Intel Xeon Gold 6148
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Released
Q3/2017
Intel Xeon Gold 6148

Processor Intel Xeon Gold 6148, specifications and benchmarks

107 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Xeon Gold 6148 processor is installed in LGA 3647 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.40 GHz. The Intel Xeon Gold 6148 has a total of 20 cores. Release date: Q3/2017. TDP is 150 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Xeon Gold 6148 processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Xeon Gold 6148.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Family
  • Generation
    1
  • CPU group
    Intel Xeon Gold 5100/6100
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Intel Xeon Gold 6148. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    2.40 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    20
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.70 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    40
  • Turbo (20 Cores)
    3.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
  • Shader
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
  • Generation
  • DirectX Version
  • Technology
  • Release date
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    No
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-2666
  • Max. Memory
  • ECC
    Yes
  • Memory channels
    6
  • PCIe version
    3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    48
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    150 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    28.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Skylake
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Socket
    LGA 3647
  • Release date
    Q3/2017
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Xeon Gold 6148 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    65 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    351 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    46 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    95 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    135 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    27 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    204 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    22 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    158 place
  • CoreMark
    2 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Xeon Gold 6148 with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
6419
6419
6378
6342
Intel Xeon Gold 6148
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
3444
3444
3422
3310
Intel Xeon Gold 6148
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
4139
4138
4136
4133
Intel Xeon Gold 6148
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
1.91
1.91
1.91
1.9
Intel Xeon Gold 6148
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
37.86
37.86
36.38
36.38
Intel Xeon Gold 6148
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
27065
27017
26030
25817
Intel Xeon Gold 6148

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*

PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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