Intel released the Xeon E5506 processor :year_text, expanding its popular :family_text series. Thanks to the use of the 45 nm process node, the manufacturer achieved an excellent balance of performance. The chip is installed in the compatible motherboards socket. The computational arsenal of this model includes 4 cores, capable of executing 4 instruction threads simultaneously. Starting operating frequencies begin at 2.1 GHz. The processor is equipped with a spacious buffer: the L3 cache memory volume is 4 MB. The processor's base thermal design power (TDP) is stated at 80 W. Regarding gaming performance, the chip provides a basic level of comfort. It's perfectly suited for casual games, online projects, or esports disciplines where extreme power isn't required.