Intel processor platform

Processors for LGA2011-3

Explore 67 processors recorded for the LGA2011-3 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 LGA2011-3

This LGA2011-3 page groups 67 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 4–22 cores 14,576 average CPU Mark 50.00–200.00 W TDP

Motherboard support

Confirm that the exact board model, chipset and BIOS revision support the chosen LGA2011-3 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 LGA2011-3 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 Xeon E5-2699A v4 @ 2.40GHz 22C / 44T 26,758CPU Mark
  2. 02 Intel Xeon E5-2698R v4 @ 2.20GHz 20C / 40T 25,341CPU Mark
  3. 03 Intel Xeon E5-2699 v4 @ 2.20GHz 22C / 44T 24,620CPU Mark
  4. 04 Intel Xeon E5-2696 v4 @ 2.20GHz 22C / 44T 24,536CPU Mark
  5. 05 Intel Xeon E5-2679 v4 @ 2.50GHz 20C / 40T 24,131CPU Mark

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the LGA2011-3 socket?

It is the mechanical and electrical interface between a processor and motherboard. This page groups CPUs recorded by CPULoom for the LGA2011-3 platform.

Will every LGA2011-3 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 LGA2011-3?

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: