Intel Xeon W-1370 socket: LGA 1200
The Intel Xeon W-1370 uses the LGA 1200 socket. It is an 80 W 8-core Rocket Lake workstation processor with P750 graphics and ECC memory support.
- Socket
- LGA 1200
- Launched
- May 2021
- Cores and threads
- 8 and 16
- Base power
- 80 W
- Codename
- Rocket Lake
- Segment
- Workstation
- Family
- Intel Xeon W
- Clocks
- 2.9 / 5.1 GHz
Intel Xeon W-1370 specifications
| Cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 16 |
| Core architecture | Cypress Cove (Rocket Lake) |
| Clocks | 2.9 GHz base, up to 5.1 GHz turbo |
| Cache | 16 MB Intel Smart Cache (L3) |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 80 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s ECC, two channels, up to 128 GB |
| PCI Express | 20 lanes from the CPU: PCIe 4.0 x16 plus PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics P750 (32 execution units, up to 1.30 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| ECC memory | Yes |
| Package | FCLGA1200 |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Xeon W-1370 needs a motherboard with a LGA 1200 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 500 series | Z590, H570, B560, H510, Q570, W580 | Works out of the box |
| 400 series: Z490, H470, Q470, W480 | Z490, H470, Q470, W480 | Needs a BIOS update Needs a BIOS update from the board maker. PCIe 4.0 depends on how the board is wired. |
| 400 series: B460, H410 | B460, H410 | Not supported |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1200.
LGA 1200 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,200 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | April 2020 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Xeon W-1370 is
The Xeon W-1370 is an 8-core workstation processor that Intel released in May 2021 with the Xeon W-1300 range. Its Cypress Cove cores run 2.9 GHz base to 5.1 GHz turbo with Hyper-Threading for 16 threads. Cache is 16 MB of Intel Smart Cache.
The chip balances 8 cores with an 80 W envelope for stations that run mixed modeling and office tasks together. The 5.1 GHz burst helps single thread tools that stall on slower cores. The 14 nm process and locked multiplier keep the focus on steady single socket use.
Intel UHD Graphics P750 handle display output, with 32 execution units at 350 MHz base and up to 1.30 GHz boost. ECC memory support guards models in long sessions. The socket package is FCLGA1200 at 37.5 × 37.5 mm.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The W-1370 fits the LGA 1200 socket. Workstation boards with W580 chipsets accept it with the shipping BIOS, and C252 or C256 server boards also cover it. The board maker CPU support list for the W-1300 range names the minimum BIOS for this 8-core model.
A buyer who needs error correction should choose a W580, C252 or C256 board with ECC UDIMM support rather than a desktop chipset. Single socket operation is the only option, so growth stays within the same board.
Boards built for 6-core W models accept this chip with a BIOS update when power stages allow 80 W. Check the board power rating before swapping up from a lower power part.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
The memory controller supports DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s in two channels, up to 128 GB, with ECC support. CAD stations often use 2 by 16 GB ECC UDIMM for model integrity with speed. The controller does not accept DDR5.
The CPU supplies 20 PCIe 4.0 lanes: x16 plus x4 from the processor. Workstations use the lanes for professional graphics and fast SSD storage. The board specifications state which slots reach full speed.
At 80 W, a tower workstation cooler with strong directed airflow suffices. Mounting uses the 75 mm LGA 1200 pattern from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide. P750 graphics cover setup and light CAD without a separate card.
Upgrade paths
Against the Intel Core i7-11700, the W-1370 adds ECC, workstation chipsets and P750 graphics with similar 8-core layout. The desktop i7 part suits creation towers, while this workstation part suits CAD seats with error correction. Both share the same socket but target different boards.
Moving to a newer workstation platform needs a new board and memory generation. The W-1370 fits a CAD station, a software build host, or a media encoder with display needs.
For used buyers, the 80 W W makes sense when threads and ECC matter together. When sustained clocks matter most, the 125 W P model gives higher bases on the same board.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Intel Xeon W-1370 use?
It uses LGA 1200, written FCLGA1200 in Intel documents, on W580, C252 or C256 workstation boards.
How many cores does the Intel Xeon W-1370 have?
8 cores with 16 threads, 2.9 GHz base and up to 5.1 GHz turbo, with 16 MB of Intel Smart Cache.
What memory does the Intel Xeon W-1370 support?
DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s with ECC in two channels, up to 128 GB. ECC guards models in workstation use.
What graphics does the Intel Xeon W-1370 include?
Intel UHD Graphics P750 with 32 execution units up to 1.30 GHz for setup and light CAD use.
What is the TDP of the Intel Xeon W-1370?
80 W. A tower workstation cooler with strong directed airflow suffices.
Sources and verification
- Intel Xeon W-1370 Specs (TechPowerUp)
- List of Intel Xeon processors Rocket Lake-based (W-1370 2.9 to 5.1 GHz, 80 W)
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