Intel processor platform

Processors for LGA1151-2

Explore 86 processors recorded for the LGA1151-2 platform and compare their generations, core counts and performance results in one place. Use this index to understand the available upgrade range before checking board-level support for a specific CPU.

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Selection guide

Choosing a CPU for LGA1151-2

This LGA1151-2 page groups 86 processors recorded for the platform. Use the performance ranking to find strong candidates, then verify chipset, BIOS revision, power limits and memory support on the motherboard support page before buying; a matching socket name alone does not guarantee full compatibility.

1 brands 2–8 cores 9,388 average CPU Mark 25.00–127.00 W TDP

Motherboard support

Confirm that the exact board model, chipset and BIOS revision support the chosen LGA1151-2 processor.

Power and cooling

Check real board power limits, VRM capability and cooler capacity rather than relying on TDP alone.

Upgrade value

Compare the cost of the fastest sensible same-platform CPU with moving to a newer board and memory platform.

By CPU Mark

Performance ranking

This ranking shows the strongest LGA1151-2 processors by the CPU Mark stored by CPULoom. Balance the score with power use, core count, motherboard support and cooling before choosing an upgrade.

  1. 01 Intel Core i9-9900KS @ 4.00GHz 8C / 16T 19,339CPU Mark
  2. 02 Intel Core i9-9900K @ 3.60GHz 8C / 16T 18,021CPU Mark
  3. 03 Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz 8C / 16T 17,991CPU Mark
  4. 04 Intel Xeon E-2288G @ 3.70GHz 8C / 16T 17,432CPU Mark
  5. 05 Intel Core i9-9900 @ 3.10GHz 8C / 16T 16,279CPU Mark

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the LGA1151-2 socket?

It is the mechanical and electrical interface between a processor and motherboard. This page groups CPUs recorded by CPULoom for the LGA1151-2 platform.

Will every LGA1151-2 CPU work in any motherboard with that socket?

Not necessarily. Chipset, BIOS revision, processor-generation support and board power limits can differ, so check the motherboard manufacturer’s official CPU support list.

What is the best CPU for LGA1151-2?

The performance ranking highlights the highest stored CPU Mark results, but the best choice also depends on workload, budget, motherboard capability, cooling and power use.

Can I change CPU socket without replacing the motherboard?

Usually not. The socket is part of the motherboard, so moving to another socket requires a compatible board and may also require different memory or cooling hardware.

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:

Processor catalog

LGA1151-2

Showing 25–48 of 86

25CPUIntel Xeon E-2278GEL @ 2.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads8 / 16Clock2.0–3.9 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark12,02426CPUIntel Xeon E-2226G @ 3.40GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.4–4.7 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark11,08627CPUIntel Core i5-9600K @ 3.70GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.7–4.6 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark10,65228CPUIntel Core i5-9600KF @ 3.70GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 6Clock3.7–4.6 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark10,63729CPUIntel Core i7-9700T @ 2.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads8 / 8Clock2.0–4.3 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark10,57930CPUIntel Xeon E-2126G @ 3.30GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.3–4.5 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark10,37331CPUIntel Core i5-9600 @ 3.10GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.1–4.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark10,33232CPUIntel Core i7-8700T @ 2.40GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 12Clock2.4–4.0 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark10,21433CPUIntel Core i5-8600K @ 3.60GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.6–4.3 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark10,13534CPUIntel Core i5-8600 @ 3.10GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.1–4.3 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,99335CPUIntel Core i5-9500F @ 3.00GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 6Clock3.0–4.4 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,97736CPUIntel Core i5-9500 @ 3.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.0–4.4 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,84037CPUIntel Core i7-9700TE @ 1.80GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads8 / 8Clock1.8–3.8 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark9,82538CPUIntel Xeon E-2274G @ 4.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock4.0–4.9 GHzTDP83 WCPU Mark9,76939CPUIntel Xeon E-2234 @ 3.60GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.6–4.8 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,75140CPUIntel Core i5-9500TE @ 2.20GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock2.2–3.6 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark9,72041CPUIntel Core i5-9600T @ 2.30GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock2.3–3.9 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark9,57142CPUIntel Xeon E-2244G @ 3.80GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.8–4.8 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,56043CPUIntel Xeon E-2174G @ 3.80GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.8–4.7 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,52444CPUIntel Core i5-8500 @ 3.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock3.0–4.1 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,50045CPUIntel Core i5-9400F @ 2.90GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 6Clock2.9–4.1 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,46346CPUIntel Xeon E-2134 @ 3.50GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.5–4.5 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,43447CPUIntel Core i5-9400 @ 2.90GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads6 / 6Clock2.9–4.1 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark9,35048CPUIntel Xeon E-2144G @ 3.60GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.6–4.5 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,254