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Overview

The Xeon Gold 6326 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 33,764 points. Launch price was $800.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 6326 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6326 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6326 is a 16-core / 32-thread processor based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 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 33,764, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Aging generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 1,631, while multi-core reaches 16,254. Cinebench R23 multi-core (measuring sustained rendering workload performance) scores 24,500.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6326
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	16C / 32T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.9 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	24 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	33,764
Cinebench R23 MultiSustained multi-core rendering performance	24,500
Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming	1,631
Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance	16,254

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6326 fits into the LGA4189 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 64 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4-3200 memory at speeds up to DDR4-3200 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4096 GB across 8 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6326
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA4189
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	64
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-3200
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR4-3200
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	4096 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	8
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	Yes
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	C621A,Ice Lake-SP
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Advanced Features

The Xeon Gold 6326 is primarily designed for High-core Server. It supports AVX-512 instructions — specialized SIMD operations that significantly accelerate AI inference, scientific computing, and video encoding workloads. Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads). Its primary market competitor is the EPYC 7313.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6326
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	High-core Server
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	✅ Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Direct CompetitorMarket equivalent from rival manufacturer	EPYC 7313

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Gold 6326 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 185 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: LGA4189 active cooling.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6326
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	185 Watt
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	No
Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution	LGA4189 active cooling

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #361 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6326
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#361
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel