Xeon Platinum 8260L
Intel
PassMark
5,103
MSRP
$7500
AVG Price
$750
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Platinum 8260L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,103 points. Launch price was $12,599.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8260L
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon Platinum 8260L across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Call of Duty: Warzone
Counter-Strike 2
Deadlock
Delta Force
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Project Zomboid
Rust
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Platinum 8260L specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8260L is a 24-core / 48-thread processor based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 35.75 MB of L3 cache, plus 24 MB of L2 cache and 1.5 MB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,103, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 24C / 48T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.9 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 35.75 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 24 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 1.5 MB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 90 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 5,103 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8260L fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 48 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4-2933 memory at speeds up to 2933 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4608 across 6 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Xeon Platinum |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA3647 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion | 48 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency | 2933 |
| Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory | 4608 |
| RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel | 6 |
| ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption | Yes |
| Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor | No |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 8 (Multiprocessor) |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|
| VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology | true |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Platinum 8260L 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 Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 165 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 90 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $750 (MSRP: $7500), the Xeon Platinum 8260L delivers 7 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1864 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $7500 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $750 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $12,599 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1864 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2 April 2019 (6 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2019 |
| 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
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General Information
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| Type | server |
| Series | Intel Xeon Platinum |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $12,599 |
| Release Date | 2 April 2019 (6 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1864 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 24 |
| Threads | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 1.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB |
| L3 Cache | 35.75 MB |
| Multiplier | 24 |
| Max Frequency | 3.9 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 90 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 165 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 8 (Multiprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4-2933 |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 140.8 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 4.5 TB |
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