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

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01CPUIntel Xeon E-2274G @ 4.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock4.0–4.9 GHzTDP83 WCPU Mark9,76902CPUIntel Xeon E-2234 @ 3.60GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.6–4.8 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,75103CPUIntel Xeon E-2244G @ 3.80GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.8–4.8 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,56004CPUIntel Xeon E-2174G @ 3.80GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.8–4.7 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,52405CPUIntel Xeon E-2134 @ 3.50GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 8Clock3.5–4.5 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,43406CPUIntel Xeon E-2144G @ 3.60GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock3.6–4.5 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark9,25407CPUIntel Xeon E-2224G @ 3.50GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.5–4.7 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark7,53908CPUIntel Core i3-9350KF @ 4.00GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock4.0–4.6 GHzTDP91 WCPU Mark7,48209CPUIntel Core i3-9320 @ 3.70GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.7–4.4 GHzTDP62 WCPU Mark7,35810CPUIntel Core i5-8300H @ 2.30GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 8Clock2.3–4.0 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark7,33111CPUIntel Xeon E-2224 @ 3.40GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.4–4.6 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark7,18012CPUIntel Xeon E-2124G @ 3.40GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.4–4.5 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark7,16913CPUIntel Core i3-9300 @ 3.70GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.7–4.3 GHzTDP62 WCPU Mark7,07014CPUIntel Core i3-8350K @ 4.00GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock4.0–— GHzTDP91 WCPU Mark6,91615CPUIntel Xeon E-2124 @ 3.30GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.3–4.3 GHzTDP71 WCPU Mark6,74816CPUIntel Core i3-9100F @ 3.60GHzGraphics data unavailableCores / threads4 / 4Clock3.6–4.2 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,70417CPUIntel Core i3-9100 @ 3.60GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.6–4.2 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,62618CPUIntel Core i3-8300 @ 3.70GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.7–— GHzTDP62 WCPU Mark6,33719CPUIntel Core i3-9300T @ 3.20GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.2–3.8 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark6,29320CPUIntel Core i3-8100 @ 3.60GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.6–— GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark6,05321CPUIntel Xeon E-2104G @ 3.20GHzIntel UHD Graphics P630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.2–— GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark5,70322CPUIntel Core i3-9100T @ 3.10GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.1–3.7 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark5,63323CPUIntel Core i3-8300T @ 3.20GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.2–— GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark5,48324CPUIntel Core i3-8100T @ 3.10GHzIntel UHD Graphics 630Cores / threads4 / 4Clock3.1–— GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark5,245