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Overview

The Xeon Gold 6130T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 22 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 21,804 points. Launch price was $1,988.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 6130T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6130T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6130T is a 16-core / 32-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.7 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 22 MB of L3 cache, plus 16 MB of L2 cache and 1 MB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 21,804, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6130T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	16C / 32T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	22 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	16 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	1 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	92 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	21,804

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6130T fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6130T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon Gold
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA3647
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	4 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Gold 6130T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 125 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6130T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	125 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	92 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #694 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6130T
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$1,988
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#694
Release DateLaunch date	11 July 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel