China’s server technology firm Montage Technology has been found selling Intel’s Xeon 6E “Sierra Forest” CPU series under a new name, branding them as the C6E series. This move reflects the company’s previous strategy where they rebranded Intel’s 5th Gen Xeon “Emerald Rapids” as their own product. Adopting the slogan “Pioneering Energy-Efficient Computing, Powering Green Growth,” Montage aims to align with the eco-friendly computing trend.
Montage Technology promotes these processors under the 6th Gen Jintide E-Core CPU portfolio. Despite the rebranding, their specs mirror that of Intel’s original Xeon 6E “Sierra Forest” versions. The unveiled SKUs from Montage include a variety of core options:
1. C6710E with 64 cores
2. C6740E with 96 cores
3. C6746E with 112 cores
4. C6756E with 128 cores
5. C6766E with 144 cores
Compared to the full Intel range, Montage’s offering lacks two chips: the Xeon 6780E and the Xeon 6731E, which both have different clock speeds and thermal design power (TDP) ratings but feature 144/96 cores respectively.
The C6E series maintains the same technical features as their Intel counterparts, supporting DDR5 RDIMMs, eight memory channels, and speeds up to 6400 MT/s. The chips also come with 88 PCIe Gen 5.0 lanes, comply with CXL 2.0 standards, and are compatible with the LGA 4710 socket, having a package size of 82x62mm. Catering to dual-socket platforms, these CPUs can handle up to 1 TB of memory capacity, similar to the Intel Xeon 6E family.
While there hasn’t been an official statement from Montage Technology regarding their partnership with Intel, the circumstances highly suggest that there is an agreement between the two companies. Montage appears to have chosen to brand the chips under their name rather than selling them directly under Intel’s banner.
It’s important for consumers and businesses to understand the specifications and origin of the processors they purchase. Here is a more detailed overview of Intel’s original Xeon 6700E “Sierra Forest” CPUs, which align with Montage Technology’s C6E offerings:
– The Xeon 6780E is a powerhouse with 144 cores, a base clock of 2.2 GHz, and an all-core boost of up to 3.0 GHz, featuring a 108 MB L3 cache.
– Following suit, the Xeon 6766E also supports 144 cores but with a slightly lower frequency and TDP.
– The Xeon 6756E offers 128 cores, maintaining solid performance at a lower power consumption.
– For users requiring fewer cores, the Xeon 6746E and 6740E provide strong alternatives with 112 and 96 cores respectively.
– Lastly, the Xeon 6731E brings 96 cores with a single-socket configuration.
All these CPUs support DDR5 memory and offer dual-socket scalability, designed to meet various performance and energy demands.
For those interested in upgrading their server capabilities, understanding the relationship between Intel’s Xeon lineup and Montage Technology’s corresponding series could provide additional purchasing options. However, it’s advisable to conduct thorough research and potentially reach out to the manufacturers for clarification on product support and warranties.
