INTEL Xeon 6234 3.30GHz CPU
The Intel Xeon Gold 6234 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable family (Cascade Lake), built for enterprise servers and high-performance workstations. With a 3.30 GHz base clock and 4.00 GHz max turbo, it suits latency-sensitive workloads such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and compute nodes where per-core frequency matters. Note that it requires an FCLGA3647 socket motherboard with a compatible C620-series chipset, so verify platform support before ordering.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Family | 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable (Cascade Lake) |
| Model | Intel Xeon Gold 6234 |
| Cores / Threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base Frequency | 3.30 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 4.00 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 (platform dependent — requires compatible C620-series chipset) |
| TDP | 130 W (ensure adequate cooling and chassis airflow) |
| Memory Type | DDR4-2933, ECC supported |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Capacity | Up to 1 TB (platform dependent) |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 48 lanes |
| UPI Links | 3 |
| Max Socket Configuration | Dual socket (2S) |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Extensions | AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, Intel DL Boost, AES-NI |
| Virtualization Technologies | Intel VT-x, VT-d, VT-x with EPT |
| Reliability Features | ECC, RAS, Intel Run Sure Technology |
| Target Segment | Enterprise / Server |
Good to know
- Compatibility: limited to FCLGA3647 platforms (typically Intel C621/C622 chipset boards); a BIOS update may be required on older Cascade Lake-era systems, and a 130 W TDP demands robust cooling.
- Positioning: within the Xeon Gold 62xx series, the 6234 is the high-frequency option with fewer cores — it trades core count for clock speed compared with denser Gold parts, making it a strong fit for per-core-licensed applications and high-frequency compute rather than massively parallel workloads.
- Buying tip: as a 2nd Gen Scalable (Cascade Lake) part, it is a drop-in upgrade path for existing LGA3647/C620 deployments — confirm your motherboard’s QVL and BIOS support, and pair with DDR4-2933 ECC RDIMMs across all six channels for full memory 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 6234 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable family (Cascade Lake), built for enterprise servers and high-performance workstations. With a 3.30 GHz base clock and 4.00 GHz max turbo, it suits latency-sensitive workloads such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and compute nodes where per-core frequency matters. Note that it requires an FCLGA3647 socket motherboard with a compatible C620-series chipset, so verify platform support before ordering.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Family | 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable (Cascade Lake) |
| Model | Intel Xeon Gold 6234 |
| Cores / Threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base Frequency | 3.30 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 4.00 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB |
| Lithography | 14 nm |
| Socket | FCLGA3647 (platform dependent — requires compatible C620-series chipset) |
| TDP | 130 W (ensure adequate cooling and chassis airflow) |
| Memory Type | DDR4-2933, ECC supported |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Capacity | Up to 1 TB (platform dependent) |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 48 lanes |
| UPI Links | 3 |
| Max Socket Configuration | Dual socket (2S) |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Extensions | AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, Intel DL Boost, AES-NI |
| Virtualization Technologies | Intel VT-x, VT-d, VT-x with EPT |
| Reliability Features | ECC, RAS, Intel Run Sure Technology |
| Target Segment | Enterprise / Server |
Good to know
- Compatibility: limited to FCLGA3647 platforms (typically Intel C621/C622 chipset boards); a BIOS update may be required on older Cascade Lake-era systems, and a 130 W TDP demands robust cooling.
- Positioning: within the Xeon Gold 62xx series, the 6234 is the high-frequency option with fewer cores — it trades core count for clock speed compared with denser Gold parts, making it a strong fit for per-core-licensed applications and high-frequency compute rather than massively parallel workloads.
- Buying tip: as a 2nd Gen Scalable (Cascade Lake) part, it is a drop-in upgrade path for existing LGA3647/C620 deployments — confirm your motherboard’s QVL and BIOS support, and pair with DDR4-2933 ECC RDIMMs across all six channels for full memory bandwidth.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
