Xeon D-2766NT
Intel
PassMark
24,013
AVG Price
$212
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon D-2766NT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2579. Thermal design power (TDP): 97 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 24,013 points. Launch price was $800.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon D-2766NT specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-2766NT is a 14-core / 28-thread processor, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.1 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 20 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 24,013, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon D-2766NT |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 14C / 28T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.1 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 20 MB |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 24,013 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-2766NT fits into the FCBGA2579 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon D-2766NT |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FCBGA2579 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon D-2766NT has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 97 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon D-2766NT |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 97 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $212, the Xeon D-2766NT delivers 113 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #613 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon D-2766NT |
|---|---|
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $212 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #613 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2022 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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