Xeon D-1527

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon D-1527

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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-1527 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,728 Rank: 1081
Rank Name Score Visual
1077 Core i7-2860QM 4,735
+0.1%
1078 Xeon E5-1603 v4 4,732
+0.1%
1079 Core i7-2760QM 4,732
+0.1%
1080 Xeon E5-2695 v2 4,731
+0.1%
1081 Xeon D-1527 4,728
1082 FX-4350 4,728
+0%
1083 Xeon E5-2630 v2 4,728
+0%
1084 Core i5-4210M 4,726
+-0%
1085 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,725
-0.1%
1086 Core i3-4360T 4,725
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon D-1527 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,418 Rank: 1410
Rank Name Score Visual
1406 Phenom II X4 900e 4,421
+0.1%
1407 PRO A8-8650B 4,421
+0.1%
1408 Xeon X5687 4,420
+0%
1409 Celeron N4100 4,419
+0%
1410 Xeon D-1527 4,418
1411 Core i7-4510U 4,418
+0%
1412 Xeon X5460 4,418
+0%
1413 A10-6700T 4,418
+0%
1414 Core m3-8100Y 4,417
+-0%
1415 Pentium Silver N6000 4,417
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon D-1527 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,934 Rank: 985
Rank Name Score Visual
981 Xeon E5-2620 v4 4,936
+0%
982 Celeron G4900T 4,935
+0%
983 Core i5-3450S 4,935
+0%
984 Core i3-4130T 4,935
+0%
985 Xeon D-1527 4,934
986 Core i7-3770S 4,934
+0%
987 Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 4,933
+-0%
988 Core i7-8665U 4,932
+-0%
989 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,931
-0.1%
990 Core i7-3820 4,927
-0.1%

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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-1527 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,623 Rank: 910
Rank Name Score Visual
906 Atom C3758 4,625
+0%
907 Core i7-3635QM 4,625
+0%
908 Core i7-975 4,625
+0%
909 Xeon E3-1230 4,624
+0%
910 Xeon D-1527 4,623
911 Core i5-3450S 4,623
+0%
912 Core i5-3350P 4,623
+0%
913 Ryzen 3 3300U 4,623
+0%
914 Core i5-6350HQ 4,622
+-0%
915 Core i5-3470S 4,622
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1527 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,595 Rank: 912
Rank Name Score Visual
908 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 4,597
+0%
909 Xeon W3565 4,597
+0%
910 Core i5-3550 4,596
+0%
911 Core i5-4570S 4,596
+0%
912 Xeon D-1527 4,595
913 Core i5-6440EQ 4,594
+-0%
914 Core i5-6400 4,594
+-0%
915 Core i3-8300T 4,594
+-0%
916 Core i5-1030NG7 4,594
+-0%
917 Xeon E5-1607 v4 4,593
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1527 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,639 Rank: 864
Rank Name Score Visual
860 Ryzen 3 2200G 4,641
+0%
861 Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE 4,640
+0%
862 Ryzen 3 1200 4,640
+0%
863 Core i7-3820QM 4,640
+0%
864 Xeon D-1527 4,639
865 Core i7-3920XM 4,639
+0%
866 Core i7-3720QM 4,639
+0%
867 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 4,638
+-0%
868 Core i3-8109U 4,638
+-0%
869 Core i5-6442EQ 4,638
+-0%

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Xeon D-1527 Details

The Intel Xeon D-1527, released in November 2015, positions itself as a compact, energy-efficient server and embedded processor with a strong focus on integrated features and virtualization support. At a TDP of just 35 W, it stands out for its low power consumption, making it suitable for small form-factor systems and edge computing environments. Despite being over seven years old, the Xeon D-1527 remains relevant in its niche due to its robust feature set and support for ECC memory, which is essential for mission-critical applications. Its performance, while not competitive with modern high-end CPUs, holds its own in specific benchmarks relative to its class.

In terms of architecture, the Xeon D-1527 is built on Intel’s Broadwell-DE microarchitecture using a 14 nm process, with 3.2 billion transistors packed into a 246.24 mm² die. The processor features four cores and eight threads, thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology, and operates at a base frequency of 2.2 GHz with a turbo boost up to 2.7 GHz. It includes 1 MiB of L2 cache and 6 MiB of L3 cache, shared across all cores, and supports DDR4-2133 memory with dual-channel bandwidth, delivering up to 31.78 GiB/s. The lack of integrated graphics means that a discrete GPU is required for visual output, a trade-off for power efficiency and core focus.

The Xeon D-1527 supports a wide range of advanced technologies, including Intel VT-x and VT-d for hardware virtualization, Intel vPro for enterprise management, and Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 for dynamic frequency scaling. It also includes AVX and AVX2 instruction sets, which enhance performance in scientific computing and multimedia applications. Additionally, the processor supports Intel Secure Key Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, and Extended Page Tables, ensuring strong security and virtualization capabilities. Its locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, which is typical for embedded and server-grade processors.

Benchmarking reveals a balanced but modest performance profile. The Xeon D-1527 achieves a single-core score of 4934, placing it at #985 out of 2060 in the overall single-core ranking, and a multicore score of 4418, ranking #1410 in the multicore category. Its overall score of 4728 places it at #1081, indicating that while it performs well within its segment, it is significantly outpaced by modern processors. Compared to its closest competitors, such as the Celeron N4100 and Xeon X5687, it offers superior performance in both single- and multi-threaded workloads, but remains far behind newer platforms like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K.

As of March 2026, the Xeon D-1527 remains a viable option for embedded systems, network appliances, and small-scale servers where low power consumption, ECC memory support, and virtualization capabilities are more critical than raw performance. While it is no longer suitable for mainstream desktop or high-performance computing tasks, its reliability and feature set continue to make it a practical choice in specialized environments.
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Intel Xeon D-1527

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon D-1527
Family: Xeon
Series: D-1500
Model Number: D-1527
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2700 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 22x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Broadwell
Core Name: Broadwell
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 6
Socket: BGA 1667
Package: FCBGA-1667
Target Segment: Embedded
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W
Release Price: $213.00

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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