Xeon Platinum 8160

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon Platinum 8160

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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 Platinum 8160 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,741 Rank: 343
Rank Name Score Visual
339 Core i5-8600K 5,754
+0.2%
340 EPYC 7302P 5,751
+0.2%
341 Xeon Gold 6248 5,745
+0.1%
342 Xeon Gold 6334 5,742
+0%
343 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,741
344 Xeon Gold 6142 5,741
+0%
345 Core i5-10600KF 5,740
+-0%
346 AMD Ryzen 3 1200 5,738
-0.1%
347 Xeon E5-2697A v4 5,734
-0.1%
348 Xeon E5-2696 v3 5,734
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon Platinum 8160 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

6,513 Rank: 155
Rank Name Score Visual
151 EPYC 7542 6,530
+0.3%
152 Xeon Gold 6146 6,525
+0.2%
153 EPYC 7F52 6,520
+0.1%
154 Xeon E5-2699 v4 6,519
+0.1%
155 Xeon Platinum 8160 6,513
156 Core Ultra 7 255H 6,513
+0%
157 Ryzen 7 7745HX 6,507
-0.1%
158 Ryzen 7 8700G 6,486
-0.4%
159 Xeon Gold 6142M 6,481
-0.5%
160 Ryzen Threadripper 2950X 6,480
-0.5%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon Platinum 8160 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,226 Rank: 789
Rank Name Score Visual
785 Ryzen 7 3750H 5,226
+0%
786 Ryzen Embedded V1807B 5,226
+0%
787 Xeon E3-1505M v6 5,226
+0%
788 Xeon E3-1245 v5 5,226
+0%
789 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,226
790 Core i7-4720HQ 5,225
+-0%
791 Core i3-4170 5,225
+-0%
792 Xeon E5-2683 v4 5,224
+-0%
793 Core i7 X 000 5,224
+-0%
794 Core i7-8750H 5,223
-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 Platinum 8160 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,649 Rank: 147
Rank Name Score Visual
143 Core i9-10980XE 5,677
+0.5%
144 Ryzen 9 PRO 3900 5,674
+0.4%
145 Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 5,672
+0.4%
146 Core i9-9980XE 5,665
+0.3%
147 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,649
148 Xeon w5-2445 5,642
-0.1%
149 Ryzen 9 3900 5,637
-0.2%
150 Xeon E5-2699A v4 5,627
-0.4%
151 Ryzen 7 5800X3D 5,623
-0.5%
152 EPYC 7451 5,620
-0.5%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon Platinum 8160 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,782 Rank: 140
Rank Name Score Visual
136 Xeon W-3245 5,803
+0.4%
137 Xeon w5-2455X 5,799
+0.3%
138 Ryzen 9 PRO 3900 5,786
+0.1%
139 Ryzen 7 7700X 5,785
+0.1%
140 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,782
141 Ryzen 7 9800X3D 5,778
-0.1%
142 Core i9-7980XE 5,769
-0.2%
143 Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 5,768
-0.2%
144 Ryzen 9 3900 5,768
-0.2%
145 Ryzen Threadripper 2920X 5,760
-0.4%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon Platinum 8160 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,782 Rank: 126
Rank Name Score Visual
122 Ryzen 9 5900XT 5,814
+0.6%
123 Xeon Gold 6248 5,812
+0.5%
124 Core Ultra 9 285H 5,807
+0.4%
125 Core i9-12900KF 5,805
+0.4%
126 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,782
127 Xeon Gold 6148 5,773
-0.2%
128 Ryzen 9 5900X 5,766
-0.3%
129 Xeon W-3245 5,764
-0.3%
130 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX 5,759
-0.4%
131 Xeon w5-2445 5,757
-0.4%

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Xeon Platinum 8160 Details

The Intel Xeon Platinum 8160 stands as a powerful server-grade processor built on the Skylake-SP microarchitecture, fabricated using Intel's 14 nm process node. Released in the mid-2017 timeframe, this CPU has aged well within the server market, maintaining relevance due to its robust feature set and enterprise-grade reliability. As of March 2026, it continues to serve in high-density computing environments where multithreaded performance and memory scalability are paramount.

This processor features 24 cores and 48 threads, enabled by Intel’s Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology, allowing it to efficiently handle demanding workloads such as virtualization, data analytics, and scientific computing. It operates at a base frequency of 2.1 GHz and can boost up to 3.7 GHz on a single core, with a turbo frequency of 3.7 GHz under full load. The chip is packaged in the FCLGA-3647 socket and is compatible with the Purley platform, designed for scalable server systems.

Memory support includes up to 768 GB of DDR4-2666 RAM across six channels, providing a peak memory bandwidth of 119.21 GiB/s. The cache hierarchy consists of 1.5 MiB of L1 cache (split into 0.75 MiB for instruction and data), 24 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 33 MiB of L3 cache, enhancing data access speed and reducing latency in high-throughput scenarios. With a TDP of 150 W, the Xeon Platinum 8160 strikes a balance between power efficiency and performance, suitable for 1U or 2U server chassis.

The Xeon Platinum 8160 is equipped with a comprehensive suite of enterprise features, including Intel AVX-512, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x/VT-d for virtualization, as well as ECC memory support and Intel vPro for remote management and security. It also supports Intel Speed Shift and Enhanced SpeedStep technologies, enabling dynamic power and frequency scaling based on workload demands.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon Platinum 8160 achieves an overall score of 5741, ranking #343 among 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 5226, placing it at #785, while its multicore score reaches 6513, ranking #155. This indicates a processor optimized for multi-threaded applications, where it competes closely with other high-core-count Xeon Gold and AMD EPYC models. In comparison, it trails behind modern flagship processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K, but holds its own against many mainstream server and workstation CPUs.

Overall, the Xeon Platinum 8160 remains a viable option for data centers and enterprise workloads requiring high core counts, memory bandwidth, and advanced virtualization capabilities. While newer architectures offer superior single-threaded performance, the 8160's enduring strength lies in its ability to scale across multiple sockets and support complex, memory-intensive applications. It is best suited for legacy server upgrades or environments where cost-effectiveness and reliability outweigh the need for cutting-edge single-core performance.
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Intel Xeon Platinum 8160

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon Platinum 8160
Family: Xeon
Series: 8000
Model Number: 8160
Cores: 24
Threads: 48
Base Frequency: 2100 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3700 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 21x
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Socket: Socket P and LGA-3647
Package: FCLGA-3647
Chipset: Lewisburg
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 8
TDP: 150 W
Release Price: $4,702.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 1536 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 768 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 768 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 24 MiB (16-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 33 MiB (11-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 6
Maximum Memory: 768 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 119.21 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
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 SST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX Secure Key SMEP IPT AVX-512 AVX512F AVX512CD AVX512BW AVX512DQ AVX512VL TSX VMD NM KPT PTT MBE Ctrl Run Sure Node Ctrlr
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