Overview
The Intel Xeon Gold 5320 belongs to the 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processor family, delivering powerful multi-core performance and exceptional scalability for modern data center environments. With 26 cores and 52 threads, the 5320 is designed to handle parallel workloads with high computational density, offering increased throughput for cloud computing, virtualized environments, analytics, and large-scale enterprise applications.
This processor provides strong memory bandwidth, PCIe 4.0 support (platform-dependent), high reliability features, and broad compatibility with next-generation server architectures. It is particularly well-suited for distributed compute clusters, containerized applications, AI inference workloads, and high-volume transaction systems.
Key Features
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26 cores and 52 threads for exceptional parallel performance
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Base frequency of 2.20 GHz and turbo frequency up to 3.40 GHz
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39 MB L3 cache for high-speed data access
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Designed for dual-socket scalable server platforms
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Eight-channel ECC DDR4 memory support for robust bandwidth
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PCIe 4.0 support depending on platform configuration
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Enterprise-grade RAS features ensuring reliability
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Supports virtualization, AI acceleration, encryption, and data analytics workloads
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Balanced performance-per-watt for modern data center optimization
Specification Table
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Family | 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable |
| Model | Xeon Gold 5320 |
| Cores / Threads | 26 / 52 |
| Base Frequency | 2.20 GHz |
| Maximum Turbo Frequency | 3.40 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 39 MB |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP |
| Socket | Server-class socket (platform dependent) |
| TDP | 185 W |
| Memory Type | DDR4 ECC |
| Memory Speed | Up to DDR4-3200 |
| Memory Channels | 8 |
| Max Memory Capacity | Platform dependent |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 4.0 (platform dependent) |
| Instruction Extensions | AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, AES-NI, SSE4.2 |
| Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x, VT-d |
| Security Technologies | Intel Boot Guard, Intel SGX (availability varies), encryption accelerators |
| Reliability Features | Advanced RAS capabilities |
| Target Applications | Data centers, virtualization, AI inference, analytics, cloud computing, enterprise applications |
Performance and Workload Suitability
Virtualization & Cloud Services
The 26-core configuration allows high VM density, making it ideal for cloud clusters, container orchestration, and multi-tenant environments.
AI Inference & Analytics
AVX-512 and Intel DL Boost support significantly enhance performance in AI inference, machine learning pipelines, and real-time data analytics.
Enterprise Workloads
The processor is optimized for ERP, database management, large-scale transaction systems, and distributed enterprise applications.
HPC & Scientific Computing
Its large core count and wide memory bandwidth provide reliable performance for HPC clusters, modeling, and computation-heavy scientific workloads.
Advantages
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Excellent multi-core throughput for parallel workloads
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High memory bandwidth with eight-channel DDR4
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PCIe 4.0 support enhances next-generation storage and networking performance
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Strong scalability in dual-socket systems
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Power-efficient architecture suitable for dense rack deployments
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Enterprise-grade reliability and security features
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