Xeon D-1537

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon D-1537

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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-1537 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,556 Rank: 1228
Rank Name Score Visual
1224 Xeon E5-2420 v2 4,564
+0.2%
1225 Core i7-870 4,564
+0.2%
1226 Core i7-5500U 4,563
+0.2%
1227 Athlon Silver 3050U 4,562
+0.1%
1228 Xeon D-1537 4,556
1229 Core i3-2105 4,556
+0%
1230 Core i7-3667U 4,556
+0%
1231 Core i7-2715QE 4,554
+-0%
1232 A10-6790K 4,554
+-0%
1233 Athlon X4 845 4,551
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon D-1537 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,690 Rank: 975
Rank Name Score Visual
971 Core i7-2820QM 4,692
+0%
972 Core i7-3612QM 4,692
+0%
973 Core i7 940 4,692
+0%
974 Xeon W-2102 4,691
+0%
975 Xeon D-1537 4,690
976 Core i7-3615QM 4,690
+0%
977 Core i7-3630QM 4,689
+-0%
978 FX-6350 4,689
+-0%
979 Core i3-1115G4E 4,689
+-0%
980 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,687
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon D-1537 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,467 Rank: 1321
Rank Name Score Visual
1317 Pentium G2010 4,471
+0.1%
1318 Athlon X4 870K 4,470
+0.1%
1319 Xeon X5570 4,469
+0%
1320 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,469
+0%
1321 Xeon D-1537 4,467
1322 Pentium G850 4,467
+0%
1323 Pentium 4,465
+-0%
1324 Core i5-750 4,465
+-0%
1325 Pentium G3220T 4,463
-0.1%
1326 Phenom II X4 B65 4,461
-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-1537 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,738 Rank: 596
Rank Name Score Visual
592 Xeon E3-1285 v6 4,742
+0.1%
593 Xeon E5-2608L v4 4,742
+0.1%
594 Xeon E-2144G 4,742
+0.1%
595 Xeon E-2134 4,741
+0.1%
596 Xeon D-1537 4,738
597 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,738
+0%
598 Ryzen 3 4100 4,737
+-0%
599 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE 4,737
+-0%
600 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G 4,736
+-0%
601 Xeon E3-1275 v6 4,734
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1537 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,715 Rank: 653
Rank Name Score Visual
649 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,716
+0%
650 Xeon W-2123 4,716
+0%
651 Core i5-10200H 4,716
+0%
652 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,715
+0%
653 Xeon D-1537 4,715
654 Core i7-6700 4,715
+0%
655 Xeon E3-1276 v3 4,715
+0%
656 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,714
+-0%
657 Core i7-970 4,713
+-0%
658 Xeon W3670 4,712
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1537 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,752 Rank: 645
Rank Name Score Visual
641 Core i7-6700 4,759
+0.1%
642 Core i7-4790K 4,758
+0.1%
643 Core i5-1135G7 4,757
+0.1%
644 Xeon E-2314 4,756
+0.1%
645 Xeon D-1537 4,752
646 Xeon E5-2623 v4 4,751
+-0%
647 Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 4,751
+-0%
648 Core i5-1145G7E 4,751
+-0%
649 Xeon E5-1630 v4 4,750
+-0%
650 Core i7-8705G 4,748
-0.1%

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Xeon D-1537 Details

Ranking #1228 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Xeon D-1537 presents a compelling case for efficiency and reliability in embedded environments, despite its age. Launched in November 2015, this processor is now over eight years old, placing it well into the legacy category by modern standards. However, its continued relevance in embedded and low-power server applications speaks to its design philosophy—prioritizing power efficiency and stability over raw performance. As of March 2026, it remains a viable option for specific workloads where energy consumption and thermal output are critical constraints.

Built on Intel’s Broadwell-DE microarchitecture at a 14 nm process node, the Xeon D-1537 features 8 cores and 16 threads thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology. It operates at a base frequency of 1.7 GHz, with a turbo frequency of up to 2.3 GHz, providing a modest boost for bursty workloads. The processor is designed for the embedded market, which is reflected in its compact BGA 1667 package and a 35 W TDP—making it ideal for systems where space and cooling are limited. With 12 MiB of L3 cache and a dual-channel DDR4-2133 memory interface, it supports up to 131 GB of ECC memory, a crucial feature for mission-critical systems where data integrity is paramount.

The Xeon D-1537 lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output, which reinforces its positioning as a server or embedded processor rather than a desktop or consumer-grade chip. It supports a wide array of advanced features, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, Intel VT-x and VT-d, Intel TXT, and Intel vPro, making it suitable for virtualization, security, and enterprise environments. The processor also supports IOMMU, enabling direct hardware passthrough in virtual machines, a key advantage in cloud and edge computing scenarios.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon D-1537 achieves a single-core score of 4467, placing it at #1321 among 2060 processors, and a multicore score of 4690, ranking #975. The overall score of 4556 reflects a balanced but modest performance profile, particularly when compared to modern high-end CPUs. While it outperforms older processors like the Core i7-970 and FX-6350, it trails significantly behind current-generation chips such as the Core i9-14900KS and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX. The most notable performance gap appears in single-core workloads, where its rank is relatively low compared to modern offerings, indicating that it is not optimized for tasks requiring high per-core performance.

Despite its limitations in raw performance, the Xeon D-1537 remains a strong contender in embedded and low-power server applications. Its combination of low power draw, ECC memory support, and robust virtualization features makes it a reliable choice for network appliances, edge servers, and industrial automation systems. For users seeking a stable, energy-efficient processor with enterprise-grade features, the Xeon D-1537 continues to deliver value—even if it no longer competes at the top tier of performance.
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Intel Xeon D-1537

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon D-1537
Family: Xeon
Series: D-1500
Model Number: D-1537
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 1700 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 17x (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: $470.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 512 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 256 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 256 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 2 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 12 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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