Intel Xeon E-2224G socket: LGA 1151

The Intel Xeon E-2224G uses the LGA 1151 socket on revision 2 boards with C242 or C246. It is a quad core workstation chip with UHD Graphics P630 and ECC.

Launched
May 2019
Cores and threads
4 and 4
Base power
71 W
Segment
Workstation
Clocks
3.5 / 4.7 GHz

Intel Xeon E-2224G specifications

Cores4
Threads4 (no Hyper-Threading)
Core architectureCoffee Lake-S cores on 14 nm
Clocks3.5 GHz base, up to 4.7 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0
Cache8 MB Intel Smart Cache (L3)
Processor base power (TDP)71 W
Manufacturing process14 nm
Memory supportDDR4-2666 ECC, two channels, up to 128 GB
PCI Express16 lanes from the CPU, PCIe 3.0
Integrated graphicsIntel UHD Graphics P630 (350 MHz to 1.2 GHz)
MultiplierLocked
ECC memorySupported
PackageFCLGA1151 (37.5 by 37.5 mm)

Motherboard and chipset compatibility

Intel Xeon E-2224G needs a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.

SeriesChipsetsSupport
C240 series: C242 and C246C246, C242Works out of the box

Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1151.

LGA 1151 at a glance

TypeLGA, 1,151 contacts
Package size37.5 × 37.5 mm
IntroducedAugust 2015
MemoryDDR4 on most boards (some early boards use DDR3L). DDR4 only on the second revision
Cooler mounting holes75 × 75 mm

Read the full LGA 1151 socket guide

What the Xeon E-2224G is

The Xeon E-2224G adds integrated graphics to the entry quad core workstation formula. It launched in May 2019 with a 3.5 GHz base and up to 4.7 GHz boost at 71 W. Intel targets small offices that need display output without a discrete card.

Eight megabytes of Smart Cache support office apps and light CAD across four threads. There is no Hyper-Threading, so four cores give four threads with predictable timing. The slightly higher base over the non G version helps interactive response.

UHD Graphics P630 from 350 MHz to 1.2 GHz drives three displays for control rooms and front desks. The process is 14 nm and the multiplier is locked. ECC memory across two channels guards against bit errors during long uptimes.

Socket and motherboard compatibility

The E-2224G fits LGA 1151 on revision 2 boards only. C242 and C246 boards expose DisplayPort and HDMI for P630 graphics alongside ECC UDIMM slots. Consumer 300 series boards may display through it where listed, but ECC needs workstation chipsets.

Mid 2019 BIOS builds include E-2200 IDs. Early boards may need an update. Revision 1 boards never post. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers the revision requirements.

Single socket towers and small rack nodes suit this SKU. Growth means another Xeon E on the same board when more threads are needed.

Memory, PCIe and cooling

DDR4-2666 ECC UDIMMs in two channels up to 128 GB cover office servers and CAD light use. Dual channel operation aids P630 display throughput. Start with 16 GB for office multitasking.

Sixteen Gen3 CPU lanes stay free for NVMe or networking when P630 handles displays. Add a discrete GPU later where 3D work grows. Chipset lanes carry SATA and USB for the rest.

Cooling uses the 75 mm LGA 1151 pattern from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide. A 71 W stock cooler suffices for office loads. Keep vents open in small form towers.

Upgrade paths

On the same socket, the Intel Xeon E-2224 drops graphics at the same 71 W for headless nodes with a BMC. The Intel Xeon E-2244G adds Hyper-Threading for eight threads at the same power for heavier multitasking. Both fit C242 and C246 after a BIOS check.

Consumer i3-9100 gives similar cores without ECC for home labs. It lacks error correction for production data.

Past LGA 1151 newer Xeon E families move to LGA 1200. The E-2224G covers entry displays where four cores with graphics and ECC must run for years.

Frequently asked questions

What socket does the Intel Xeon E-2224G use?

It uses LGA 1151 on revision 2 boards with C242 or C246.

How many cores does the E-2224G have?

Four cores without Hyper-Threading give four threads. Base is 3.5 GHz with boost to 4.7 GHz.

Does the E-2224G include integrated graphics?

Yes, UHD Graphics P630 from 350 MHz to 1.2 GHz for three displays.

What memory does the E-2224G support?

DDR4-2666 ECC UDIMMs in two channels up to 128 GB.

When did the E-2224G launch?

May 2019 with Xeon E-2200.

Sources and verification

  1. Intel Xeon E-2224G Processor specifications (Intel)
  2. Intel Xeon E Processor family (Intel)
  3. Intel Xeon E-2224G specs (TechPowerUp)

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