Cisco UCS-CPU-I6254C= Intel Xeon 6254 3.1 GHz 18-Core | Rack Server — UCS-CPU-I6254C=

Increase compute density in Cisco UCS C220 M5 deployments with the Intel Xeon 6254 processor. This 18-core part is aimed at teams that need stronger per-socket throughput and more parallel execution than lower-tier CPUs can provide, while still staying within a familiar enterprise rack-server platform. The 3.1 GHz base clock helps maintain strong responsiveness under mixed workloads, and the 24.75 MB L3 cache supports cache-sensitive services that benefit from faster access to frequently used data. With DDR4-2933 memory support, the processor is designed to keep pace with modern server memory subsystems rather than becoming the limiting factor. At 200 W TDP, this CPU is a better fit for environments that prioritize performance density and have the cooling and power capacity to support it. That makes it a strong choice for virtualization clusters, database servers, and application platforms where consolidating more workloads per node can reduce rack footprint and simplify operations. For Cisco UCS teams, it offers a clear step up in capability for demanding production workloads. Ideal For High-density virtualization host in a Cisco UCS C220 M5 rack server Database server with heavier parallel processing demands Application tier for production workloads with strict response targets Compute node for analytics and consolidation projects Why This Product 1 More cores than the 16-core 6242 for higher consolidation density 2 Higher base clock than the 6242 for stronger per-core performance 3 Larger cache than the 6242 for cache-sensitive workloads 4 Higher 200 W power envelope for performance-focused deployments