Xeon Gold 5515+
Intel
PassMark
26,359
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Gold 5515+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 22.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 26,359 points. Launch price was $1,099.
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FPS Benchmarks
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League of Legends
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 5515+ specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 5515+ is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.1 GHz from a base frequency of 3.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 22.5 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 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 26,359, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Recent generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5515+ |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.1 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 22.5 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 2 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 2x 763 mm2 |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 26,359 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 5515+ fits into the LGA4677 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5515+ |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA4677 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 2 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Gold 5515+ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 165 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5515+ |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 165 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #532 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5515+ |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $1,099 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #532 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 14 December 2023 (1 year ago) |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
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