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870978-B21
HP INTEL XEON-PLATINUM 8168 2.7 GHZ/24-CORE/205 W PROCESSOR
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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.
870978-B21 price is $9,561.24, a 15% saving from the Hpe list price of $11,248.52. 870978-B21 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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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.
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.
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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| 870978-B21 |  P02649-L21 |  818174-L21 |  870978-L21 |  P02673-L21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core |
| Category | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Max Memory Support | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory Type Support | DDR4 | DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Generation | Intel 11th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 14th Gen |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake |
| ECC Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Security Features | None | SGX | None | None | SGX |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1200 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 |
| Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x |
| Cores | 8 | 8 | 12 | 8 | 8 |
| Threads | 16 | 16 | 20 | 16 | 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.8 GHz |
| Max Boost Clock | 5.0 GHz | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 GHz |
| Overclocking Support | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 | 9 | 4 | 4 MB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 | 24 | 16 | 32 MB |
| TDP | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 350 MHz | 300 | 350 | 350 | 300 MHz |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1100 MHz | 1200 | 1300 | 1150 | 1200 MHz |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Quad |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Unlocked | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming |
| 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 |
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Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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High end Platinum CPU delivers excellent virtualization density.
Stable even during peak usage.
No issues during rollout.
Ideal for demanding workloads.
Very dependable.
The processor features 24 physical cores and 48 threads for intensive parallel workloads.
It operates at a 2.7 GHz base clock and can turbo boost up to 3.7 GHz under load.
The CPU has a TDP rating of 205 W, requiring robust server cooling solutions.
This processor uses the FCLGA3647 (Socket P) compatible with HPE Gen10 platforms.
It supports six-channel DDR4 memory up to 2666 MT/s per channel.
The CPU includes 33 MB of shared Intel Smart Cache to accelerate data access.
Yes, Hyper-Threading is enabled, allowing two threads per core for 48-thread performance.
Yes, SKU 870978-B21 is qualified for HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10, DL360 Gen10 and similar platforms.
It delivers 48 lanes of PCIe 3.0 connectivity for high-bandwidth I/O.
Yes, it supports Intel VT-x and VT-d for efficient hardware-accelerated virtualization.
Use the HPE-qualified 205 W heatsink optimized for FCLGA3647 to maintain safe operating temperatures.
Each CPU supports up to 1 TB of DDR4-2666 ECC RDIMM memory across six channels.
It excels in virtualization, high-performance computing, large-scale databases, and data analytics.
Yes, platforms supporting Skylake-EP in FCLGA3647 can be upgraded to Cascade Lake Xeon Platinum 8168.
Yes, it offers Intel Speed Select for real-time control over frequency and power allocation.
HPE provides a standard 3-year limited warranty on this processor when installed in qualifying servers.
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