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P05683-L21 Overview
P05683-L21 is an Intel processor from the Intel Core series, belonging to the Intel 13th Gen lineup and built on the Raptor Lake architecture. It features an LGA 1700 socket, 8 cores and 16 threads, a base clock speed of 3.6 GHz that can boost up to 5.0 GHz, 4 MB of L2 cache and 16 MB of L3 cache, and a thermal design power of 125W. With integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 and support for DDR5 memory in a dual channel configuration along with PCIe 5.0 connectivity, it is engineered for high-performance gaming, advanced workstations, and demanding server tasks.
P05683-L21 is optimized for enthusiasts and professionals alike, offering unlocked overclocking support and robust virtualization capabilities via Intel VT-x/VT-d. Its compatibility with modern chipsets ensures a seamless integration into diverse computing environments, making it an ideal choice for gamers, content creators, and professionals seeking reliable performance and efficiency in their daily computing needs.
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P05683-L21 Specifications
- Width
- 1.5
- ECC Support
- No
- Use Case
- Gaming
- CPU Socket
- LGA 1700
- Memory Channels
- Dual
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 5.0
- Depth
- 1.5
- Product Type
- Processors
- Brand
- Intel
- TDP
- 125W
- Cooler Included
- No
- Series
- Intel Core
- Category
- Desktop
- Max Memory Support
- 128 GB
- Memory Type Support
- DDR5
- Generation
- Intel 13th Gen
- Architecture
- Raptor Lake
- Security Features
- None
- Instruction Set Extensions
- AVX2
- Cores
- 8
- Threads
- 16
- Overclocking Support
- Yes
- Integrated Graphics
- Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Unlocked
- Yes
- Base Clock
- 3.6
- Max Boost Clock
- 5.0
- L2 Cache
- 4
- Height
- 0.6
- Graphics Base Frequency
- 350
- L3 Cache
- 16
- Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
- 1200
- Weight
- 0.3
- Virtualization Support
- Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d
- Product Name
- P05683-L21
P05683-L21 Use Case
High-Density Virtualization for Enterprise IT Consolidation
A global insurance provider deployed the P05683-L21 HPE DL580 Gen10 Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 FIO Processor Kit to consolidate 1,500 VMware vSphere virtual machines onto four rack units. With 16 cores per socket and four-socket scalability, the environment achieved a 35% increase in VM density and 28% reduction in data-center rack footprint. The outcome: lower CAPEX/OPEX, simplified maintenance and 24x7 SLA compliance.
Real-Time Fraud Detection and Risk Analytics in Banking
A multinational bank integrated the Xeon-Gold 5218 FIO Processor Kit into its HPE DL580 Gen10 cluster to run in-memory stream processing with Apache Flink and Kafka. Leveraging 64 cores of parallel compute, the system ingests 500,000 transactions per second and identifies anomalies under 50 ms. The result: accelerated fraud detection, reduced false positives by 22% and compliance with PCI-DSS standards.
Accelerated Genomic Sequencing for Life Sciences Research
A biotech startup scaled its Illumina DRAGEN pipeline on an HPE DL580 Gen10 outfitted with the P05683-L21 FIO Processor Kit to process whole-genome data sets. Utilizing 16 cores per CPU and optimized AVX-512 instructions, sample alignment throughput improved by 45% and end-to-end analysis time dropped from 18 hours to 10 hours. The benefit: faster R&D cycles, cost-effective compute and accelerated time-to-publication.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| P05683-L21 |  878125-L21 |  816649-B21 |  816663-L21 |  P05708-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 | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 | DDR4 & DDR5 |
| Generation | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen | Intel 13th Gen |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake |
| ECC Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Security Features | None | None | SGX | None | None |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX2 | AVX-512 | AVX2 |
| Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x | Intel VT-x |
| Cores | 8 | 8 | 16 | 16 | 8 |
| Threads | 16 | 16 | 24 | 24 | 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.6 GHz | 3.4 | 3.6 |
| Max Boost Clock | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 GHz | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Overclocking Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| L2 Cache | 4 | 4 | 8 MB | 2 | 4 |
| L3 Cache | 16 | 16 | 24 MB | 30 | 24 |
| TDP | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W | 125W |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 350 | N/A | 350 MHz | 350 | 350 |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1200 | N/A | 1200 MHz | 1300 | 1100 |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming / Workstation / Server |
| Product Name | P05683-L21 | Intel Core Processor 878125-L21 | Intel Core i7-13700K (816649-B21) | Intel Core i7-13700K | P05708-L21 |
| Height | 0.6 | N/A | N/A | 0.6 | N/A |
| Width | 1.5 | N/A | N/A | 1.5 | N/A |
| Depth | 1.5 | N/A | N/A | 1.5 | N/A |
| Weight | 0.3 | N/A | N/A | 0.3 | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
V
Victor Hammond
5
Consistent output for enterprise applications.
W
Waleed Aslam
4
Reliable performance under sustained workloads.
X
Xavier Turner
5
Good balance between power and efficiency.
Y
Yasir Mehmood
4
Met expectations for production systems.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE DL580 Gen10 Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 (2.3 GHz/16-core/125 W) FIO Processor Kit (SKU: P05683-L21)?
The P05683-L21 kit includes a factory-integrated Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 processor (16 cores, 2.3 GHz base, 125 W TDP) specifically validated for the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen10 server.
What are the key specifications of the Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 processor?
It features 16 physical cores, 32 threads, a base clock of 2.3 GHz, Turbo Boost up to 3.9 GHz, 22 MB Intel Smart Cache, six DDR4-2666 memory channels, and a 125 W TDP.
Which server platforms support the P05683-L21 processor kit?
This FIO kit is compatible exclusively with HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen10 servers running the Intel C621A chipset and requiring BIOS version 2.10 or later.
How much memory can the Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 support in an HPE DL580 Gen10?
It supports up to 6 TB of DDR4-2666 RDIMM or LRDIMM across 48 DIMM slots, leveraging six memory channels for optimal throughput.
Does the Xeon-Gold 5218 processor support Intel Hyper-Threading Technology?
Yes, it delivers 32 logical threads via Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, improving parallel workload performance in multi-threaded applications.
Is Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x/VT-d) supported?
Yes, the processor includes Intel VT-x for hardware virtualization and VT-d for direct I/O device assignment, ideal for virtual machine density.
What is the thermal design power (TDP) of this processor kit?
The Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 has a TDP of 125 W, ensuring balanced power efficiency and high performance under server workloads.
How do I install the P05683-L21 FIO Processor Kit?
Install by powering off the DL580 Gen10, unlocking the processor carrier, seating the FIO module in the LGA 3647 socket, securing the retention bracket, and updating BIOS to the latest version.
What performance improvements can I expect over previous-gen CPUs?
Compared to Gen9 Intel Xeon E5 processors, you gain up to 50% higher core count, faster memory bandwidth, and improved single-threaded performance with Turbo Boost.
Which operating systems are certified with this processor?
HPE certifies major enterprise OSes including VMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server on DL580 Gen10 with this CPU.
Does the FIO Processor Kit include warranty and support?
Yes, it carries HPE’s standard three-year parts, three-year labor warranty with 24×7 support options when registered under an HPE Care Pack service.
Can I upgrade from a lower-end processor to the Xeon-Gold 5218?
Yes, simply order the P05683-L21 FIO kit, ensure firmware is up to date, and follow HPE upgrade procedures to replace the existing CPU module.
What power supplies are recommended for optimal operation?
Use HPE 1200 W Flex Slot Platinum or 1800 W Flex Slot Platinum power supplies for N+1 redundancy and full support of the 125 W TDP processors in a four-socket DL580.
Which workloads benefit most from the Xeon-Gold 5218?
Ideal for virtualization, in-memory databases, analytics, ERP, and large-scale consolidation, thanks to high core count, memory bandwidth, and virtualization features.
What BIOS version is required for P05683-L21 compatibility?
HPE recommends BIOS version 2.10 or later on the DL580 Gen10 platform to ensure full support for the Intel Xeon-Gold 5218 features.
How do I verify successful installation?
After physical installation, power on the server, enter UEFI System Utilities to confirm the processor’s model and speed, and run HPE Insight diagnostics for validation.