Xeon Phi 7210
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Xeon Phi 7210

Intel

PassMark

7,306

MSRP

$1881

AVG Price

$150

2015-01-01
215 Watt
Knights Landing (2016)

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Overview

The Xeon Phi 7210 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture. It features 64 cores and 256 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 215 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,306 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon Phi 7210 is positioned at rank #999 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Phi 7210

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53563%
#6
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#538
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97%
#539
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95%
#540
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#999
Xeon Phi 7210
MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150
100%
#1000
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100%
#1001
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#1004
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#1007
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94%
#1008
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88%
#1009
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87%
#1010
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#1011
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84%
#1013
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80%
#1014
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MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40
74%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Phi 7210 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Xeon Phi 7210 is a 64-core / 256-thread processor based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.5 GHz from a base frequency of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 32 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 7,306, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationXeon Phi 7210
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units64C / 256T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost1.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designKnights Landing (2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores0 kB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache32 kB (per core)
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities8,000 million
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score7,306
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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Phi 7210 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

SpecificationXeon Phi 7210
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorserver
SocketMotherboard socket requiredLGA3647
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Phi 7210 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 215 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationXeon Phi 7210
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload215 Watt
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $150 (MSRP: $1881), the Xeon Phi 7210 delivers 49 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #999 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1536 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationXeon Phi 7210
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$1881
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$150
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking#999
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#1536
Release DateLaunch date2015-01-01
Release Year2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)Intel

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