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Overview

The Xeon Silver 4514Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 30,621 points. Launch price was $780.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Silver 4514Y across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Silver 4514Y specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Silver 4514Y is a 16-core / 32-thread processor based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 30 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 30,621, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Recent generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 2,100, while multi-core reaches 14,000. Cinebench R23 multi-core (measuring sustained rendering workload performance) scores 22,000.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4514Y
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	16C / 32T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Emerald Rapids (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	30 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	2x 763 mm2
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	30,621
Cinebench R23 MultiSustained multi-core rendering performance	22,000
Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming	2,100
Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance	14,000

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Silver 4514Y fits into the LGA4677 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 80 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR5-4400 memory at speeds up to DDR5-4400 (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 Silver 4514Y
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA4677
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	80
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5-4400
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR5-4400
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	C741
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Advanced Features

The Xeon Silver 4514Y is primarily designed for Mainstream Server / Virtualization. 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 8212.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4514Y
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Mainstream Server / Virtualization
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 8212

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Silver 4514Y 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. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: LGA4677 Active Cooling.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4514Y
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	150 Watt
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	No
Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution	LGA4677 Active Cooling

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #416 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Silver 4514Y
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$780
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#416
Release DateLaunch date	14 December 2023 (1 year ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel