Intel processor platform

Processors for LGA2011

Explore 93 processors recorded for the LGA2011 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

This LGA2011 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 2–24 cores 8,272 average CPU Mark 50.00–165.00 W TDP

Motherboard support

Confirm that the exact board model, chipset and BIOS revision support the chosen LGA2011 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 processors by the CPU Mark stored by CPULoom. Balance the score with power use, core count, motherboard support and cooling before choosing an upgrade.

01 Intel Xeon E7-4809 v2 @ 1.90GHz 6C / 12T 16,471CPU Mark
02 Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2 @ 2.70GHz 12C / 24T 14,248CPU Mark
03 Intel Xeon E5-2696 v2 @ 2.50GHz 12C / 24T 13,918CPU Mark
04 Intel Xeon E5-2695 v2 @ 2.40GHz 12C / 24T 13,367CPU Mark
05 Intel Xeon E5-2690 v2 @ 3.00GHz 10C / 20T 13,292CPU Mark

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the LGA2011 socket?

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

Will every LGA2011 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?

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: 2026-10-20

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