Intel processor platform

Processors for LGA1366

Explore 66 processors recorded for the LGA1366 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 LGA1366

This LGA1366 page groups 66 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 2–6 cores 3,937 average CPU Mark 40.00–130.00 W TDP

Motherboard support

Confirm that the exact board model, chipset and BIOS revision support the chosen LGA1366 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 LGA1366 socket?

It is the mechanical and electrical interface between a processor and motherboard. This page groups CPUs recorded by CPULoom for the LGA1366 platform.

Will every LGA1366 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 LGA1366?

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

LGA1366

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01CPUIntel Xeon W3690 @ 3.47GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.5–3.7 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark7,36102CPUIntel Core i7-990X @ 3.47GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.5–3.7 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark7,14303CPUIntel Xeon X5679 @ 3.20GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.2–3.6 GHzTDP115 WCPU Mark7,09504CPUIntel Xeon X5690 @ 3.47GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.5–3.7 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark7,04905CPUIntel Xeon W3680 @ 3.33GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.3–3.6 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark7,02906CPUIntel Xeon X5680 @ 3.33GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.3–3.6 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark6,89507CPUIntel Core i7-980 @ 3.33GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.3–3.6 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark6,88608CPUIntel Core i7-980X @ 3.33GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.3–3.6 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark6,83209CPUIntel Core i7-970 @ 3.20GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.2–3.5 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark6,58410CPUIntel Xeon X5675 @ 3.07GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.1–3.5 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark6,44111CPUIntel Xeon W3670 @ 3.20GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.2–3.5 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark6,39512CPUIntel Xeon X5670 @ 2.93GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.9–3.3 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark6,15413CPUIntel Xeon X5660 @ 2.80GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.8–3.2 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark6,00214CPUIntel Xeon X5650 @ 2.67GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.7–3.1 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark5,76215CPUIntel Xeon E5649 @ 2.53GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.5–2.9 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark5,64616CPUIntel Xeon X5687 @ 3.60GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.6–3.9 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark5,41717CPUIntel Xeon X5677 @ 3.47GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.5–3.7 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark5,06418CPUIntel Xeon X5672 @ 3.20GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.2–3.6 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark5,03619CPUIntel Xeon E5645 @ 2.40GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.4–2.7 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark4,93320CPUIntel Xeon L5640 @ 2.27GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.3–2.8 GHzTDP60 WCPU Mark4,79521CPUIntel Xeon X5667 @ 3.07GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.1–3.5 GHzTDP95 WCPU Mark4,69722CPUIntel Xeon X5647 @ 2.93GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock2.9–3.2 GHzTDP130 WCPU Mark4,44123CPUIntel Xeon L5639 @ 2.13GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads6 / 12Clock2.1–2.7 GHzTDP60 WCPU Mark4,41924CPUIntel Core i7-985 @ 3.47GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.5–— GHzTDP—CPU Mark3,928