Xeon D-1559

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon D-1559

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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-1559 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,707 Rank: 1097
Rank Name Score Visual
1093 Core i7-4600U 4,713
+0.1%
1094 Core i7-3520M 4,712
+0.1%
1095 Core i7-2820QM 4,709
+0%
1096 Core i5-5300U 4,708
+0%
1097 Xeon D-1559 4,707
1098 Core i7-3940XM 4,705
+-0%
1099 Core i5-3340 4,705
+-0%
1100 Xeon X5660 4,704
-0.1%
1101 Pentium G3450 4,704
-0.1%
1102 Core m3-8100Y 4,703
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon D-1559 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,260 Rank: 487
Rank Name Score Visual
483 Core i9-10885H 5,274
+0.3%
484 Ryzen 5 3500 5,273
+0.2%
485 Xeon E5-2630L v4 5,263
+0.1%
486 Ryzen 7 4800U 5,262
+0%
487 Xeon D-1559 5,260
488 Xeon D-1567 5,256
-0.1%
489 Core i5-8600K 5,252
-0.2%
490 Xeon E-2224G 5,248
-0.2%
491 Xeon E5-2608L v4 5,247
-0.2%
492 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE 5,246
-0.3%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon D-1559 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,339 Rank: 1452
Rank Name Score Visual
1448 Xeon E3110 4,342
+0.1%
1449 Xeon E5472 4,341
+0%
1450 Core i5-580M 4,341
+0%
1451 A4-7300 4,340
+0%
1452 Xeon D-1559 4,339
1453 Core i5-760 4,339
+0%
1454 Pentium Silver J5040 4,339
+0%
1455 Phenom II X6 1035T 4,337
+-0%
1456 Xeon E5430 4,337
+-0%
1457 Athlon II X2 280 4,337
+-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-1559 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,796 Rank: 540
Rank Name Score Visual
536 Core i7-5820K 4,798
+0%
537 Ryzen 3 5425U 4,798
+0%
538 Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U 4,797
+0%
539 Core i7-1185G7E 4,797
+0%
540 Xeon D-1559 4,796
541 Core i7-1165G7 4,796
+0%
542 Core i5-9600 4,794
+-0%
543 Ryzen 3 3100 4,793
-0.1%
544 Core i7-9750HF 4,793
-0.1%
545 Core i5-8600K 4,790
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1559 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,795 Rank: 564
Rank Name Score Visual
560 Ryzen 5 7520U 4,801
+0.1%
561 Ryzen 5 4500U 4,798
+0.1%
562 Xeon E5-2630L v4 4,797
+0%
563 Core i7-3930K 4,796
+0%
564 Xeon D-1559 4,795
565 Core i7-9700T 4,793
+-0%
566 Core i7-8750H 4,793
+-0%
567 Ryzen 5 2600H 4,793
+-0%
568 Core i3-10320 4,790
-0.1%
569 Core i5-9600 4,789
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon D-1559 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,767 Rank: 628
Rank Name Score Visual
624 Xeon E3-1535M v6 4,768
+0%
625 Xeon E3-1260L v5 4,768
+0%
626 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 4,768
+0%
627 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,767
+0%
628 Xeon D-1559 4,767
629 Ryzen 5 1600 4,767
+0%
630 Core i7-3930K 4,766
+-0%
631 Core i7-4850HQ 4,766
+-0%
632 Core i5-5675C 4,765
+-0%
633 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,764
-0.1%

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Xeon D-1559 Details

The Xeon D-1559 represents a significant evolution in Intel's embedded processor lineup, building upon the foundation of the Broadwell microarchitecture with a focus on power efficiency and integrated performance. Released several years ago, this processor is now considered a mature solution, though its low TDP of 45 W and embedded market positioning ensure it remains relevant for specific applications. As of March 2026, the Xeon D-1559 continues to serve as a reliable option for compact, high-efficiency computing environments where integrated graphics and power constraints are critical.

At its core, the Xeon D-1559 features 12 cores and 24 threads, leveraging Intel's Broadwell-DE design on a 14 nm process node. This configuration enables robust multitasking capabilities, with a base clock of 1.5 GHz and a turbo frequency of 2.1 GHz, allowing it to scale performance under load. The processor is equipped with a substantial cache hierarchy, including 0.75 MiB of L1 cache, 3 MiB of L2 cache, and a large 18 MiB L3 cache, which contributes to its strong data handling efficiency. Its integrated graphics, based on Intel's Iris Pro architecture, supports DDR4-2133 memory and provides up to 128 GiB of memory bandwidth, with a single-channel configuration capable of 15.89 GiB/s and dual-channel reaching 31.78 GiB/s.

Despite its age, the Xeon D-1559 delivers competitive performance in multi-threaded workloads, scoring 5,260 in the multicore benchmark and ranking #487 out of 2,060 processors. This places it just ahead of the Xeon D-1567 and behind the Ryzen 7 4800U, indicating its ability to hold its own in modern performance rankings. However, its single-core score of 4,339, ranking #1,452, reveals a performance gap compared to the fastest processors, which is typical for older embedded designs. This imbalance highlights the processor's strength in parallel computing tasks while underscoring its limitations in single-threaded performance.

The Xeon D-1559 supports a range of advanced technologies, including AVX and AVX2 for vector processing, AES-NI for encryption, and Intel's Turbo Boost 2.0 for dynamic frequency scaling. It also includes features such as Intel VT-x and VT-d for virtualization, ECC memory support, and Intel vPro for enterprise manageability. These capabilities make it well-suited for server, networking, and industrial applications where reliability and security are paramount.

In summary, the Xeon D-1559 is a power-efficient, multi-core processor designed for embedded systems, offering a balance of performance and energy efficiency. While it is no longer competitive with modern high-end CPUs, its strong multicore performance and integrated features make it a practical choice for specific use cases in data centers, edge computing, and industrial automation. For users requiring a reliable, low-power solution with robust processing capabilities, the Xeon D-1559 remains a viable option in the evolving landscape of embedded computing.
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Intel Xeon D-1559

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon D-1559
Family: Xeon
Series: D-1500
Model Number: D-1559
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
Package: FCBGA-1667
Target Segment: Embedded
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W
Release Price: $727.00

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 IPT TSX Flex Memory MWT ATT FMA
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