Server processor INTEL Xeon 6511P — 16 cores / 32 threads, 2.3–4.2 GHz, 72 MB cache, FCLGA4710, DDR5-6400, 150 W

Intel Xeon 6511P is a server processor with 16 physical cores and 32 threads, designed for data center and enterprise workloads. It has a base frequency of 2.3 GHz and a boost up to 4.2 GHz, 72 MB of cache, and fits the FCLGA4710 socket. The CPU supports octa-channel DDR5 memory up to 6400 MHz with ECC and a maximum capacity of 4 TB, provides up to 136 PCIe 5.0 lanes and has a thermal design power of 150 W.

Advantages

The processor delivers high core density and multithreading for parallel workloads, wide memory bandwidth via octa-channel DDR5-6400 support, and extensive I/O through a large number of PCIe 5.0 lanes. It includes hardware security and acceleration features such as Total Memory Encryption, AES-NI, Intel SGX, QuickAssist and other Intel virtualization and performance technologies to support secure virtualization, AI inference and accelerated data streaming.

Suitable for

• Virtualized server hosts and hyperconverged infrastructures
• Database servers and in-memory analytics
• AI inference and machine learning workloads
• High-throughput networking and storage controllers
• Compute-dense rack servers and enterprise applications

Key specifications

• Cores / Threads: 16 / 32
• Base frequency: 2.3 GHz
• Max boost frequency: 4.2 GHz (all-core turbo up to 4.1 GHz)
• Cache: 72 MB
• Socket: FCLGA4710
• Memory support: DDR5-SDRAM, octa-channel, up to 6400 MHz, ECC, up to 4 TB
• PCI Express: up to 136 lanes, PCIe 5.0
• TDP: 150 W
• Thermal specs: Tcase 83 °C, DTS Max 98 °C
• Package size: 77.5 x 56.5 mm

How to use

Install the Intel Xeon 6511P into a compatible FCLGA4710 motherboard following the motherboard and server vendor installation procedures. Use qualified DDR5 ECC memory modules in an octa-channel configuration to achieve supported speeds up to DDR5-6400 and populate memory channels according to the server manual. Ensure adequate cooling and power delivery to meet the 150 W TDP and verify BIOS/firmware support for the Granite Rapids family before deployment. Configure virtualization, security and acceleration features in firmware and software as required for your workloads.

Usage recommendations

For best performance in data-center environments, pair this processor with enterprise-grade DDR5 ECC memory, a server-class cooling solution and a platform BIOS that supports Intel Granite Rapids processors and required acceleration features (QAT, DSA, AMX). Use appropriate power and thermal provisioning when running sustained high-load or AI inference tasks.