Xeon D-1557

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon D-1557

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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-1557 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,979 Rank: 891
Rank Name Score Visual
887 Core i5-6287U 4,984
+0.1%
888 Xeon E3-1270 v3 4,984
+0.1%
889 Athlon 3000G 4,982
+0.1%
890 Core i7-6567U 4,981
+0%
891 Xeon D-1557 4,979
892 Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U 4,978
+-0%
893 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 4,976
-0.1%
894 Core i3-4170 4,976
-0.1%
895 Pentium G4560 4,975
-0.1%
896 Xeon E5-2697 v2 4,975
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon D-1557 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,538 Rank: 385
Rank Name Score Visual
381 Xeon W-3235 5,543
+0.1%
382 Xeon E5-2673 v4 5,542
+0.1%
383 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 5,542
+0.1%
384 Xeon W-2145 5,538
+0%
385 Xeon D-1557 5,538
386 Core i9-10900T 5,537
+-0%
387 Core i7-8700 5,532
-0.1%
388 Xeon Gold 5118 5,531
-0.1%
389 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,530
-0.1%
390 Xeon Gold 5120 5,529
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon D-1557 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,607 Rank: 1213
Rank Name Score Visual
1209 FX-4100 4,611
+0.1%
1210 Core M-5Y31 4,609
+0%
1211 Core i5-3335S 4,609
+0%
1212 Xeon Gold 6252 4,607
+0%
1213 Xeon D-1557 4,607
1214 Core i3-7100U 4,607
+0%
1215 FX-9830P 4,606
+-0%
1216 Celeron G3900T 4,599
-0.2%
1217 Core i7-3517U 4,597
-0.2%
1218 Core i5-3427U 4,596
-0.2%

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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-1557 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,833 Rank: 495
Rank Name Score Visual
491 Core i5-10400 4,838
+0.1%
492 Xeon Silver 4208 4,837
+0.1%
493 Core i7-10750H 4,836
+0.1%
494 Ryzen 5 1600X 4,835
+0%
495 Xeon D-1557 4,833
496 Ryzen 3 5300G 4,833
+0%
497 Core i7-8700B 4,832
+-0%
498 Xeon E5-2630L v4 4,832
+-0%
499 Ryzen 5 5500U 4,831
+-0%
500 Xeon E-2186M 4,829
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1557 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,861 Rank: 503
Rank Name Score Visual
499 Ryzen 3 3100 4,868
+0.1%
500 Xeon E5-1660 v2 4,866
+0.1%
501 Xeon E-2334 4,866
+0.1%
502 Xeon E5-2650 v2 4,864
+0.1%
503 Xeon D-1557 4,861
504 Core i7-10850H 4,859
+-0%
505 Xeon E5-1650 v4 4,858
-0.1%
506 Core i7-10750H 4,857
-0.1%
507 Xeon E-2276M 4,856
-0.1%
508 Core i7-6850K 4,856
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1557 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,793 Rank: 583
Rank Name Score Visual
579 Core i7-1165G7 4,797
+0.1%
580 Core i5-9500T 4,795
+0%
581 Xeon E-2124G 4,794
+0%
582 Xeon E3-1240 v6 4,793
+0%
583 Xeon D-1557 4,793
584 Core i5-8500B 4,792
+-0%
585 Xeon E-2224G 4,792
+-0%
586 Core i7-6770HQ 4,791
+-0%
587 Core i7-1068NG7 4,791
+-0%
588 Core i7-1185G7E 4,791
+-0%

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Xeon D-1557 Details

The Intel Xeon D-1557 stands out as a high-efficiency, embedded processor designed for demanding server and workstation environments, particularly where low power consumption and robust reliability are critical. Launched in February 2016, it is now over eight years old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy hardware, yet it remains relevant in niche markets due to its strong integrated memory and virtualization capabilities. Built on Intel's 14 nm Broadwell-DE microarchitecture, the processor features a compact 306.18 mm² die and is packaged in a BGA 1667 socket, emphasizing its role in tightly integrated systems. With a base clock of 1.5 GHz and a turbo frequency of 2.1 GHz, the Xeon D-1557 leverages Hyper-Threading to deliver 24 threads across its 12 cores, enabling impressive parallel processing for its era.

The Xeon D-1557 supports dual-channel DDR4-2133 memory with a maximum capacity of 131 GB and a peak bandwidth of 31.78 GiB/s, a significant advantage for data-intensive applications. It includes extensive cache hierarchies, with 0.75 MiB of L1 cache, 3 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 18 MiB of L3 cache, which aids in reducing latency for frequent data access. The processor also supports ECC memory, a crucial feature for mission-critical environments where data integrity is paramount. Despite its age, the Xeon D-1557 supports modern instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s virtualization technologies such as VT-x and VT-d, making it suitable for virtualized workloads and secure computing environments.

In terms of performance, the Xeon D-1557 scores 4,979 in the overall Passmark benchmark, ranking #891 out of 2,060 processors, placing it in the mid-tier of its competitive landscape. Its single-core performance is notably stronger, scoring 4,607 and ranking #1,212, indicating a design that prioritizes efficiency per core rather than raw multi-threaded throughput. However, its multicore performance is more modest, with a score of 5,538 and a rank of #384, which suggests it is best suited for applications that benefit from high single-threaded performance or moderate parallelism. While it trails behind contemporary high-end processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, it remains competitive with several older workstation and server CPUs.

The Xeon D-1557 lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output, which aligns with its embedded and server-focused market segment. Its 45 W TDP makes it ideal for systems where power efficiency is as important as processing power, such as edge computing, network appliances, or compact servers. As of March 2026, while newer processors have surpassed it in raw performance, the Xeon D-1557 still holds value in environments that demand reliable, low-power, and ECC-supported processing. It remains a practical choice for legacy systems, specialized embedded applications, or cost-sensitive deployments where its proven architecture and feature set are sufficient.
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Intel Xeon D-1557

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon D-1557
Family: Xeon
Series: D-1500
Model Number: D-1557
Cores: 12
Threads: 24
Base Frequency: 1500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 2100 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 15x (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: 45 W
Release Price: $694.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 768 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 384 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 384 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 3 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 18 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: 306.18 mm²
Transistor Count: 4.70 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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