Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 Server Processor (E5 2650V4) – 12-Core, 24-Thread, Up to 2.9GHz, LGA 2011-3, 30MB L3 (Refurbished)

The Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 (E5 2650V4) is an LGA 2011-3 server processor with 12 cores, 24 threads and boost clocks up to 2.9GHz. Built on Xeon E5-2600 v4 (Broadwell-EP), with 30MB L3, it is aimed at IT teams, MSPs and homelab builders upgrading or populating servers.

Proven server compute for upgrades, rebuilds and homelabs.

Getting More Out of Existing Server Platforms

When a server runs out of CPU headroom, replacing the whole platform is rarely the cheapest option. Many teams can extend the life of existing hosts by upgrading to a higher-core processor that fits the same socket, or by adding a second matched CPU.

The Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 delivers 12 cores and 24 threads on the LGA 2011-3 platform with 30MB L3 and DDR4-2400 ECC, 4-channel memory support. That makes it a practical choice for virtualization, databases, file and web services, and homelab clusters built on Xeon E5-2600 v4 (Broadwell-EP).

Cores, Clocks and Cache in Practice

With 12 cores, 24 threads, up to 2.9GHz and 30MB L3, the Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 handles virtual machines, containers and database workloads with headroom. Power is rated at 105W TDP.

Platform and Connectivity

The LGA 2011-3 socket supports DDR4-2400 ECC, 4-channel and 40 PCIe 3.0 lanes. A discrete graphics card is required for display output.

Setup Instructions

How to Install the Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4

1. Confirm your server motherboard supports the Xeon E5-2650 v4 on the LGA 2011-3 socket and update BIOS/firmware first.
2. Power down, discharge static and remove the existing heatsink and processor carefully.
3. Align the CPU with the socket key, install it, apply fresh thermal paste and refit the heatsink to the specified torque.
4. Boot to BIOS, confirm cores and memory are detected, then load your hypervisor or OS and verify performance.