Intel Xeon Gold 6428N PK8071305121901 32-core 1.8 GHz server processor

Server Processor for Two-Socket Platforms

The Intel Xeon Gold 6428N is a 32-core, 64-thread server CPU built on 10 nm Sapphire Rapids architecture. It operates at a 1.8 GHz base frequency and reaches a 3.8 GHz maximum turbo frequency. The processor fits the LGA 4677 socket and has a 185 W thermal design power.

Suited for Scalable Virtualisation

This processor supports up to 4 TB of DDR5 4800 memory across eight channels, making it suitable for dense virtualisation and large in-memory databases. Two-socket scalability allows expanded core count and memory capacity. Buyers who need single-socket operation only or who require a lower power envelope should evaluate other options.

Deciding Specification: 80 PCIe 5.0 Lanes

The chip provides 80 lanes of PCI Express 5.0 for high-bandwidth add-in cards and storage. This lane count determines how many accelerators, network adapters or drive controllers can run at full speed simultaneously. If the target chassis or workload cannot use this connectivity, a processor with fewer lanes may be more appropriate.