XeonReihe

The Xeon lineup, often referred to as XeonReihe in German-speaking regions, represents Intel's brand of server and workstation microprocessors. These processors are designed for demanding computing tasks that require high performance, reliability, and scalability. Unlike Intel's consumer-oriented Core processors, Xeon CPUs are built with features optimized for enterprise environments.

Key characteristics of Xeon processors include a higher number of cores and threads, larger cache memory, support for larger amounts of RAM, and enhanced error correction code (ECC) memory capabilities. ECC memory is crucial for servers as it can detect and correct memory errors, preventing data corruption and system crashes. Xeon processors also often support multiple CPU sockets on a single motherboard, allowing for significant increases in processing power.

The Xeon family encompasses a wide range of models, typically designated by different series such as Xeon Scalable processors (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze) and older designations like Xeon E3, E5, and E7. Each series caters to different levels of performance and features, from entry-level workstations to high-performance computing clusters and massive data centers. They are commonly found in servers powering websites, databases, virtualization environments, scientific simulations, and professional content creation workstations. Intel continually updates the Xeon lineup with new generations, bringing improvements in architecture, power efficiency, and new instruction sets to enhance performance for a variety of workloads.