Name: 879581-B21 HPE Xeon Gold 5118 12-Core 2.3GHz Server Processor
Brand: HPE
SKU: 879581-B21
Price: 64.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 879581-B21 Xeon Gold 5118 is a robust 12-core server processor that fits into HPE’s ProLiant server lineup, delivering dependable performance for data center and enterprise workloads. It balances core count and clock speed to provide steady processing power for everyday server tasks and virtual workloads.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	879581-B21

Technical Information
Processor Family	Xeon Gold
# Of Cores	12 Core
Total Threads	24
Max Turbo Frequency	3.0 GHz
Base Clock Speed	2.3 GHz
PCIe Version	PCIe 3.0
Lithography	14 nm
Socket Type	LGA 3647
Cache	16.5 MB
Thermal Design Power	125 W

Memory Specifications
Memory Types	DDR4-2666
Max Memory Channels	6
Bandwidth	128 GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
The 879581-B21 is a powerful Xeon Gold 5118 processor designed to handle demanding server tasks. It’s commonly found in enterprise data centers where reliable and scalable processing power is essential. Built for IT professionals managing virtualization, databases, or analytics, this processor helps maintain smooth operation under heavy workloads. Key Features 12 cores providing strong multi-threaded performance 2.3 GHz base clock speed suited for balanced speed and efficiency Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for improved parallel processing Compatible with HPE ProLiant server systems for easy integration Designed for high-demand applications like cloud computing and virtualization This processor is typically deployed in medium to large scale server environments where reliability and consistent performance are priorities. It plays a key role in supporting business-critical applications without unnecessary overhead.

Use Cases
The HPE Xeon Gold 5118 processor is designed for mid-sized to large-scale enterprise environments requiring reliable multi-core processing to manage virtualization, database operations, and scalable applications. It is well-suited for IT teams handling mixed workloads in data centers or remote office infrastructures. How It's Used: Deployed in virtualization clusters to efficiently run multiple virtual machines for enterprise IT environments. Integrated within data center rack servers to support medium to heavy workloads including database management and transaction processing. Utilized in remote office setups requiring consistent compute power without sacrificing energy efficiency. Supporting storage clusters that demand balanced CPU resources for input/output intensive operations. Employed in application servers handling multi-threaded business-critical applications for SMB and large enterprises. This processor enhances operational efficiency by providing a balanced core count and clock speed combination, enabling scalable performance across diverse server workloads. Its integration with HPE platforms ensures compatibility and streamlined management for evolving enterprise IT requirements.