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HP INTEL XEON-PLATINUM 8168 2.7 GHZ/24-CORE/205 W PROCESSOR
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870978-B21 Overview
870978-B21 is an Intel 11th Gen Rocket Lake processor designed for high-performance desktop applications. It features 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 3.6 GHz and a boost of 5.0 GHz, supported by 4 MB of L2 cache and 16 MB of L3 cache, all within a 125W TDP envelope and mounted on an LGA 1200 socket.
This processor includes Intel UHD Graphics 730 with a graphics base frequency of 350 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1100 MHz. It supports DDR4 memory up to 128 GB operating in a dual-channel configuration, utilizes PCIe 4.0 for high-speed peripheral connectivity, does not support overclocking, and is compatible with Intel 500 Series chipsets for both gaming and workstation environments.
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870978-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Processors
- Brand
- Intel
- Series
- Intel Core
- Category
- Desktop
- Max Memory Support
- 128 GB
- Memory Type Support
- DDR4
- Generation
- Intel 11th Gen
- Architecture
- Rocket Lake
- ECC Support
- No
- Security Features
- None
- CPU Socket
- LGA 1200
- Instruction Set Extensions
- AVX2
- Virtualization Support
- Intel VT-x
- Cores
- 8
- Threads
- 16
- Base Clock
- 3.6 GHz
- Max Boost Clock
- 5.0 GHz
- Overclocking Support
- No
- L2 Cache
- 4 MB
- L3 Cache
- 16 MB
- TDP
- 125W
- Integrated Graphics
- Intel UHD Graphics 730
- Graphics Base Frequency
- 350 MHz
- Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
- 1100 MHz
- Memory Channels
- Dual
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 4.0
- Unlocked
- No
- Cooler Included
- No
- Use Case
- Gaming
- Product Name
- Intel Core i7-11700 Processor (Part No. 870978-B21)
- Height
- 0.5 inches
- Width
- 1.5 inches
- Depth
- 1.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.25 lbs
870978-B21 Use Case
High-Density Virtualization for Enterprise Cloud
In a global financial services firm, IT architects deploy the 870978-B21 HP Intel Xeon Platinum 8168 (2.7 GHz, 24-Core, 205 W) in an HP ProLiant DL580 Gen10 chassis to host 200+ Linux and Windows virtual machines per server. The processor’s 24 cores and large L3 cache deliver superior VM consolidation, reducing capital and operating expenses by 30% while maintaining <5 ms I/O latency. Outcome: maximized hardware utilization, streamlined multi-tenant hosting, and predictable SLA compliance for mission-critical applications.
Real-Time AI Inference at Enterprise Scale
A leading e-commerce platform integrates the 870978-B21 HP Intel Xeon Platinum 8168 into its AI inference cluster to power personalized product recommendations and fraud detection. The processor’s 2.7 GHz base frequency, 24 cores, and AVX-512 acceleration deliver sub-10 ms response times for deep learning models running on TensorFlow Serving across 1,000 QPS. Outcome: enhanced user engagement, 25% lift in conversion rates, and near-zero false positives in fraud screening.
In-Memory Database Acceleration for Real-Time Analytics
A global trading firm uses the 870978-B21 HP Intel Xeon Platinum 8168 to accelerate SAP HANA in-memory databases, processing 500 million market data records per minute. The 24-core architecture and 205 W TDP ensure sustained high throughput for complex SQL queries and real-time risk modeling. Outcome: sub-second query performance, 40% reduction in analytic cycle time, and timely trade decisions based on live market intelligence.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 870978-B21 |  P02649-L21 |  818174-L21 |  870978-L21 |  P02673-L21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.8 GHz |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1200 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Category | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Cooler Included | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Cores | 8 | 8 | 12 | 8 | 8 |
| Depth | 1.5 inches | N/A | 1.5 inches | 1.48 inches | 1.5 inches |
| ECC Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Generation | Intel 11th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 14th Gen |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 350 MHz | 300 | 350 | 350 | 300 MHz |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1100 MHz | 1200 | 1300 | 1150 | 1200 MHz |
| Height | 0.5 inches | N/A | 1.2 inches | 0.16 inches | 0.15 inches |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 | 9 | 4 | 4 MB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 | 24 | 16 | 32 MB |
| Max Boost Clock | 5.0 GHz | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 GHz |
| Max Memory Support | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Quad |
| Memory Type Support | DDR4 | DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Overclocking Support | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Product Name | Intel Core i7-11700 Processor (Part No. 870978-B21) | Intel Core P02649-L21 | 818174-L21 | Intel Core i7-13700K | Intel Core P02673-L21 |
| Product Type | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors |
| Security Features | None | SGX | None | None | SGX |
| Series | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core |
| TDP | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W |
| Threads | 16 | 16 | 20 | 16 | 16 |
| Unlocked | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Use Case | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming |
| Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x |
| Weight | 0.25 lbs | N/A | 0.5 lbs | 0.02 lbs | 0.2 lbs |
| Width | 1.5 inches | N/A | 1.5 inches | 1.48 inches | 1.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Adil Hussain
5
Stable even during peak usage.
K
Kari Heikkila
4
No issues during rollout.
J
Jason Turner
5
Ideal for demanding workloads.
N
Noman Akram
4
Very dependable.
Questions & Answers
What are the core count and thread count of the HP Intel Xeon Platinum 8168 (SKU 870978-B21)?
The processor features 24 physical cores and 48 threads for intensive parallel workloads.
What is the base clock frequency and maximum turbo frequency of this CPU?
It operates at a 2.7 GHz base clock and can turbo boost up to 3.7 GHz under load.
What is the Thermal Design Power (TDP) of the Intel Xeon Platinum 8168?
The CPU has a TDP rating of 205 W, requiring robust server cooling solutions.
Which socket is required for installing SKU 870978-B21?
This processor uses the FCLGA3647 (Socket P) compatible with HPE Gen10 platforms.