Xeon W-2155

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon W-2155

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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 W-2155 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,757 Rank: 338
Rank Name Score Visual
334 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G 5,765
+0.1%
335 AMD Ryzen 5 1600 5,763
+0.1%
336 Xeon E-2174G 5,762
+0.1%
337 EPYC 7272 5,761
+0.1%
338 Xeon W-2155 5,757
339 Core i5-8600K 5,754
-0.1%
340 EPYC 7302P 5,751
-0.1%
341 Xeon Gold 6248 5,745
-0.2%
342 Xeon Gold 6334 5,742
-0.3%
343 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,741
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon W-2155 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,717 Rank: 313
Rank Name Score Visual
309 Xeon E-2386G 5,721
+0.1%
310 Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 5,720
+0.1%
311 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,720
+0.1%
312 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G 5,718
+0%
313 Xeon W-2155 5,717
314 Core i7 880 5,716
+-0%
315 Xeon E-2276G 5,715
+-0%
316 EPYC 7232P 5,712
-0.1%
317 Ryzen 9 5980HX 5,702
-0.3%
318 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X 5,701
-0.3%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon W-2155 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,783 Rank: 367
Rank Name Score Visual
363 Ryzen 5 3500X 5,790
+0.1%
364 Core i5-8400H 5,789
+0.1%
365 AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 5,787
+0.1%
366 Core i3-10300 5,784
+0%
367 Xeon W-2155 5,783
368 Xeon W-2191B 5,780
-0.1%
369 Core i7-4790K 5,780
-0.1%
370 Core i9-9880H 5,778
-0.1%
371 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX 5,778
-0.1%
372 Ryzen 7 2800H 5,775
-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 W-2155 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,160 Rank: 301
Rank Name Score Visual
297 Core i9-9820X 5,169
+0.2%
298 Core i9-7900X 5,167
+0.1%
299 Core i9-10900E 5,166
+0.1%
300 Ryzen 7 3700X 5,163
+0.1%
301 Xeon W-2155 5,160
302 Xeon E5-2680 v4 5,155
-0.1%
303 Core i9-10900 5,155
-0.1%
304 Xeon E5-2687W v4 5,151
-0.2%
305 Ryzen 7 7736U 5,144
-0.3%
306 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,141
-0.4%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon W-2155 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,249 Rank: 297
Rank Name Score Visual
293 Core i9-11900F 5,267
+0.3%
294 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE 5,261
+0.2%
295 Ryzen 7 7736U 5,255
+0.1%
296 Core i9-9820X 5,254
+0.1%
297 Xeon W-2155 5,249
298 Xeon W-2150B 5,246
-0.1%
299 Ryzen 7 4800H 5,246
-0.1%
300 Xeon W-1290E 5,246
-0.1%
301 Core i9-10900F 5,244
-0.1%
302 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE 5,239
-0.2%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon W-2155 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,356 Rank: 226
Rank Name Score Visual
222 Xeon Gold 6246 5,365
+0.2%
223 Core i9-9820X 5,363
+0.1%
224 Ryzen 7 5800X 5,362
+0.1%
225 Xeon E5-2698 v4 5,361
+0.1%
226 Xeon W-2155 5,356
227 Core i9-7900X 5,356
+0%
228 Core i9-12900E 5,353
-0.1%
229 Xeon Silver 4310 5,350
-0.1%
230 Xeon Gold 6138T 5,347
-0.2%
231 EPYC 7551 5,329
-0.5%

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Xeon W-2155 Details

The Intel Xeon W-2155 represents a significant step forward in workstation-class computing, particularly for users demanding high single-threaded performance alongside robust multi-threaded capabilities. While released in August 2017, its performance still holds relevance in specific professional workloads, especially when considering its high single-core score. The processor, based on Intel's Skylake-W microarchitecture, is built on a 14 nm process and targets the workstation market segment, offering a blend of server-grade features and desktop performance.

At its core, the Xeon W-2155 features ten physical cores, which, when combined with Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, deliver twenty logical threads. This enables it to excel in applications that can leverage multiple threads, such as 3D rendering, video encoding, and scientific simulations. The base clock speed of 3.3 GHz can boost up to 4.5 GHz on a single core, providing a powerful performance ceiling for demanding tasks. The processor operates on a quad-channel DDR4-2666 memory interface, supporting up to 524 GB of ECC-protected memory, which is crucial for data integrity in professional environments. The L3 cache is a substantial 13.75 MB, further enhancing performance by reducing memory latency.

The Xeon W-2155 lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output, which is typical for its workstation-oriented design. However, it supports a wide array of advanced features, including AVX-512, AVX2, and AES-NI, making it well-suited for compute-intensive applications like AI training, data analysis, and encryption. It also includes virtualization technologies such as Intel VT-x and VT-d, which are essential for running multiple virtual machines efficiently. The processor is packaged in FCLGA-2066 and operates at a TDP of 140 W, necessitating robust cooling solutions due to its power consumption.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon W-2155 achieves an Overall Score of 5757, placing it at #338 among 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 5783 ranks it at #367, demonstrating strong performance in single-threaded applications. The Multicore Score of 5717 positions it at #313, indicating solid multi-threaded capabilities. While it trails behind modern high-end processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, it competes well against older generation CPUs such as the Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G and Xeon E-2386G. Its strongest performance category is single-core, where it outperforms many of its contemporaries, though its multicore performance is more modest compared to top-tier offerings.

As of March 2026, the Xeon W-2155 remains a viable option for professionals who prioritize high single-threaded performance and ECC memory support in their workstations. While it is no longer at the forefront of performance, its combination of core count, high clock speeds, and advanced instruction sets ensures it remains a capable processor for demanding professional applications.
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Intel Xeon W-2155

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon W-2155
Family: Xeon
Series: W-2000
Model Number: W-2155
Cores: 10
Threads: 20
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4500 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 33x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Socket: Socket
Package: FCLGA-2066
Target Segment: Workstation
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 140 W
Release Price: $1,440.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 640 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 320.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 320.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 10 MiB (16-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 13.75 MiB (11-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 512 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 79.47 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 48
PCIe Configuration: x16, x8, x4

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 484 mm²
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 AVX-512
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