As a high-performance processor for data centers and enterprise servers, the Intel Xeon E5-2680 is a remarkable piece of technology. It has eight cores with 16 threads, a base clock speed of 2.70GHz and provides extraordinary parallel processing capabilities. The E5-2680 is designed to handle complex workloads with ease, making it wonderful for cloud computing and virtualization. It also features 20MB of Smart Cache, ensuring Eskom a reliable store of data while simultaneously providing unparalleled efficiency in high demand environments.