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Intel
Intel Xeon E5-4603
2011DDR34C / 8T95WSandy Bridge-EP32nmunknown
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Full Specifications
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Total Cores4
Total Threads8
Base Clock2.00 GHz
BCLK / Multiplier100 MHz / 20.0xx
CodenameSandy Bridge-EP
MicroarchitectureSandy Bridge-EP
Process Node32nm
FoundryIntel
Die Size294.0 mm²
Transistors1.27 billion
Production Statusunknown
Market SegmentServer/Workstation
Launch DateMay 14, 2012
Instruction Sets
MMXSSESSE2SSE3SSSE3SSE4.2AVXEISTIntel 64XD bitTXTVT-xVT-dHTTAES-NI8.0GT/s QPI
About This Product
The Intel Xeon E5-4603 is a 4-core, 8-thread server/workstation CPU from the Sandy Bridge-EP generation, released in 2012. With a 2.0 GHz base clock and 95W TDP, it offers moderate multi-threaded performance suitable for entry-level server tasks or specific workstation applications. At its current price, it is significantly outclassed by modern CPUs in both single and multi-core performance.
Pros
- 8 threads for multi-tasking
- Suitable for basic server roles
- Robust server platform
Cons
- Very low clock speed
- Outdated architecture
- Poor value for money
Verdict
“Not recommended; significantly underperforms modern CPUs available at this price point.”
