Intel E5-1603 Xeon E5-1603 4-Core 2.8GHz Processor (10MB 130W)

Intel E5-1603 Xeon E5-1603 4-Core 2.8GHz Processor (10MB 130W)
Intel E5-1603 Xeon E5-1603 4-Core 2.8GHz Processor (10MB 130W)
The Intel Xeon E5-1603 is a high-performance 4-core processor designed for entry level servers and workstations that demand reliable multi-threaded performance. Built on the Sandy Bridge-EP architecture, it delivers a 2.8GHz base clock speed with Tur... Read More
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  • In Stock: 157
  • Manufacturer: Intel
  • Model or Part: E5-1603
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview

The Intel Xeon E5-1603 is a high-performance 4-core processor designed for entry level servers and workstations that demand reliable multi-threaded performance. Built on the Sandy Bridge-EP architecture, it delivers a 2.8GHz base clock speed with Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz, providing strong compute power while maintaining an efficient 130W thermal design power.

Key Features

  • 4 physical cores and 8 threads for parallel workloads
  • Base frequency 2.8GHz, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
  • 10MB Intel Smart Cache shared across all cores
  • 130W TDP for balanced performance and power consumption
  • Support for DDR3 memory up to 1600MHz
  • Integrated Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) for fast data transfer
  • Enhanced reliability, availability and serviceability features

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Intel
  • Model/Part Number: E5-1603
  • Socket Type: LGA 2011
  • Core Count: 4 cores / 8 threads
  • Base Clock Speed: 2.8GHz
  • Turbo Boost Max Frequency: 3.6GHz
  • L3 Cache: 10MB Intel Smart Cache
  • TDP: 130W
  • Memory Support: DDR3-1333/1600, up to 64GB per socket
  • Instruction Set: 64-bit x86, SSE4.2, AVX
  • Virtualization: Intel VT-x and VT-d support
  • I/O Interfaces: PCI Express 3.0, QPI

Typical Applications

  • Entry level rack or tower servers for small to medium businesses
  • Virtualization hosts running multiple VMs
  • Workstation environments for CAD, 3D rendering and content creation
  • Database servers handling moderate transaction loads
  • Scientific computing tasks that benefit from multi-core parallelism

This processor combines the reliability of Intel Xeon with a cost-effective core count, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to scale performance without excessive power draw. Whether you are consolidating workloads, building a virtualization platform, or need a solid foundation for workstation applications, the Xeon E5-1603 delivers consistent results.