IBM 00AE688 2.6 GHz 20 MB 90W 8-Core Processor

Overview

The IBM 00AE688 is a high-performance 8-core processor designed for demanding server and workstation environments. Running at 2.6 GHz with a 20 MB shared L3 cache, this chip delivers fast, reliable compute power while maintaining a modest 90W thermal design power. It is ideal for workloads that require parallel processing, large data sets, and consistent throughput.

Key Features

• Eight physical cores with simultaneous multithreading support for up to sixteen threads
• 2.6 GHz base frequency for responsive single-thread performance
• 20 MB shared L3 cache to reduce memory latency
• 90W TDP provides a balance between power consumption and performance
• Advanced security extensions including hardware encryption and secure boot
• Compatible with standard IBM server platforms and major operating systems

Technical Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 00AE688
• Core Count: 8 cores
• Thread Count: 16 threads
• Base Clock Speed: 2.6 GHz
• Cache: 20 MB L3
• Thermal Design Power: 90W
• Instruction Set: x86_64
• Socket Type: IBM standard LGA
• Supported Memory Types: DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s
• Integrated Memory Controller: Dual channel
• Fabrication Process: 14 nm

Typical Applications

• Enterprise servers handling virtualization and cloud workloads
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters for scientific simulations
• Database servers that require fast transaction processing
• Big data analytics platforms processing large data sets
• Engineering workstations for CAD, rendering, and simulation
• Financial services applications such as risk analysis and real-time trading