Xeon Gold 5220
Intel
PassMark
24,480
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Gold 5220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 18 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2667. Passmark benchmark score: 24,480 points. Launch price was $1,555.
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FPS Benchmarks
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 5220 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 5220 is a 18-core / 36-thread processor based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24.75 MB of L3 cache, plus 18 MB of L2 cache and 1.125 MB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 24,480, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5220 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 18C / 36T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.9 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 24.75 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 18 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 1.125 MB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 4 × 8 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 87 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 24,480 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 5220 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2667 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5220 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Xeon Gold |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA3647 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2667 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 4 (Multiprocessor) |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Gold 5220 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 125 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5220 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 125 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 87 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #595 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5220 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $1,555 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #595 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2 April 2019 (6 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2019 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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