Xeon Phi 7290
Intel
PassMark
17,839
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Phi 7290 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture. It features 72 cores and 288 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 245 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,839 points. Launch price was $800.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Phi 7290 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Phi 7290 is a 72-core / 288-thread processor based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.7 GHz from a base frequency of 1.5 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 17,839, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Phi 7290 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 72C / 288T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 1.7 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Knights Landing (2016) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 0 kB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 512 kB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 32 kB (per core) |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 8,000 million |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 17,839 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Phi 7290 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Phi 7290 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Phi 7290 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 245 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Phi 7290 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 245 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #891 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Phi 7290 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #891 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2016 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
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