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Overview

The Xeon Gold 6256 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 25,334 points. Launch price was $800.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 6256 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6256 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6256 is a 12-core / 24-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 33 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 25,334, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6256
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	12C / 24T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	33 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	64 °C
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	25,334

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6256 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2933 memory.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6256
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA3647
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2933

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Gold 6256 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 205 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6256
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	205 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	64 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #561 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6256
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#561
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2020
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	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

5 specs

Type	server
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$800
Release Date	2015-01-01
Performance Ranking Position	561

Technical Specifications

9 specs

Cores	12
Threads	24
L3 Cache	33 MB
Max Frequency	4.5 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Base Frequency	3.6 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	64 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+