INTEL Xeon 6146 3.20GHz CPU
The Intel Xeon Gold 6146 is a 12-core, 24-thread Skylake-SP processor engineered for latency-sensitive and compute-dense workloads such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and high-frequency compute nodes, where its 4.2 GHz max turbo frequency stands out within the Xeon Scalable family. Aimed at system integrators and data center buyers refreshing LGA 3647 platforms, it supports dual-socket (2S) configurations and offers a defined upgrade path within the first-generation Xeon Scalable series. Note that actual performance depends on platform support — confirm motherboard BIOS and cooling capacity for the 165 W TDP before deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Intel Xeon Gold 6146 |
| Microarchitecture | Skylake-SP (first-generation Xeon Scalable) |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Cores / Threads | 12 cores / 24 threads |
| Base Frequency | 3.2 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB |
| TDP | 165 W (verify server cooling and power provisioning) |
| Socket | LGA 3647 (platform dependent) |
| Memory Support | DDR4-2666 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | Up to 768 GB per socket |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 48 lanes |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX-512, AVX2, SSE4.2 |
| AVX-512 FMA Units | 2 |
| Multi-Socket Support | Up to 2S |
| Security Technologies | Intel SGX, Intel TXT, Secure Key, Boot Guard |
| RAS Features | Enhanced reliability, availability, and serviceability |
| Release Year | Q3 2017 |
Good to know
- Requires an LGA 3647 socket motherboard with Skylake-SP platform support; confirm BIOS compatibility and appropriate VRM/cooling for the 165 W TDP, especially in dense 1U/2U chassis.
- Within the first-generation Xeon Scalable Gold family, the 6146 sits at the high-frequency end — fewer cores than models like the 6148/6150, but a higher base (3.2 GHz) and max turbo (4.2 GHz) clock, favoring per-core performance over thread count.
- For dual-socket builds, populate both sockets with matching CPUs and verify DIMM population across all 6 memory channels per socket to achieve rated DDR4-2666 bandwidth.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
The Intel Xeon Gold 6146 is a 12-core, 24-thread Skylake-SP processor engineered for latency-sensitive and compute-dense workloads such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and high-frequency compute nodes, where its 4.2 GHz max turbo frequency stands out within the Xeon Scalable family. Aimed at system integrators and data center buyers refreshing LGA 3647 platforms, it supports dual-socket (2S) configurations and offers a defined upgrade path within the first-generation Xeon Scalable series. Note that actual performance depends on platform support — confirm motherboard BIOS and cooling capacity for the 165 W TDP before deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Intel Xeon Gold 6146 |
| Microarchitecture | Skylake-SP (first-generation Xeon Scalable) |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Cores / Threads | 12 cores / 24 threads |
| Base Frequency | 3.2 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB |
| TDP | 165 W (verify server cooling and power provisioning) |
| Socket | LGA 3647 (platform dependent) |
| Memory Support | DDR4-2666 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | Up to 768 GB per socket |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 48 lanes |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX-512, AVX2, SSE4.2 |
| AVX-512 FMA Units | 2 |
| Multi-Socket Support | Up to 2S |
| Security Technologies | Intel SGX, Intel TXT, Secure Key, Boot Guard |
| RAS Features | Enhanced reliability, availability, and serviceability |
| Release Year | Q3 2017 |
Good to know
- Requires an LGA 3647 socket motherboard with Skylake-SP platform support; confirm BIOS compatibility and appropriate VRM/cooling for the 165 W TDP, especially in dense 1U/2U chassis.
- Within the first-generation Xeon Scalable Gold family, the 6146 sits at the high-frequency end — fewer cores than models like the 6148/6150, but a higher base (3.2 GHz) and max turbo (4.2 GHz) clock, favoring per-core performance over thread count.
- For dual-socket builds, populate both sockets with matching CPUs and verify DIMM population across all 6 memory channels per socket to achieve rated DDR4-2666 bandwidth.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
