HPE Intel Xeon-Silver 4509Y 2.6GHz 125W 8 Core Processor

Overview

The HPE P67090-B21 is an Intel Xeon Silver 4509Y processor designed for enterprise servers, featuring eight physical cores running at a base clock speed of 2.6 GHz. It delivers balanced performance suitable for a variety of workloads, including virtualization, data analytics, and general-purpose computing. With 22.5 MB of shared L3 cache and support for memory speeds up to 4400 MT/s, this processor helps maintain responsiveness and efficient data handling in demanding server environments.

Key features

• Eight cores provide consistent multi-threaded performance for complex workloads and virtualization tasks
• Large 22.5 MB L3 cache reduces latency by keeping frequently accessed data close to the processor cores
• Memory support up to 4400 MT/s enables fast data transfer between CPU and RAM, improving application responsiveness
• 125 W thermal design power allows for efficient cooling and power management in dense server racks or edge deployments
• Qualified for HPE systems, ensuring smooth integration and firmware compatibility within HPE infrastructure
• Suitable for upgrading existing servers or building new systems that require reliable and scalable processing power

Key specs

• Processor model: Intel Xeon Silver 4509Y
• Cores: 8 physical cores
• Base clock speed: 2.6 GHz
• L3 cache: 22.5 MB shared
• Memory support: up to 4400 MT/s
• Thermal design power (TDP): 125 W

Connectivity and compatibility

This processor is designed specifically for HPE server platforms, ensuring compatibility with a range of HPE systems and simplifying firmware updates and system management. It fits into compatible HPE server sockets, making it a straightforward choice for administrators looking to maintain or expand their existing HPE infrastructure.

Performance and reliability

With a focus on steady and predictable performance, this CPU handles virtualization hosts and data analytics workloads efficiently. The combination of eight cores and a large cache supports multitasking and reduces bottlenecks, while the 125 W power rating helps maintain thermal stability in high-density server environments. This makes it a dependable option for enterprise applications that require consistent uptime and processing power.

Ideal uses and environments

This processor works well in data centers, branch office servers, and virtualized environments where balanced core count and clock speed are essential. It is a strong choice for IT professionals managing clusters that process large datasets or run multiple virtual machines, providing the performance headroom needed without excessive power consumption. Its qualification for HPE systems also makes it a practical upgrade path for existing HPE server deployments.