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Processors 2016

Explore 190 processors indexed under 2016 and scan their key platform, core, power and benchmark data in one place. This overview maps the available range before the performance ranking and decision guidance below.

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Selection guide

How to choose from 2016

This page groups 190 processors classified under 2016. This category groups processors released or recorded in 2016. Use the catalog to shortlist candidates, then compare real performance and workload-relevant specifications rather than relying on the category label alone.

3 brands 1–22 cores 6,100 average CPU Mark 4.00–200.00 W TDP

What this category shows

This category groups processors released or recorded in 2016.

What to compare

Compare current platform support, efficiency, memory and price against newer generations.

Check before choosing

A newer year does not automatically make every processor faster than an older one.

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Performance ranking

The table ranks the strongest 2016 processors by the CPU Mark available in CPULoom. It is useful for broad performance comparisons, while the single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work.

01 Intel Xeon E5-2699 v4 @ 2.20GHz 22C / 44T 24,620CPU Mark
02 Intel Xeon E5-2696 v4 @ 2.20GHz 22C / 44T 24,536CPU Mark
03 Intel Xeon E5-2679 v4 @ 2.50GHz 20C / 40T 24,131CPU Mark
04 Intel Xeon E5-2698 v4 @ 2.20GHz 20C / 40T 22,490CPU Mark
05 Intel Xeon E5-2697A v4 @ 2.60GHz 16C / 32T 21,547CPU Mark

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the 2016 category mean?

This release-year category groups processors associated with 2016. This category groups processors released or recorded in 2016.

What is the fastest processor in 2016?

The performance ranking highlights the highest available CPU Mark in this category. The best practical choice can differ by application, single-thread speed, power, cooling and price.

How should I compare 2016 processors?

Compare current platform support, efficiency, memory and price against newer generations. Open each processor page for full specifications or add close candidates to the comparison tool.

Is this category enough to make a buying decision?

No. A newer year does not automatically make every processor faster than an older one. Also verify motherboard and memory compatibility, cooling requirements and benchmarks relevant to your software.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update: 2026-10-20

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