Overview
The Intel Xeon Gold 5318N processor is part of the 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable family, engineered for high-efficiency enterprise computing. With 18 cores and 36 threads, it offers balanced compute density, optimized performance per watt, and stability for demanding professional environments. It is especially suitable for virtualization clusters, cloud servers, large-scale enterprise applications, AI inference workloads, and data-intensive backend services.
The 5318N features strong compute throughput, wide memory bandwidth, and robust security and reliability technologies, making it a dependable choice for modern data center deployments.
Key Features
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18-core, 36-thread configuration optimized for scalable multi-thread workloads
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Base frequency of 2.10 GHz with turbo boost up to 3.40 GHz
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Large 24.75 MB L3 cache to minimize memory access latency
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Built for multi-socket server platforms
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Support for ECC memory, advanced RAS features, and virtualization technologies
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Strong performance per watt for power-sensitive data center environments
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Compatible with enterprise workloads including virtualization, ERP, AI inference, and distributed computing
Specification Table
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Family | Intel Xeon Scalable |
| Model | Xeon Gold 5318N |
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36 |
| Base Frequency | 2.10 GHz |
| Maximum Turbo Frequency | 3.40 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB |
| Socket | Server-class socket (platform dependent) |
| TDP | 150 W |
| Memory Type | DDR4 ECC memory |
| Memory Speed | Up to DDR4-2933 |
| Memory Channels | 6 |
| Max Memory Capacity | Platform dependent |
| PCIe Version | PCIe support based on platform generation |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, AES-NI, SSE4.2 |
| Virtualization Technologies | Intel VT-x, VT-d |
| Reliability Features | Advanced RAS technologies |
| Target Use Cases | Virtualization, cloud servers, AI inference, enterprise workloads, database services |
Performance and Workload Optimization
Cloud and Virtualization
With 18 cores and efficient multi-thread capabilities, the 5318N delivers consistent performance for hypervisor-based systems and containerized cloud infrastructures.
AI and Analytics
Support for AVX-512 and Intel Deep Learning Boost enables faster AI inference and analytics acceleration.
Enterprise Applications
Ideal for ERP platforms, distributed enterprise services, web hosting, and backend compute nodes.
Data-Intensive Workloads
Its balanced core count and strong memory bandwidth make it suitable for medium-to-large database environments.
Advantages
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Efficient power-to-performance ratio
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Strong multi-thread throughput for scalable workloads
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Enterprise-grade reliability and long-term stability
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Broad compatibility with industry-standard server platforms
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Suitable for multi-socket deployments
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