Intel processor platform

Processors for LGA1151

Explore 93 processors recorded for the LGA1151 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

This LGA1151 page groups 93 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 5,564 average CPU Mark 25.00–95.00 W TDP

Motherboard support

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

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the LGA1151 socket?

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

Will every LGA1151 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?

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

Showing 25–48 of 93

25CPUIntel Core i7-6700T @ 2.80GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.8–3.6 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark6,97626CPUIntel Core i5-7600K @ 3.80GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.8–4.2 GHzTDP91 WCPU Mark6,81127CPUIntel Core i5-7600 @ 3.50GHzIntel HD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.5–4.1 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,58228CPUIntel Xeon E3-1240L v5 @ 2.10GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.1–3.2 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark6,54729CPUIntel Core i3-9100E @ 3.10GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.1–3.7 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,52930CPUIntel Xeon E3-1268L v5 @ 2.40GHzIntel HD Graphics P530Cores / threads4 / 8Clock2.4–3.4 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark6,33431CPUIntel Core i5-6600K @ 3.50GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.5–3.9 GHzTDP91 WCPU Mark6,31132CPUIntel Core i7-6700TE @ 2.40GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.4–3.4 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark6,20433CPUIntel Core i5-6600 @ 3.30GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.3–3.9 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,07134CPUIntel Core i5-7500 @ 3.40GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.4–3.8 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,04335CPUIntel Xeon E3-1225 v5 @ 3.30GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.3–3.7 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark5,95936CPUIntel Xeon E3-1225 v6 @ 3.30GHzIntel HD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.3–3.7 GHzTDP73 WCPU Mark5,88137CPUIntel Core i5-7600T @ 2.80GHzIntel HD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock2.8–3.7 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark5,84438CPUIntel Xeon E3-1205 v6 @ 3.00GHzIntel HD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.0–— GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,68239CPUIntel Xeon E3-1220 v5 @ 3.00GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.0–3.5 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark5,67540CPUIntel Xeon E3-1220 v6 @ 3.00GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.0–3.5 GHzTDP72 WCPU Mark5,62641CPUIntel Core i5-6500 @ 3.20GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.2–3.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,59942CPUIntel Core i5-6600T @ 2.70GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.7–3.5 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark5,59043CPUIntel Core i7-6822EQ @ 2.00GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.0–2.8 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark5,55044CPUIntel Core i5-7400 @ 3.00GHzIntel HD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.0–3.5 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,48145CPUIntel Core i5-6402P @ 2.80GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.8–3.4 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,38146CPUIntel Core i5-7500T @ 2.70GHzIntel HD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock2.7–3.3 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark5,24147CPUIntel Core i5-6400 @ 2.70GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock2.7–3.3 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,18448CPUIntel Xeon E3-1235L v5 @ 2.00GHzIntel HD Graphics P530Cores / threads4 / 4Clock2.0–3.0 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark5,013