Intel Xeon Gold 5416S server processor PK8071305122201 16-core 2.0 GHz 30 MB L3 cache 150W LGA 4677
16-core server processor with 2.0 GHz base clock, 30 MB L3 cache and DDR5-4400 support for dual-socket platforms
- Product nameXeon Gold 5416S
- CPU cores16-Core
- CPU socketLGA 4677
- Maximum turbo clock4.0 GHz
- TDP rating150 W
- Processor codenameSapphire Rapids
- 16 cores and 32 threads handle heavy parallel workloads
- 0 GHz base and 4.0 GHz max turbo deliver strong single-thread speed
- 30 MB L3 cache cuts latency for large data sets
- 8-channel DDR5-4400 controller feeds up to 4 TB of memory
- 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes give high-bandwidth I/O expansion
Built for dual-socket servers
The Intel Xeon Gold 5416S is a 16-core server processor designed for dual-socket platforms. It runs at 2.0 GHz with a 4.0 GHz max turbo frequency and provides 30 MB of L3 cache. The chip supports DDR5 4400 memory across eight channels and offers 80 PCI Express 5.0 lanes for high-throughput I/O.
Installation notes and common issues
The processor fits the LGA 4677 socket and has a 150 W thermal design power, so a compatible cooler must be sourced separately. Motherboards need a BIOS that recognises the Sapphire Rapids core and must wire all eight memory channels for full bandwidth. Missing BIOS updates or incomplete channel population are the most frequent causes of reduced performance or boot failure.
Sustained-load behaviour
Under continuous load the 16 cores maintain the base frequency within the 150 W envelope, while turbo boost to 4.0 GHz depends on thermal headroom and power delivery. The 30 MB L3 cache and 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes keep data flowing to memory and accelerators during long compute or virtualisation runs. Systems limited to single-socket operation cannot use the 2S scalability feature.
How it compares
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- Price $868.99
- Cheaper than about 63% of the 621 comparable items (median $1,561.99).
- CPU cores 16-Core
- Lower than about 70% of the 386 comparable items (median 24).
- Maximum turbo clock 4.0 GHz
- Higher than about 63% of the 327 comparable items (median 3.9 GHz).
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Intel |
| Product line | Intel Xeon Gold |
| Model name | PK8071305122201 |
| Product name | Xeon Gold 5416S |
| Performance | |
| Working frequency | 2.0 GHz |
| Processor | |
| CPU cores | 16-Core |
| CPU socket | LGA 4677 |
| Maximum turbo clock | 4.0 GHz |
| TDP rating | 150 W |
| Processor codename | Sapphire Rapids |
| CPU threads | 32 |
| Level 3 cache | 30 MB |
| 64-bit capable | Yes |
| Process node | 10 nm |
| Virtualization support | Yes |
| CPU socket scalability | 2S |
| Maximum PCIe lanes | 80 |
| Memory | |
| Supported memory speed | DDR5 4400 |
| Max supported memory | 4 TB |
| Channel configuration | 8 Channel |
| Ports & slots | |
| PCIe generation | 5.0 |
| Size & build | |
| Shipping weight | 0.23 kg |
| Package size | 183 × 152 × 76 mm |
| In the box | |
| Included cooler | Not included - Processor Only |
| More details | |
| Multimedia instruction | Intel AMX, Intel SSE4.2, Intel AVX, Intel AVX2, Intel AVX-512 |
Questions about this item
How can I verify the processor is running at its 2.0 GHz base and 4.0 GHz max turbo after installation?
Check the operating frequency in the BIOS or UEFI hardware monitor and confirm it reads 2.0 GHz at idle and up to 4.0 GHz under load using a tool such as Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool or lscpu on Linux.
What is included in the box and what must I purchase separately for this PK8071305122201 CPU?
The box contains the processor only; a compatible LGA 4677 socket motherboard, DDR5 4400 memory modules, and a cooling solution rated for 150 W TDP must be bought separately.
Which memory configuration should I choose to fully utilise the 8-channel controller on the Xeon Gold 5416S?
Populate all eight channels with identical DDR5 4400 DIMMs to reach the maximum 4 TB capacity and achieve peak memory bandwidth supported by the integrated controller.
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