Intel Xeon E7-8880L v3 socket: LGA 2011-1
The Intel Xeon E7-8880L v3 uses the LGA 2011-1 socket on Brickland 8S boards. It is a low power 18 core Haswell-EX part with 36 threads from 2.0 GHz to 2.8 GHz at 115 W.
- Socket
- LGA 2011-1
- Launched
- June 2015
- Cores and threads
- 18 and 36
- Base power
- 115 W
- Codename
- Haswell-EX
- Segment
- Server
- Family
- Intel Xeon E7
- Clocks
- 2.0 / 2.8 GHz
Intel Xeon E7-8880L v3 specifications
| Cores | 18 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 36 |
| Core architecture | Haswell cores on 22 nm |
| Clocks | 2.0 GHz base, up to 2.8 GHz turbo |
| Cache | 45 MB Last Level Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 115 W |
| Manufacturing process | 22 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4 and DDR3 ECC, four channels, up to 1.5 TB per socket |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 32 lanes |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| ECC memory | Supported |
| Package | FCLGA2011 (52 × 45 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Xeon E7-8880L v3 needs a motherboard with a LGA 2011-1 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Brickland platform | C602J | Works out of the box Boards ship with E7 v3 support on Brickland. Check the system vendor matrix for BIOS and stepping. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 2011-1.
LGA 2011-1 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 2,011 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 52 × 45 mm |
| Introduced | May 2015 |
| Memory | DDR4-1333 to 1866 and DDR3 with ECC, four channels, up to 1.5 TB per socket |
| Cooler mounting holes | Board specific (server heatsink) |
What the Xeon E7-8880L v3 is
The Xeon E7-8880L v3 is a low power 18 core Haswell-EX part on LGA 2011-1 for efficient 8S systems. Intel set 18 cores and 36 threads at 2.0 GHz base with turbo to 2.8 GHz. Forty five megabytes of last level cache cover guests. Power is 115 W on 22 nm from the second quarter of 2015. The L suffix marks low power tuning.
Eighteen cores at 115 W suit power capped data centers with 8S memory needs. Lower base clocks save watts while turbo preserves bursts. Three QPI links at 9.6 GT/s mesh eight sockets. Density per watt leads the 18 core line.
DDR4 and DDR3 ECC over four channels to 1.5 TB per socket scale memory with modest power. Buyers pick the 8880L v3 where 8S thread count must fit strict power envelopes.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 8880L v3 fits LGA 2011-1 on Brickland 8S boards with low power firmware profiles. E7-8800 validates to eight sockets. Check vendor power capping support for L SKUs.
ECC memory is DDR3 or DDR4 per system. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers concepts, vendor docs decide power and DIMM policies.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
Memory to 1.5 TB per socket with ECC suits efficient 8S guests. DDR4 preferred for bandwidth per watt. Power capping policies protect rack budgets.
PCIe 3.0 with 32 lanes per socket serves fabrics and storage. Efficiency nodes favor network throughput. NUMA placement trims tail latency.
Cooling uses 115 W 8S heatsinks with standard airflow. Low power tuning eases thermal density. No retail cooler exists.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket the Intel Xeon E7-8870 v3 at 140 W nearby adds clocks for similar threads, while the Intel Xeon E7-8880 v3 at 150 W lifts base further. All share LGA 2011-1 where listed.
A v4 refresh needs new firmware. The 8880L v3 leads low power 18 core 8S where watts cap scale.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Xeon E7-8880L v3 use?
It uses LGA 2011-1 on Brickland 8S boards.
How many cores does the Xeon E7-8880L v3 have?
18 cores and 36 threads at 2.0 GHz base with turbo to 2.8 GHz.
What is the TDP of the Xeon E7-8880L v3?
115 W low power tuning.
When did the Xeon E7-8880L v3 launch?
June 2015.
Sources and verification
- Intel Xeon Processor E7-8880L v3 specifications (Intel)
- Intel Xeon E7 v3 Family Brief (Intel, SKU table)
Facts last checked against these sources on . Page last edited on .