Xeon Gold 5317
Intel
PassMark
27,448
MSRP
$1088
AVG Price
$1100
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Gold 5317 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 27,448 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 5317 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Baldur's Gate 3
Civilization VI
Counter-Strike 2
Garry's Mod
Genshin Impact
Honkai: Star Rail
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Minecraft
Overwatch 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 5317 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 5317 is a 12-core / 24-thread processor based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 18 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 27,448, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5317 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 12C / 24T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.6 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 18 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64K (per core) |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 27,448 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 5317 fits into the LGA4189 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4-2933 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5317 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA4189 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2933 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 2 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Gold 5317 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 150 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5317 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 150 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $1,100 (MSRP: $1088), the Xeon Gold 5317 delivers 25 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #505 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 5317 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $1088 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $1100 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #505 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
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