Intel Xeon Silver 4208 8-Core 2.1 GHz LGA 3647 85W BX806954208 Server Processor

Xeon Silver 4208 server processor

The Intel Xeon Silver 4208 is an 8-core, 16-thread CPU built for entry-level data centre compute, network and storage workloads. It operates at a 2.1 GHz base frequency with a 3.2 GHz maximum turbo frequency. The processor fits the LGA 3647 socket and has an 85W thermal design power. It targets IT teams deploying dual-socket servers for virtualisation or general-purpose applications.

14 nm Cascade Lake build with six-channel DDR4

Manufactured on a 14 nm Cascade Lake process, the chip includes 11MB of L3 cache and an integrated memory controller supporting DDR4 2400 across six channels. Maximum memory capacity reaches 1TB per socket. PCI Express 3.0 lanes handle I/O expansion for storage controllers or network adapters. The LGA 3647 package requires a compatible server motherboard and appropriate cooling solution.

Boxed processor with virtualisation

The BX806954208 boxed unit includes the processor only; a heatsink is not supplied. Intel Virtualization Technology and Intel Hyper-Threading are supported for consolidated workloads. Scalability is rated for two-socket configurations, allowing paired deployment in compatible chassis. Buyers needing single-socket only or higher core counts should evaluate other Xeon tiers.