Lenovo Intel Xeon Gold 6338T 24-Core Processor Upgrade

Upgrade your Lenovo data center with the Lenovo Intel Xeon Gold (3rd Gen) 6338T processor, a high-density, multi-threaded powerhouse designed to accelerate demanding workloads, optimize virtualization environments, and deliver reliable performance in enterprise-class servers. The 6338T combines a tetracosa-core architecture (24 cores) with 48 threads, enabling exceptional parallelism for databases, analytics, engineering simulations, and real-time data processing. Built on a modern 10 nm process and delivering 64-bit processing with robust memory and cache capabilities, this CPU is engineered to maximize throughput while maintaining efficiency in densely populated Lenovo server environments. With a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a turbo frequency up to 3.40 GHz, it balances sustained performance with burst capability, ensuring responsive performance under diverse workloads—from batch processing to high-concurrency enterprise applications. The 36 MB L3 cache reduces latency and improves data reuse, helping applications access the data they need quickly without stalling pipelines. The 165 W Thermal Design Power underscores the need for capable cooling and robust power delivery in data centers, but paired with Lenovo server hardware and proper cooling, the 6338T shines in multi-threaded workloads, virtualization hosts, and compute-intensive tasks. This upgrade is purpose-built for Lenovo systems that support the LGA-4189 socket and 3rd Gen Xeon Gold processors, providing a path to extend server life, improve consolidation ratios, and enhance overall system performance without a full motherboard replacement. Whether you’re deploying virtual machines, running large-scale databases, or supporting AI and analytics pipelines, the 6338T’s blend of core count, thread density, and modern lithography helps you meet today’s performance requirements while keeping headroom for future workloads.

• High-core-count performance for multi-threaded workloads: With 24 cores and 48 threads, this Xeon Gold upgrade delivers substantial parallel processing power, making it ideal for virtualization hosts, large-scale databases, and compute-intensive analytics while maintaining responsiveness under concurrent workloads.
• Strong single-thread and turbo performance: The processor’s base clock of 2.10 GHz is complemented by a turbo capability up to 3.40 GHz, enabling fast single-thread responsiveness for latency-sensitive tasks and improved performance in mixed workloads where a few threads drive the majority of the work.
• Expansive cache for data-rich workloads: A 36 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency and improves data reuse, helping applications access frequently used data quickly, accelerating query processing, in-memory analytics, and real-time data processing.
• Designed for Lenovo server ecosystems: Built to plug into Lenovo systems that support the LGA-4189 socket, this upgrade aligns with Lenovo’s platform design, power delivery, and BIOS/firmware expectations, ensuring compatibility and streamlined deployment in data centers already standardized on Lenovo hardware.
• Thermal and efficiency potential at scale: The 10 nm process technology paired with a 165 W TDP supports sustained workloads when paired with appropriate cooling and power infrastructure, allowing for reliable performance in multi-node or multi-socket Lenovo configurations without compromising stability.

Technical Details of Lenovo Intel Xeon Gold (3rd Gen) 6338T

• Model: Intel Xeon Gold 6338T (3rd Gen)
• Cores / Threads: 24 cores, 48 threads
• Base Frequency: 2.10 GHz
• Max Turbo Frequency: 3.40 GHz
• Cache: 36 MB L3
• Process Technology: 10 nm
• Socket Type: LGA-4189
• TDP: 165 W
• Instruction Set: 64-bit processing
• Platform: Compatible with Lenovo servers supporting 3rd Gen Xeon Gold family on LGA-4189

how to install Lenovo Intel Xeon Gold 6338T

• Prepare your workspace: Power down the server and disconnect from power. Work in a static-free environment to protect sensitive components.
• Verify compatibility: Confirm that your motherboard supports the LGA-4189 socket and the Lenovo platform requirements for 3rd Gen Xeon Gold CPUs. Check BIOS/firmware availability and advisories from Lenovo for CPU compatibility.
• Open the chassis and locate the socket: Access the motherboard and locate the LGA-4189 socket. Ensure the socket lever is open and the socket is clean and free of debris.
• Install the processor: Align the processor with the socket key or notch marks and carefully place it into the socket. Gently close the socket lever to lock the CPU in place, ensuring even seating without forcing.
• Apply cooling and thermal considerations: Attach a compatible heatsink or cooling solution rated for up to 165 W TDP. Ensure thermal paste or pad is properly applied if required by the cooler, and secure mounting to avoid loose contact.
• Reassemble and power up: Reconnect power, boot the system, and enter the BIOS/UEFI. Verify that the new CPU is recognized, and apply any recommended BIOS microcode updates or processor firmware updates.
• Verify in the OS: After boot, confirm CPU visibility and performance through your operating system’s hardware information tools and monitoring utilities. Run a baseline test to ensure stability and monitor temperatures under load.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the core and thread count of the Lenovo Xeon Gold 6338T?

  A: It features 24 cores and 48 threads, delivering substantial multi-threaded performance for virtualization, databases, and compute-intensive workloads.

• Q: What is the base and turbo frequency?

  A: The base frequency is 2.10 GHz, with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.40 GHz for burst performance when single or lightly threaded tasks demand higher clocks.

• Q: What socket does this processor use?

  A: It uses the LGA-4189 socket, compatible with Lenovo servers designed for 3rd Gen Xeon Gold CPUs.

• Q: What is the TDP?

  A: The processor has a 165 W Thermal Design Power, indicating a need for robust cooling and power delivery in enterprise environments.

• Q: Is this an official Lenovo upgrade?

  A: Yes, the processor is presented as a Lenovo Intel Xeon Gold 6338T upgrade designed for Lenovo systems that support the LGA-4189 socket and 3rd Gen Xeon Gold processors.