Cisco UCS-CPU-I5215LC= Intel 5215L 2.5 GHz 10-Core 85 W

Build stable, efficient compute capacity into Cisco UCS environments with the Intel 5215L processor. Its 10-core design is well suited to workloads that need consistent throughput without the power draw of larger high-core-count parts. A 2.5 GHz base frequency, 13.75 MB cache, and 85 W TDP make this CPU a practical fit for general-purpose virtualization, business applications, and lightly to moderately threaded services. DDR4 2666 MHz support aligns it with enterprise memory platforms used in mainstream server configurations. For infrastructure teams balancing performance, thermal limits, and operating cost, this processor offers a measured upgrade path. It is a strong choice when the goal is to keep Cisco UCS nodes efficient while maintaining the responsiveness expected in production systems. In dense environments, that balance can translate into better rack utilization and simpler capacity planning.