Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y 24c/48t 2.9GHz-4.1GHz 250W (PK8072205500100)

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Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y processor with fast EU delivery and worldwide shipping. The best price in the European Union. Includes official warranty.

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Technical Specifications Product

Dimensions 17 × 17 × 10 cm
Country of manufacture

China, USA

Manufacturer's warranty (years)

1

Series

Xeon Gold

Number of cores

24

Number of threads

48

Clock frequency (GHz)

2.9

Cache L3 (MB)

60

Cache L2 (MB)

2

Cache L1 (KB)

80

Process technology (nm)

10

Maximum Turbo Frequency (GHz)

4.1

Memory type

DDR5

Maximum memory channels

8

Maximum memory frequency (MHz)

5200

Maximum memory capacity

4TB

Heat dissipation TDP (W)

250

PCI Express controller

PCIE 5.0

Number of PCI Express lanes

80

Processors on a motherboard

2

Length (cm)

17

Width (cm)

17

SKU

Q41U

Architecture

Emerald Rapids

Socket

LGA 4677

Product description

Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y Processor

The Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y, built on the advanced Emerald Rapids architecture, is engineered to meet the demanding needs of modern server and workstation environments. With an impressive 24 cores and 48 threads, this processor delivers exceptional multi-threaded performance, making it an ideal choice for data-intensive applications, virtualization, and enterprise-level workloads. The Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y is designed for scalability, allowing businesses to expand their computing capabilities without compromising on performance.

Operating at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz, the Xeon Gold 6542Y can dynamically boost its performance with a turbo frequency of up to 3.6 GHz. This flexibility ensures that the processor can adapt to varying workloads, providing optimal performance when needed. The robust architecture also features a substantial L3 cache of 60 MB, which enhances data retrieval speeds and improves overall system responsiveness, making it a reliable choice for applications that require fast access to large datasets.

Memory support is another key aspect of the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y. It is compatible with DDR5 memory, enabling higher bandwidth and improved efficiency compared to previous generations. This support not only enhances the overall performance of the server but also ensures that it can handle the increasing memory demands of modern applications. The processor’s thermal design power (TDP) of 250 W indicates its capability to operate efficiently under heavy loads, providing a balance between performance and energy consumption.

Designed with enterprise-grade reliability in mind, the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y is built to withstand the rigors of continuous operation in mission-critical environments. Its architecture is optimized for stability and efficiency, ensuring that businesses can rely on consistent performance over time. Additionally, our commitment to customer satisfaction includes fast delivery across Europe and global shipping options, along with an official warranty ranging from 1 to 3 years, offering peace of mind for your investment.

For organizations looking to enhance their computing power with a reliable and high-performance processor, the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y is an excellent choice. Explore the benefits of this cutting-edge processor today and contact us for more information or to make a purchase.

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Overview and Analysis of the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y Processor

Below is a comparative analysis of the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y processor with its nine closest competitors from the Intel Xeon Gold family. The selection is based on technical specifications that allow evaluating the model’s advantages in high-performance computing.


Comparative Table of Technical Specifications

Processor Model Cores / Threads Base Frequency (GHz) Turbo Boost (GHz) L3 Cache (MB) TDP (W)
Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y 24 / 48 2.9 4.1 60.0 250
Intel Xeon Gold 6442Y 24 / 48 2.6 4.0 60.0 225
Intel Xeon Gold 6544Y 16 / 32 3.6 4.1 45.0 270
Intel Xeon Gold 6548Y+ 32 / 64 2.5 4.1 60.0 250
Intel Xeon Gold 6526Y 16 / 32 2.8 3.9 37.5 195
Intel Xeon Gold 6342 24 / 48 2.8 3.5 36.0 230
Intel Xeon Gold 6418H 24 / 48 2.1 4.0 60.0 185
Intel Xeon Gold 6248R 24 / 48 3.0 4.0 35.75 205
Intel Xeon Gold 6336Y 24 / 48 2.4 3.6 36.0 185
Intel Xeon Gold 5418Y 24 / 48 2.0 3.8 45.0 185

Technical Analysis of the Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y

The Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y demonstrates clear technical superiority over direct competitors with a similar core count (24 cores). Compared to its immediate predecessor, the Gold 6442Y, the new model offers an increased base frequency (2.9 GHz vs 2.6 GHz) and a higher Turbo Boost threshold (4.1 GHz), providing a significant performance boost in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks.

A significant advantage is the 60 MB L3 cache volume, which significantly exceeds the figures of older generations (for example, 35.75 MB in the 6248R or 36 MB in the 6342). This allows the processor to handle databases and virtualization tasks more efficiently, minimizing memory access latency. Even compared to the 32-core Gold 6548Y+, the 6542Y model wins in base clock frequency, making it a preferable choice for applications sensitive to core frequency rather than just core count.


Conclusion

The Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y is a balanced solution for high-load server systems, offering an optimal ratio of core count to clock frequency. The processor confidently outperforms previous generations and lower-end models of the current lineup thanks to modern architecture and increased cache memory, ensuring high computing density without compromises in data processing speed.

Product FAQ

This model belongs to the 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, known by the architecture codename Emerald Rapids. These are modern solutions providing increased performance and efficiency compared to their predecessors.

The processor is equipped with 24 physical cores and supports 48 computing threads thanks to Hyper-Threading technology. The base clock frequency is 2.9 GHz with the ability to automatically boost up to 4.1 GHz in Turbo Boost mode. The Level 3 (L3) cache volume is an impressive 60 MB.

The Intel Xeon Gold 6542Y supports the latest DDR5 standard RAM. The maximum supported memory frequency is 5200 MT/s. The processor is capable of handling up to 4 TB of RAM per socket, which is critical for resource-intensive tasks.

Installation requires a motherboard with the FCLGA4677 processor socket. This socket is also used for previous 4th Generation (Sapphire Rapids) processors, ensuring a degree of platform continuity.

The Thermal Design Power (TDP) of the processor is 250 W. For stable operation under load, the server must be equipped with a high-efficiency cooling system capable of dissipating this amount of heat.

Yes, the model features full support for the PCI Express 5.0 interface, providing up to 80 PCIe lanes. This ensures maximum throughput for connecting modern NVMe drives, network adapters, and graphics accelerators.

Yes, the Intel Xeon Gold series processors support scalability and can operate in pairs on a single motherboard (2S configuration). This allows for doubling the server’s computing power.

Thanks to its high base frequency and large cache, this processor is ideal for virtualization, database management, enterprise analytics, as well as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning tasks.

The main advantages are faster DDR5 memory (5200 vs 4800 MT/s in previous generation counterparts), increased L3 cache volume, and an optimized architecture delivering better performance-per-watt.

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