Dell R318G 3.33GHz 6MB 80W 2C X5260 Server Processor

Overview
The Dell R318G processor, part of the Intel Xeon X5260 family, delivers reliable performance for demanding server environments. With a clock speed of 3.33GHz and a 6MB shared L2 cache, this dual-core chip provides the processing power needed for virtualization, database management, and high-throughput web services. Designed for 80W power envelopes, the R318G balances energy efficiency with robust compute capability, making it an ideal upgrade for rack or tower servers that require consistent, scalable performance.

Key Features

• Dual-core architecture with 3.33GHz base frequency
• 6MB shared L2 cache for faster data access
• 80W thermal design power for efficient operation
• Supports Intel Hyper-Threading technology to improve multitasking
• Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers that use the X5260 socket
• Built on a 45nm manufacturing process for reliability

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: R318G
• Processor Type: Xeon 5000 series, X5260
• Core Count: 2 cores
• Thread Count: 4 threads (Hyper-Threading)
• Base Clock Speed: 3.33GHz
• Cache: 6MB L2 cache
• Bus Speed: 1333MT/s front side bus
• Thermal Design Power: 80W
• Socket Type: LGA 771 (Socket 771)
• Instruction Set: 64-bit Intel Architecture

Typical Applications
The Dell R318G processor is well suited for a variety of enterprise workloads, including:

• Virtual machine hosting and consolidation
• Database servers for transaction processing
• Web and application servers handling moderate traffic loads
• Small to medium business (SMB) data centers requiring stable, long-term performance
• Development and testing environments that benefit from multi-threaded processing

By integrating the R318G into your server infrastructure, you gain a balance of speed, cache capacity, and power efficiency that helps maintain high availability and responsiveness for critical business applications.