Product Type | Processor |
Processor Model | Intel Xeon Gold 5218B |
Processor Base Clock Speed | 2.3 GHz |
Total Cores | 16 |
Threads | 32 |
L3 Cache | 22 MB |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 125 W |
Socket Type | Socket 3647 (LGA3647) |
Processor Generation | Intel Xeon Scalable (2nd Gen) |
Fabrication Process | 14nm |
Instruction Set | 64-bit |
Integrated Graphics | None |
Purpose | Server |
Launch Date | Q2 2019 |
Cisco Intel Xeon Gold 5218B 2.3GHz 16-Core Processor



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- Optimized specifically for Cisco UCS M5 series, ensuring seamless integration and minimized compatibility issues
- Delivers efficient compute power with 16 cores and 22MB cache, ideal for virtualization and data-intensive workloads
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for regulated industry and government deployments
Product Overview
The Cisco Intel Xeon Gold 5218B is a 16-core server processor with a 2.3 GHz base clock and 22MB cache, delivering high-performance throughput for enterprise UCS platforms. With a 125W power profile and TAA compliance, it balances efficiency and law-mandated sourcing. Designed for Cisco UCS B200/C220/C240 M5 series, it ensures compatibility across a wide range of smart server configurations. Offering support for DDR4 memory and engineered for scalable cloud-hybrid IT workloads, this processor enables high-density compute environments with optimal performance and reliability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Memory Support
Supported Memory Types | DDR4-2666 |
Memory Channels | 6 |
Max Memory Bandwidth | 128 GB/s |
Max Memory Size | 1 TB |
ECC Memory Support | Yes |
Compatibility
Designed For Cisco Servers | UCS B200 M5, B480 M5, C220 M5, C220 M5SN, C220 M5SX, C240 M5, C240 M5L |
Compatible Server Families | SmartPlay Select B200 M5, C220 M5, C220 M5S, C220 M5SX, C240 M5, C240 M5L, C240 M5SX |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Costa Rica / Malaysia |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Halogen Free | Yes |
Interfaces
Maximum PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
PCI Express Revision | PCIe 3.0 |
QPI Links | 3 |
Physical & Environmental
Package Size | 76.0mm x 56.5mm |
Form Factor | FC-LGA14B |
Max Operating Temperature | 85°C (Tjunction) |
Technologies and Features
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology | Yes |
Intel Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
Intel VT-x (Virtualization) | Yes |
Intel VT-d (Directed I/O) | Yes |
Intel 64 | Yes |
Intel AES New Instructions | Yes |
Intel Speed Select Technology | Yes |
Intel Resource Director Technology | Yes |