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Overview

The Xeon Gold 6146 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 12 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 22,595 points. Launch price was $3,286.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6146

#21

Xeon Platinum 8260M

MSRP: $7705|Avg: N/A

119%

#22

Xeon Platinum 8268

MSRP: $6302|Avg: N/A

119%

#24

Xeon Gold 6130H

MSRP: $1894|Avg: N/A

115%

#33

Xeon Gold 6146

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6146 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6146 is a 12-core / 24-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 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 24.75 MB of L3 cache, plus 12 MB of L2 cache and 768 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 22,595, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6146
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	12C / 24T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
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	12 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	768 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	76 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	22,595

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6146 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6146
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	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	4 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Gold 6146 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 6146
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	165 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	76 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #659 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6146
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$3,286
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#659
Release DateLaunch date	11 July 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel