Intel Xeon Platinum 8180 28-Core 56-Thread Enterprise Server Processor

The Intel Xeon Platinum 8180 is a flagship-class first-generation Intel Xeon Scalable server processor designed for demanding enterprise computing, virtualization, databases, cloud infrastructure, high-performance computing and data-center applications.

Featuring 28 physical cores and 56 threads, a 2.50GHz base frequency, up to 3.80GHz maximum Turbo frequency and 38.5MB L3 cache, the Xeon Platinum 8180 combines a high core count with strong operating frequencies for intensive multi-threaded server workloads.

28 Cores and 56 Threads

The Xeon Platinum 8180 provides 28 physical CPU cores with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, enabling up to 56 simultaneous processing threads. This makes it highly suitable for virtualization hosts, database systems, cloud services and compute-intensive enterprise applications.

2.50GHz Base / Up to 3.80GHz Turbo

The processor operates at a 2.50GHz base frequency and can reach up to 3.80GHz maximum Turbo frequency using Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 when operating conditions permit.

38.5MB L3 Cache

A large 38.5MB L3 cache helps provide efficient data access across the processor's 28 cores, supporting demanding enterprise and data-center workloads.

DDR4-2666 ECC Server Memory

The Xeon Platinum 8180 supports DDR4-2666 ECC server memory and provides a six-channel memory architecture. Intel specifies a maximum memory capacity of 768GB per processor for the standard Xeon Platinum 8180, dependent on memory type and platform configuration.

8-Socket Scalability

Unlike many mainstream Xeon server processors limited to one or two sockets, the Platinum 8180 supports Intel's S8S scalability, allowing deployment in compatible enterprise platforms with up to eight processor sockets.

PCI Express 3.0 – 48 Lanes

The processor supports PCI Express 3.0 with up to 48 PCIe lanes, providing connectivity for enterprise NVMe storage, RAID controllers, high-speed network adapters, GPUs and other PCIe expansion hardware.

Intel AVX-512

Intel AVX-512 instruction support provides acceleration capabilities for compatible scientific computing, analytics, engineering, simulation and high-performance computing applications.

205W TDP

The Xeon Platinum 8180 has a 205W TDP. Because of its high power rating, installation requires a compatible server platform with an appropriate LGA3647 heatsink and cooling configuration.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise Virtualization
• VMware ESXi Hosts
• Proxmox Virtualization
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• High-Density Virtual Machines
• Enterprise Database Servers
• Cloud Computing Infrastructure
• High Performance Computing
• Data Analytics
• Enterprise Application Servers
• Compute Servers
• Data Center Infrastructure

Key Specifications

Manufacturer	Intel
Processor	Intel Xeon Platinum 8180
Processor Family	Intel Xeon Scalable
Generation	1st Generation Xeon Scalable
Code Name	Skylake
Lithography	14nm
Cores	28
Threads	56
Base Frequency	2.50GHz
Maximum Turbo Frequency	3.80GHz
L3 Cache	38.5MB
TDP	205W
Socket	FCLGA3647
Memory Type	DDR4-2666 ECC
Maximum Memory Speed	2666MT/s
Memory Channels	6
Maximum Memory Capacity	768GB
ECC Memory	Supported
Scalability	Up to 8 Sockets (S8S)
Maximum UPI Links	3
PCI Express Version	PCIe 3.0
Maximum PCIe Lanes	48
Intel Hyper-Threading	Supported
Intel Turbo Boost	2.0
Intel AVX-512	Supported
Intel VT-x / VT-d	Supported
Launch Date	Q3 2017
Spec Code	SR377
Tray Ordering Code	CD8067303314400

High-End Xeon Platinum Performance

With 28 cores, 56 threads and a relatively high 2.50GHz base frequency, the Platinum 8180 was one of the highest-performance processors in Intel's first-generation Xeon Scalable family. It is especially attractive for compatible enterprise servers requiring a combination of high core count and strong per-core performance.