Xeon D-1520

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon D-1520

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon D-1520 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,764 Rank: 1049
Rank Name Score Visual
1045 Core i7 980 4,767
+0.1%
1046 Core i3-4130T 4,767
+0.1%
1047 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,766
+0%
1048 Pentium Gold G6400 4,766
+0%
1049 Xeon D-1520 4,764
1050 Core i7-3630QM 4,764
+0%
1051 Core i5-2500S 4,763
+-0%
1052 Core i5-3350P 4,762
+-0%
1053 Core i7-3635QM 4,761
-0.1%
1054 Core i5-4258U 4,761
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon D-1520 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,779 Rank: 874
Rank Name Score Visual
870 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 4,781
+0%
871 Ryzen 3 1300X 4,781
+0%
872 Xeon E3-1225 v3 4,780
+0%
873 Xeon E3-1225 v6 4,779
+0%
874 Xeon D-1520 4,779
875 Xeon L5639 4,779
+0%
876 Xeon E5-2680 v2 4,779
+0%
877 Ryzen 5 1400 4,777
+-0%
878 Core i5-6440HQ 4,776
-0.1%
879 Ryzen 5 2400GE 4,775
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon D-1520 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,754 Rank: 1109
Rank Name Score Visual
1105 Core i5-6200U 4,757
+0.1%
1106 A12-9800 4,757
+0.1%
1107 Core i7 980 4,756
+0%
1108 Core i5-4200M 4,755
+0%
1109 Xeon D-1520 4,754
1110 Core i5-4310U 4,754
+0%
1111 Core i7-3632QM 4,753
+-0%
1112 Celeron G1850 4,753
+-0%
1113 Core i3-4150T 4,753
+-0%
1114 Core i5-3330 4,752
+-0%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1520 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,645 Rank: 843
Rank Name Score Visual
839 Core i7-3820 4,647
+0%
840 Core i5-4570 4,646
+0%
841 Core i5-8265U 4,646
+0%
842 Xeon E3-1220 V2 4,646
+0%
843 Xeon D-1520 4,645
844 Core i5-7600T 4,645
+0%
845 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 4,645
+0%
846 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,645
+0%
847 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G 4,644
+-0%
848 Core i5-3570K 4,644
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1520 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,639 Rank: 814
Rank Name Score Visual
810 Ryzen 3 1200 4,640
+0%
811 Core i7-4800MQ 4,640
+0%
812 Core i7-4710MQ 4,640
+0%
813 Pentium Silver N6005 4,640
+0%
814 Xeon D-1520 4,639
815 Core i7-4770T 4,639
+0%
816 Core i7-4720HQ 4,639
+0%
817 Core i7-10510U 4,637
+-0%
818 Core i7-4700HQ 4,633
-0.1%
819 Xeon X5677 4,633
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1520 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,664 Rank: 809
Rank Name Score Visual
805 Core i5-6500T 4,666
+0%
806 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,666
+0%
807 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,665
+0%
808 Xeon D-1521 4,664
+0%
809 Xeon D-1520 4,664
810 Core i5-10210U 4,664
+0%
811 Core i7-8550U 4,663
+-0%
812 Core i5-8365U 4,663
+-0%
813 Core i5-4440 4,663
+-0%
814 Core i5-6440HQ 4,662
+-0%

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Xeon D-1520 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Xeon D-1520 remains a niche server processor, originally launched in March 2015. Despite its age, it still holds relevance in low-power, embedded, and small-form-factor server environments due to its 45 W TDP and robust feature set. With a base clock of 2.2 GHz and a turbo boost up to 2.6 GHz, the Xeon D-1520 leverages Intel’s Broadwell-DE microarchitecture built on a 14 nm process. This 4-core, 8-thread design benefits from Hyper-Threading and a 6 MiB L3 cache, making it capable of handling multithreaded workloads efficiently within its thermal envelope.

The processor’s overall benchmark performance places it at rank #1049 of 2060, with a score of 4764. In single-core performance, it achieves a score of 4754, ranking #1109, and in multicore performance, it scores 4779, ranking #873. These results indicate that while the Xeon D-1520 is no longer competitive with modern high-performance CPUs, it holds its own against older-generation desktop and server processors. It outperforms several modern Intel Core i5 and i7 models like the Core i5-6440HQ and Core i7-4810MQ, but trails behind newer Ryzen 5 and Core i7 variants.

The Xeon D-1520 supports ECC memory, a critical feature for mission-critical systems, and operates with DDR4-2133 memory over a dual-channel interface, delivering up to 31.78 GiB/s of memory bandwidth. It also supports advanced instruction sets including AVX and AVX2, enabling optimized performance for scientific and engineering applications. The processor supports Intel’s virtualization technologies—VT-x, VT-d, and EPT—making it suitable for virtualized environments. Additionally, it includes Intel’s Turbo Boost 2.0, Enhanced SpeedStep, and Secure Key technologies, enhancing efficiency and security.

Despite its strong feature set, the Xeon D-1520 lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output. This limitation, combined with its age, makes it unsuitable for general consumer use. However, its low power consumption and server-grade reliability make it ideal for edge computing, network appliances, and small-scale data centers. The processor's 14 nm manufacturing process and FC-BGA 1667 package reflect its focus on thermal efficiency and compact design.

In summary, the Xeon D-1520 is a well-rounded server CPU for environments where power efficiency and integrated features are prioritized over raw performance. While it cannot compete with today’s top-tier processors, it remains a viable option for legacy systems, embedded applications, and cost-sensitive server deployments. Its performance, though dated, is still competitive within its segment, especially when compared to older-generation desktop CPUs.
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Intel Xeon D-1520

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon D-1520
Family: Xeon
Series: D-1500
Model Number: D-1520
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 22x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Broadwell
Core Name: Broadwell
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 6
Socket: BGA 1667
Package: FCBGA-1667
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W
Release Price: $199.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 6 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2133
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 128 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 31.78 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 24
PCIe Configuration: x16, x8, x4

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 246.24 mm²
Transistor Count: 3.20 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP TSX Flex Memory TBT 1.0 FMA
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