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Overview

The Xeon Silver 4108 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 9,177 points. Launch price was $417.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Silver 4108

#35

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

120%

#36

Xeon W-2125

MSRP: $444|Avg: $42

119%

#37

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

116%

#38

Xeon E5-2643 v3

MSRP: $219|Avg: $45

114%

#39

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

114%

#40

EPYC 7532

MSRP: $2380|Avg: $225

113%

#41

Xeon E3-1275L v3

MSRP: $350|Avg: $29

109%

#42

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

109%

#43

Xeon Platinum 8368

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $429

108%

#44

Xeon E5-2470 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

107%

#45

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

105%

#46

Xeon X5670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $30

103%

#47

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

101%

#48

Xeon Gold 6414U

MSRP: $2296|Avg: $283

101%

#49

Xeon E5-4648 V3

MSRP: $169|Avg: $45

101%

#50

Xeon Silver 4108

MSRP: $417|Avg: $46

100%

#51

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

99%

#52

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

98%

#53

Xeon E5-2690 v3

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $85

95%

#54

Xeon E3-1225 v3

MSRP: $224|Avg: $29

92%

#55

Ryzen 5 PRO 1500

MSRP: $189|Avg: $50

91%

#56

Xeon E5-4617

MSRP: $90|Avg: $35

90%

#57

Xeon E5-2697A v4

MSRP: $2891|Avg: $121

90%

#58

Xeon 6710E

MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344

89%

#59

Xeon W-2140B

MSRP: $294|Avg: $99

88%

#60

Xeon X3440

MSRP: $215|Avg: $16

87%

#61

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

86%

#62

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

MSRP: $1337|Avg: $368

85%

#63

Xeon E3-1280 v3

MSRP: $250|Avg: $44

83%

#64

Xeon Platinum 8571N

MSRP: $599|Avg: $418

82%

#65

Xeon Gold 6438Y+

MSRP: $2607|Avg: $389

81%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Silver 4108 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Silver 4108 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Silver 4108 is a 8-core / 16-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 GHz from a base frequency of 1.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 11 MB of L3 cache, plus 8 MB of L2 cache and 512 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,177, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4108
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.8 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	11 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	8 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	512 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	77 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	9,177

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Silver 4108 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2400 memory.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4108
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon Silver
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA3647
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2400
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Silver 4108 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 85 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4108
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	85 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	77 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $46 (MSRP: $417), the Xeon Silver 4108 delivers 200 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1365 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4108
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$417
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$46
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$417
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1365
Release DateLaunch date	11 July 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel