Xeon Silver 4112
Intel
PassMark
6,536
MSRP
$885
AVG Price
$67
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Silver 4112 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,536 points. Launch price was $473.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Silver 4112
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon Silver 4112 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Civilization VI
Counter-Strike 2
Elden Ring
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Final Fantasy XIV
Grand Theft Auto V
League of Legends
Naraka: Bladepoint
Path of Exile 2
Project Zomboid
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Silver 4112 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Silver 4112 is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8.25 MB of L3 cache, plus 4 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,536, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Silver 4112 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 4C / 8T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.6 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 | 8.25 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 4 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 256 kB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 76 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 6,536 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4112 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2400 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Silver 4112 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Xeon Silver |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA3647 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2400 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 2 (Multiprocessor) |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Silver 4112 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 85 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Silver 4112 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 85 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 76 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $67 (MSRP: $885), the Xeon Silver 4112 delivers 98 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1646 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Silver 4112 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $885 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $67 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $473 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1646 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 11 July 2017 (8 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2017 |
| 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.
4 categories
General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | server |
| Series | Intel Xeon Silver |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $473 |
| Release Date | 11 July 2017 (8 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1646 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 4 |
| Threads | 8 |
| L1 Cache | 256 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB |
| Multiplier | 26 |
| Max Frequency | 3 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 76 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 85 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 2 (Multiprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4-2400 |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 115.212 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768 GB |
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