Processors

A processor is the logic circuitry that responds to and processes the basic instructions that drive a computer. The term processor has generally replaced the term central processing unit (CPU). The processor in a personal computer or embedded in small devices is often called a microprocessor.

WHAT’S A PROCESSOR?

The processor number is one of several factors, along with processor brand, specific system configurations and system-level benchmarks, to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.

A higher number within a processor class or family generally indicates more features, but it may be more of one and less of another.  Once you decide on a specific processor brand and type, compare processor numbers to verify the processor includes the features you are looking for.

PROCESSSOR NUMBERS

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Intel’s processor number system is used with the following brands:

Intel® Core® processors Intel® Pentium® processors Intel® Celeron® processors Intel® Atom™ processors Intel® Xeon® and Itanium®

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XEON PROCESSORS

ITANIUM PROCESSORS

ATOM PROCESSORS

CELERON PROCESSORS

PENTIUM PROCESSORS

CORE PROCESSOR

AMD PROCESSORS

PHENOM PROCESSORS

ATHLON PROCESSORS

SEMPRON PROCESSORS

By:Josefina Grezzi