Name: P36941-B21 HPE Xeon Platinum 8380 40-Core 2.3GHz Processor
Brand: HPE
SKU: P36941-B21
Price: 2049.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE P36941-B21 Xeon Platinum 8380 processor offers 40 cores designed to handle complex, multi-threaded workloads commonly found in enterprise servers. It fits well in HPE server setups focusing on virtualization, cloud operations, and data-intensive applications, providing a reliable foundation for large-scale computing tasks.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P36941-B21

Technical Information
Processor Family	Xeon Platinum
# Of Cores	40 Core
Total Threads	80
Max Turbo Frequency	3.4 GHz
Base Clock Speed	2.3 GHz
PCIe Version	PCIe 4.0
Lithography	10 nm
Socket Type	LGA 4189
Cache	60 MB
Thermal Design Power	270 W

Memory Specifications
Max Memory Size	4 TB
Memory Types	DDR4-3200
Max Memory Channels	8
Bandwidth	204.8 GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA

Product Description
The HPE P36941-B21 Xeon Platinum 8380 processor is built to handle demanding data center and enterprise workloads. It’s often found in servers running complex virtualized environments, data analytics, and cloud computing tasks where high core counts and computing power matter. IT professionals and system administrators rely on this processor to deliver solid, consistent performance under heavy multi-threaded loads. This processor is commonly used in HPE ProLiant servers designed for high-density computing, offering reliable processing power for businesses requiring scalable infrastructure. Its architecture and core count help improve throughput for tasks like large-scale database management and high-performance computing. Key Features 40 physical cores with hyper-threading for up to 80 threads Base frequency of 2.3GHz with turbo boost capabilities for peak performance Advanced 10nm manufacturing process enhances power efficiency Supports large memory capacity and bandwidth for data-intensive applications Security features built-in to protect sensitive workloads This processor is typically deployed in enterprise servers powering cloud services, virtualization platforms, and demanding business applications. It helps organizations run multiple applications smoothly while maintaining responsiveness and stability. By balancing high core count with energy efficiency, it fits well into data centers aiming for performance without excessive power draw.

Use Cases
The HPE P36941-B21 Xeon Platinum 8380 processor is tailored for enterprise-grade server environments that demand high core counts and efficient multi-threading. It is ideal for organizations managing extensive virtualization, complex data analytics, and high-throughput cloud services where processing power and scalability are critical. How It's Used: Powering large virtualization farms in data centers to maximize server consolidation and resource utilization. Running compute-intensive AI and machine learning workloads in research institutions requiring parallel processing capability. Supporting high-transaction database servers in financial services with stringent latency and reliability needs. Enabling scalable cloud infrastructure for service providers hosting multi-tenant environments. Managing storage clusters in enterprise IT environments that handle massive volumes of data with high I/O demands. This processor enhances operational efficiency by delivering robust multi-core performance suitable for scaling enterprise workloads. Its integration within HPE server platforms ensures adaptability to evolving computational requirements while maintaining consistent throughput and reliability.