The Intel Xeon Platinum 8160M was a high-end server/workstation processor with 24 cores, launched in July 2017. It is part of the Xeon Platinum lineup, using the Skylake-SP architecture with Socket LGA3647. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading technology, the core-count is effectively doubled, to 48 threads. To further increase overall system performance, up to eight Xeon Platinum 8160M CPUs can work together in a multi-processor (SMP) configuration.

Xeon Platinum 8160M has a generous 33 MB of L3 cache and operates at a base frequency of 2.1 GHz, with a maximum turbo boost frequency of 2.8 GHz depending on workload conditions. Intel manufactures the Xeon Platinum 8160M on a 14 nm production process, utilizing advanced transistor technology for improved efficiency. The multiplier is locked, which limits overclocking potential.

With a TDP of 150 W, the Xeon Platinum 8160M requires robust cooling solutions to maintain optimal performance. The processor supports DDR4 memory with a six-channel interface, offering high bandwidth for demanding workloads. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory is also supported, ensuring data integrity in mission-critical applications.

For system communication, the Xeon Platinum 8160M utilizes PCI-Express 3.0, providing high-speed connectivity for peripherals and accelerators. This processor does not include integrated graphics, so a dedicated graphics card may be necessary for display output.

Hardware virtualization (Intel VT-x) is fully supported, significantly enhancing virtual machine performance. Additionally, the processor includes advanced security features such as Intel AES-NI for accelerated encryption and Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) for secure computing environments.

The Xeon Platinum 8160M is optimized for enterprise workloads, including high-performance computing (HPC), virtualization, and large-scale database applications, making it a powerful choice for data centers and professional workstations.