GENERIC INTEL XEON-GOLD 6252 (2,1GHZ/24-KERN/150W) PROCESSOR - Xeon Gold - 2,1 GHz

Data center operators and enterprise IT teams deploying dual-socket servers for virtualization, cloud computing, and high-performance workloads rely on the Intel Xeon Gold 6252 to deliver consistent performance and advanced reliability. With 24 cores and 48 threads, this processor handles demanding multi-threaded applications with ease, while its 2.1 GHz base clock and 3.7 GHz turbo frequency provide responsive performance for both sustained and bursty workloads.

Key specifications

• Processor family: Intel Xeon Gold
• Model: 6252
• Socket: LGA3647
• Total cores: 24 | Total threads: 48
• Base frequency: 2.10 GHz | Max turbo frequency: 3.70 GHz
• Cache: 35.75 MB Intel Smart Cache
• TDP: 150 W
• Memory support: DDR4-2933, up to 1 TB, 6 channels
• PCIe: 3.0, 48 lanes
• Lithography: 14 nm
• Scalability: 2S

Why choose it

The Xeon Gold 6252 offers a balanced blend of core density, memory bandwidth, and advanced features like Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and Intel AVX-512, making it a versatile choice for modern data centers. Its support for Intel Optane persistent memory enables larger memory capacities for in-memory databases and analytics, while hardware-enhanced security features like Intel AES-NI and Intel Trusted Execution Technology help protect sensitive data.

Ideal use cases

• Server virtualization and cloud infrastructure
• High-performance computing (HPC) and scientific simulations
• Database management and business intelligence
• Software-defined storage and networking

Good to know

This processor is designed for dual-socket server platforms and requires a compatible Intel C620 series chipset. It supports ECC memory for enhanced data integrity and is backed by Intel's reliability and long-term availability for enterprise deployments.