 is a 22-core / 44-thread processor based on the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 55 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 26,759, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5-2699A v4
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	22C / 44T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Broadwell-EP (2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	55 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	456.12 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	7,200 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	2 × 9.6 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	26,759

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2699A v4 fits into the LGA2011 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400 memory.

Specification	Xeon E5-2699A v4
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon E5
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA2011
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5-2699A v4 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 145 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5-2699A v4
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	145 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #523 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5-2699A v4
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$4,938
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#523
Release DateLaunch date	25 October 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
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.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	server
Series	Intel Xeon E5
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$4,938
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	25 October 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Broadwell-EP (2016)
Performance Ranking Position	523

Technical Specifications

16 specs

Cores	22
Threads	44
Bus Type	QPI
Die Size	456.12 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	55 MB (total)
Bus Speed	2 × 9.6 GT/s
Multiplier	24
Max Frequency	3.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz
Transistor Count	7,200 million
Process Technology	14 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	70 °C