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P02518-L21
HPE DL380 Gen10 Intel Xeon-Platinum 8253 (2.2GHz/16-core/125...
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P02518-L21 is an Intel 12th Gen processor built on the Alder Lake architecture and designed for high-performance desktop computing. It features 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 3.6 GHz and a boost clock of up to 5.0 GHz, paired with 8 MB of L2 cache and 16 MB of L3 cache, all within a 125W TDP envelope and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770.
Optimized for demanding applications including gaming and workstation tasks, this processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory (dual channel), and leverages PCIe 5.0 connectivity along with robust overclocking capabilities. Compatible with Intel 600 series chipsets, P02518-L21 is engineered to deliver exceptional performance across a variety of professional and high-end consumer scenarios.
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In a global enterprise deploying VMware vSphere on HPE DL380 Gen10 servers upgraded with the P02518-L21 FIO Processor Kit, 150+ virtual machines run mission-critical applications with sustained 4 million IOPS across front-I/O NVMe storage. This setup delivers a 2.5× higher consolidation ratio, 30% lower power and cooling costs, and simplified cable management for faster maintenance cycles.
A logistics provider ingests 10 GB/s of sensor data at regional edge sites using HPE DL380 Gen10 with Intel Xeon-Platinum 8253 CPUs and the P02518-L21 FIO Processor Kit. By leveraging 16 cores plus Intel DL Boost and front-I/O NVMe connectivity, the solution achieves sub-50 ms inference latency for predictive routing and maintenance, cutting unplanned downtime by 25% and accelerating decision-making in real time.
A financial services firm runs Oracle 19c with in-memory optimizations on HPE DL380 Gen10 servers outfitted with the P02518-L21 FIO Processor Kit. The 16-core Intel Xeon-Platinum 8253 CPUs deliver 100K+ transactions per second and sub-millisecond response times, while front-I/O NVMe drives and HPE iLO ensure 99.999% availability and linear scalability to support peak trading volumes.
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| Architecture | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake | Alder Lake |
| Base Clock | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.4 GHz | 3.6 |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Category | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Cooler Included | No | No | No | No | No |
| Cores | 8 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 8 |
| Depth | 1.0 | 1.5 inches | 1.48 | 0.14 inches | 4.5 |
| ECC Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Generation | Intel 12th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 12th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 12th Gen |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 300 | 350 | 350 | 300 MHz | 300 |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1150 | 1150 | 1200 | 1200 MHz | 1100 |
| Height | 1.0 | 1.5 inches | 0.14 | 1.5 inches | 1.4 |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX2 | AVX-512 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| L2 Cache | 8 | 4 | 10 | 16 MB | 8 |
| L3 Cache | 16 | 16 | 20 | 30 MB | 16 |
| Max Boost Clock | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 5.4 GHz | 4.9 |
| Max Memory Support | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Memory Type Support | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 |
| Overclocking Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Product Name | Intel Core i7-P02518-L21 Processor | 826878-B21 | Intel Core i7 P02489-B21 | P02499-B21 | Intel Core i7 Alder Lake P02526-B21 |
| Product Type | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors | Processors |
| Security Features | None | SGX | SGX | None | SGX |
| Series | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core | Intel Core |
| TDP | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W |
| Threads | 16 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 16 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Use Case | Gaming / Workstation | Gaming / Workstation | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming |
| Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d |
| Weight | 0.5 | 0.5 lbs | 0.3 | 0.25 lbs | 0.5 |
| Width | 1.0 | 1.5 inches | 1.48 | 1.5 inches | 4.0 |
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Platinum CPU delivered excellent enterprise reliability.
Handled databases and analytics workloads smoothly.
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Met Platinum-tier expectations.
The HPE P02518-L21 is a Factory-Integrated Option (FIO) kit featuring an Intel Xeon Platinum 8253 processor (2.2 GHz, 16-core, 125 W) for HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 servers.
The Intel Xeon Platinum 8253 delivers 16 cores and 32 threads, enabling high parallel processing performance for virtualization and compute-intensive workloads.
This CPU operates at a base frequency of 2.2 GHz and dynamically boosts up to 3.0 GHz under Intel Turbo Boost Technology for peak performance.
No, it is specifically qualified for installation in HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 chassis and may not be supported in other Gen10 models.
The processor has a TDP of 125 W, ensuring predictable thermal and power characteristics under full load.
Yes, the FIO kit ships complete with HPE-qualified thermal interface material, heatsink assembly, and all necessary mounting components.
Power down your DL380 Gen10 server, remove the existing heatsink, align the FIO kit bracket, secure the heatsink per HPE torque guidelines, and power on.
The Xeon Platinum 8253 supports Intel Run Sure Technology with features like RAS, Machine Check Architecture Recovery, and Memory Protection Extensions.
No, both processor sockets must be populated with identical Intel Xeon Platinum 8253 units for full dual-CPU operation and performance consistency.
It is covered under the standard three-year HPE warranty when installed in an HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server, with optional extended support plans available.
Ideal workloads include virtualization, database management, high-performance computing, in-memory analytics, and enterprise-scale applications.
Yes, the Xeon Platinum 8253 fully supports Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory to accelerate memory-centric applications and large data sets.
It supports up to six channels of DDR4 memory per processor, up to 2666 MT/s, for a maximum capacity of 3 TB when paired with certified RDIMMs or LRDIMMs.
The Platinum 8253 offers higher core counts, enhanced RAS features, and larger memory support, making it better suited for mission-critical, large-scale workloads.
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