Name: BX80621E52690 Intel Xeon E5-2690 8-Core 2.9GHz Server Processor
Brand: Intel
SKU: BX80621E52690
Price: 77.70 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Intel Xeon E5-2690 is an 8-core CPU designed for server and workstation use, delivering reliable multi-core performance at a 2.9 GHz base frequency. It fits into environments where stable processing and efficient multitasking are necessary, such as virtualization hosts and compute-intensive applications.

General Information
Brand	Intel
Part Number	BX80621E52690

Technical Information
Processor Family	Xeon E5
# Of Cores	8 Core
Total Threads	16
Max Turbo Frequency	3.8 GHz
Base Clock Speed	2.90 GHz
PCIe Version	PCIe 3.0
Lithography	Other
Socket Type	LGA 2011
Cache	20 MB Intel Smart Cache
Thermal Design Power	135 W

Memory Specifications
Max Memory Size	384 GB
Memory Types	DDR3-1600 / DDR3-1333 / DDR3-1066 (Registered ECC RDIMM, Unbuffered UDIMM)
Max Memory Channels	4
Bandwidth	51.2 GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The Intel Xeon E5-2690 is a powerful 8-core processor built for demanding computational tasks. It’s often found in servers and workstations where multitasking and processing speed are critical. Professionals running virtualization, data analysis, or heavy workloads benefit from its robust architecture. Key Features Eight physical cores enabling efficient multi-threading performance 2.9 GHz base clock speed balancing speed and power consumption Hyper-Threading technology allowing 16 threads to run concurrently Large 20 MB cache to reduce data access delays Compatible with Intel’s server platforms for reliability and scalability This processor is typically deployed in data centers, cloud computing servers, and high-end workstations. It handles parallel processing tasks well and supports demanding applications without bottlenecking, making it a solid choice for enterprise-grade setups.

Use Cases
The Intel Xeon E5-2690 processor is tailored for demanding server and workstation settings where multi-threaded workloads and stable performance are critical. It is ideal for IT professionals managing infrastructure that requires efficient compute power, such as virtualization or data analytics. How It's Used: High-density virtualization hosts in data center racks running multiple VMs for enterprise IT environments. Compute nodes within HPC clusters performing parallel processing tasks for scientific research. Workstations dedicated to 3D rendering and CAD applications in engineering firms. Database servers handling transactional workloads for midsize to large business applications. Storage servers managing I/O-intensive data operations in cloud storage platforms. This processor supports operational efficiency by enabling concurrent multitasking with hyper-threading, while its multi-core design ensures scalability for growing compute demands. It provides consistent performance essential for maintaining uptime and throughput in professional IT deployments.