Intel Xeon W-1290 1290E 1290TE XEON Server CPU Intel SR3W2 W-2175 CPU 19.25M Cache 2.50 GHz

Intel Xeon W-1290 Series Overview

The Xeon W-1290 series consists of three 10-core/20-thread workstation processors based on Intel’s Comet Lake architecture, designed for professional workloads that demand reliability, ECC memory support, and Intel vPro security. These CPUs target different power/performance profiles while maintaining core consistency across the lineup.

1. Intel Xeon W-1290 – The Performance Leader

• Max Performance: With a 3.2 GHz base clock and 5.2 GHz turbo, this is the fastest chip in the series.

• 80W TDP: Higher thermal design power allows sustained boost clocks.

• Best For:
  ✔ High-frequency workloads (CAD, simulation)
  ✔ Video editing (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve)
  ✔ 3D rendering where single-thread speed matters

• Tradeoff: Requires more robust cooling than E/TE variants.

2. Intel Xeon W-1290E – The Balanced Workhorse

• Efficiency Focus: 2.9 GHz base / 4.8 GHz turbo at a reduced 65W TDP.

• Use Case Advantages:
  ✔ Always-on workstations (medical imaging, financial terminals)
  ✔ Energy-conscious environments needing 24/7 reliability
  ✔ Virtualization hosts where power savings add up

• Performance Note: ~8% lower multi-core performance than W-1290 due to power limits.

3. Intel Xeon W-1290TE – The Ultra-Low-Power Specialist

• Extreme Efficiency: 1.9 GHz base / 4.6 GHz turbo at just 35W TDP.

• Niche Applications:
  ✔ Industrial PCs (digital signage, kiosks)
  ✔ Fanless embedded systems
  ✔ Edge computing devices with thermal constraints

• Limitation: Base clock is 40% lower than W-1290, impacting sustained workloads.

Shared Features Across All Models

• 10 Cores / 20 Threads: Consistent core count for multi-threaded apps.

• ECC Memory Support: Critical for workstation reliability.

• Intel vPro: Remote management and hardware security.

• UHD P630 Graphics: Basic GPU for display/output (not for serious rendering).

• DDR4-2933 & 128GB RAM: Standard memory support.

Comparison Summary

Which One to Choose?

• For most workstations: W-1290 delivers the best performance.

• For 24/7 operation: W-1290E balances power and speed.

• For thermal-limited setups: W-1290TE is the only viable option.