Intel Xeon W-2245 8c/16t 3.9GHz-4.5GHz 155W (CD8069504393801)

Intel Xeon W-2245 — Balanced Workstation CPU for Professional 3D, CAD and Engineering Workloads

The Intel Xeon W-2245 is a workstation-class processor designed for professionals who require a reliable balance between single-core responsiveness and multi-threaded performance. Built on the Cascade Lake-W architecture, this CPU targets engineering workstations, content creation systems and technical desktops where stability, ECC memory support and predictable performance are more important than extreme core counts.

With 8 cores and 16 threads, the Xeon W-2245 performs especially well in workloads that combine interactive tasks with sustained compute loads. Applications such as CAD and CAM systems, architectural modeling tools, EDA software and professional 3D packages benefit from its high base clock and strong turbo frequencies. This makes everyday work fluid while still providing enough parallel capacity for rendering, simulation or batch processing tasks.

A key strength of the W-2245 is its high clock speed profile. Compared to lower-frequency workstation CPUs, it delivers excellent responsiveness in lightly threaded and mixed workloads. This is particularly valuable in environments where engineers and designers constantly switch between modeling, compiling, preview rendering and data analysis. The processor maintains consistent performance under long work sessions, which is essential for professional production systems.

The platform supports DDR4 ECC memory, ensuring data integrity for mission-critical projects. For engineering calculations, scientific datasets or financial models, ECC reduces the risk of silent data corruption and improves system reliability. The quad-channel memory configuration provides sufficient bandwidth for most workstation-class applications, while keeping power consumption under control.

On the I/O side, the Xeon W-2245 offers PCIe 3.0 lanes suitable for professional GPUs, NVMe storage and high-speed expansion cards. This enables flexible workstation configurations, from GPU-accelerated 3D and rendering systems to compute-oriented setups with fast local storage and networking.

The 125–155 W TDP class (depending on configuration and workload behavior) makes the W-2245 easier to cool compared to high-core-count workstation CPUs. This allows it to be deployed in compact or acoustically optimized workstations, which is often important in office or studio environments.

Typical use cases for the Intel Xeon W-2245 include:

• Professional CAD and CAM workstations
• 3D modeling and mid-scale rendering pipelines
• Engineering and simulation workloads with moderate parallelism
• Software development environments with frequent compile cycles
• Technical workstations requiring ECC memory and long-term stability

The Xeon W-2245 is an excellent choice for professionals who prioritize clock speed, reliability and platform maturity over raw core count. It fits naturally into production environments where predictable behavior, validated software stacks and workstation-grade stability are essential.