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Intel Xeon E7-2803
1567DDR36C / 12T105WWestmere-EX32nmEnd-of-life
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Full Specifications
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Total Cores6
Total Threads12
Base Clock1.73 GHz
BCLK / Multiplier133 MHz / 13.0xx
CodenameWestmere-EX
MicroarchitectureWestmere-EX
Process Node32nm
FoundryIntel
Die Size513.0 mm²
Transistors2.60 billion
Production StatusEnd-of-life
Market SegmentServer/Workstation
Launch DateApr 3, 2011
Launch Price$774.00
Instruction Sets
MMXSSESSE2SSE3SSSE3SSE4.1SSE4.2Intel 64HTTEISTXD-BitVT-xVT-cVT-dEPTTXTAES-NIDDDC
About This Product
The Intel Xeon E7-2803 is an end-of-life server/workstation CPU from the Westmere-EX generation, featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a 1.73 GHz base clock. Its 105W TDP and 64C max temperature indicate it is designed for sustained server workloads. At $189.95, it offers multi-core processing suitable for specific legacy server applications, but its older architecture limits performance compared to modern CPUs in the same price range for general computing or gaming.
Pros
- 6 cores, 12 threads for multi-tasking
- Suitable for legacy server platforms
- Integrated graphics for basic display
Cons
- Low clock speed for single-threaded tasks
- Outdated architecture, poor modern performance
- High power consumption for its performance
