Intel Xeon Gold 6530
The Intel Xeon Gold 6530 is a 32-core, 64-thread processor from the 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable (Emerald Rapids) family for two-socket servers. It runs at 2.10 GHz base and 4.00 GHz turbo with 160 MB of cache and a 270 W TDP. Intel lists eight DDR5 channels at 4800 MT/s (one DIMM per channel), up to 4 TB, and 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes. It follows the Gold 6430 from the 4th Gen family. Buyers use it in virtualization and database hosts that need many cores per socket.
Also written as: Xeon Gold 6530, Intel 6530, Gold 6530 32-Core
Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Family | Xeon Scalable |
| Form factor | Socket LGA 4677 |
| Released | 2023 |
| Cores | 32 |
| Base clock (GHz) | 2.1 |
| Tdp (W) | 270 |
Generations
- Previous generation: Intel Xeon Gold 6430
Check compatibility with Intel
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Intel has tested with the Intel Xeon Gold 6530.
- Specifications Intel Product Specifications (ARK)
- Support Intel Support
Equivalent models from other brands
Buying a used Xeon Gold 6530: what to check
Inspect the LGA 4677 pins and confirm the server model lists 5th Gen processors as supported and runs a current BIOS. Match the heatsink to 270 W and use matched CPUs in pairs.
FAQ
How many cores does the Xeon Gold 6530 have?
It has 32 cores and 64 threads at a 2.10 GHz base clock, up to 4.00 GHz turbo, with 160 MB of cache and a 270 W TDP.
Which memory does the Gold 6530 use?
Eight channels of DDR5 at 4800 MT/s with one DIMM per channel, up to 4 TB, plus 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes. It runs in one or two sockets.
Is the Gold 6530 the same socket as the Gold 6430?
Yes. Both use socket LGA 4677, but the 6530 is a 5th Gen part and the server needs BIOS support for it.
Buying or selling Xeon Gold 6530?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Intel Xeon Gold 6530 Processor (160M Cache, 2.10 GHz) Product Specifications, checked 2026-10-27