Running a busy server or workstation often means you hit performance limits when many users or applications need CPU power at the same time. Slow response times can hurt productivity, cause missed deadlines, and increase frustration for staff and customers. The HPE Intel Xeon Gold 5215 processor removes that bottleneck by delivering ten strong cores, high clock speeds, and advanced Intel technologies, giving you the reliable speed you need to keep workloads moving smoothly.
HPE Intel Xeon Gold 5215, LGA 3647 (Socket P), 2.5 GHz, 64-bit, 2nd Generation with HPE
This chip is built for servers that must run demanding applications without lag. It fits the LGA 3647 socket and offers a base frequency of 2.5 GHz with a boost up to 3.4 GHz, so you get fast performance when you need it most. If your current processor slows down under load, you will notice longer wait times and higher energy use. With HPEs Xeon Gold 5215 you gain more cores, larger cache, and support for up to 1 TB of DDR4 memory, delivering a clear upgrade path for growth.
Usages
The processor works well in data-center servers that host virtual machines, in high-performance compute nodes for scientific simulations, and in enterprise workstations that run CAD or video rendering software. It also fits HPE Synergy 480/660 Gen10 platforms, making it a solid choice for modular infrastructure. Whether you need to support many simultaneous users, run large databases, or process big data sets, this Xeon Gold model provides the power and reliability required.
Benefits
- More cores mean smoother multitasking for many users.
- Higher boost frequency speeds up critical applications.
- Large 13.75 MB cache reduces data-access delays.
- ECC-enabled memory protects against data corruption.
- Built-in security features keep your server safe.
Key Features
- 10 physical cores with 20 threads.
- Base clock 2.5 GHz, boost up to 3.4 GHz.
- 85 W TDP for efficient power use.
- 13.75 MB L3 cache for fast data access.
- Supports DDR4-2667 memory, up to 1 TB.
- AVX-512 instruction set for heavy compute tasks.
- Intel VT-x, VT-d, and Hyper-Threading for virtualization.
- PCIe 3.0 with 48 lanes for expansion cards.
- Compatible with HPE Synergy 480/660 Gen10.
- Embedded options and Optane support for faster storage.
Specifications
| Processor |
| Processor codename |
Cascade Lake |
| Bus type |
UPI |
| Stepping |
L1 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
85 W |
| Processor cache type |
L3 |
| Processor cache |
13.75 MB |
| Processor boost frequency |
3.4 GHz |
| Processor operating modes |
64-bit |
| Processor threads |
20 |
| Processor series |
Intel Xeon Gold 5000 Series |
| Component for |
Server/workstation |
| Cooler included |
No |
| Processor lithography |
14 nm |
| Processor socket |
LGA 3647 (Socket P) |
| Processor cores |
10 |
| Processor base frequency |
2.5 GHz |
| Processor model |
5215 |
| Processor generation |
2nd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable |
| Processor family |
Intel® Xeon® Gold |
| Memory |
| ECC |
Yes |
| Memory channels |
Hexa-channel |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor |
2667 MHz |
| Memory types supported by processor |
DDR4-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory supported by processor |
1 TB |
| Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card |
No |
| On-board graphics card |
No |
| Features |
| Embedded options available |
Yes |
| Intel® Optane™ Memory module included |
Yes |
| Scalability |
4S |
| Supported instruction sets |
AVX-512 |
| PCI Express slots version |
3.0 |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes |
48 |
| Market segment |
Server |
| Execute Disable Bit |
Yes |
| Processor special features |
| AVX-512 Fused Multiply-Add (FMA) units |
1 |
| Intel 64 |
Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI |
Yes |
| Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
No |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) |
Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) |
Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) |
Yes |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility |
Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology |
Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology |
Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) |
Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) |
Yes |
| Intel® Speed Shift Technology |
Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
2.0 |
| Operational conditions |
| Tcase |
77 °C |
| Technical details |
| Intel® Run Sure Technology version |
Y |
| Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD) version |
Y |
| Mode-based Execute Control (MBE) version |
Y |
| Number of UPI links |
2 |
| Processor cache |
13.75 MB |
| Other features |
| Compatibility |
HPE Synergy 480/660 Gen10 |
