Tired of slow server response when your business grows? The HPE Intel Xeon Gold 6226 is a high-performance processor built for demanding workloads. It fits into HPE servers and gives you the power you need for virtualization, databases, and AI tasks. If your current CPU cannot keep up, you will see delays, lost revenue, and unhappy users. This chip solves that by delivering more cores, faster boost speed, and reliable 64-bit performance.
HPE Intel Xeon Gold 6226, LGA 3647 (Socket P), 2.7 GHz, 64-bit, 2nd Generation
This processor tackles the core problem of insufficient compute capacity in modern data centers. When applications compete for CPU time, response times suffer and scaling becomes costly. The Xeon Gold 6226 provides 12 cores, 24 threads, and a 3.7 GHz boost, giving you headroom for multiple virtual machines and heavy analytics. With built-in security features and support for up to 1 TB of DDR4 memory, it turns a bottleneck into a smooth, scalable platform.
Benefits
- Faster application response reduces user wait time.
- More cores let you run several virtual machines on one server.
- High memory bandwidth supports large databases and in-memory analytics.
- Built-in security features protect data without extra hardware.
- Energy-efficient 125 W design lowers power costs.
Usages
Use the Xeon Gold 6226 in rack or blade servers for cloud hosting, enterprise resource planning, and high-performance computing. It works well for virtual desktop infrastructure, big-data processing, and AI model training. The processor also fits small to midsize businesses that need a reliable server for file sharing, email, and backup services. Its compatibility with HPE ProLiant and BladeSystem makes integration simple.
Key Features
- 12 physical cores and 24 threads
- Base frequency 2.7 GHz, boost up to 3.7 GHz
- 19 MB L3 cache for quick data access
- 125 W TDP for balanced power use
- Supports DDR4-2933 memory, up to 1 TB
- Hexa-channel memory architecture
- 48 PCIe 3.0 lanes for expansion cards
- AVX-512 instruction set for accelerated workloads
- Intel VT-x, VT-d, and Hyper-Threading for virtualization
- Compatible with LGA 3647 socket and HPE BL460c Gen10
Specifications
| Processor |
| Processor codename |
Cascade Lake |
| Bus type |
UPI |
| Stepping |
B1 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
125 W |
| Processor cache type |
L3 |
| Processor cache |
19 MB |
| Processor boost frequency |
3.7 GHz |
| Processor operating modes |
64-bit |
| Processor threads |
24 |
| Processor series |
Intel Xeon Gold 6000 Series |
| Component for |
Server/workstation |
| Cooler included |
No |
| Processor lithography |
14 nm |
| Processor socket |
LGA 3647 (Socket P) |
| Processor cores |
12 |
| Processor base frequency |
2.7 GHz |
| Processor model |
6226 |
| 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 |
2933 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 |
| 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 |
2 |
| 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® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on CPU |
Yes |
| Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory Supported |
Yes |
| Intel® Resource Director Technology (Intel® RDT) |
Yes |
| Intel® Run Sure Technology |
Yes |
| Intel® Speed Select Technology - Base Frequency (Intel® SST-BF) |
No |
| Intel® Speed Select technology - Performance Profile (Intel® SST-PP) |
No |
| Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD) |
Yes |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility |
Yes |
| Mode-based Execute Control (MBE) |
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 |
86 °C |
| Technical details |
| Processor cache |
19 MB |
| Other features |
| Compatibility |
BL460c Gen10 |
