We know the Wii U's IBM-made CPU, made up of three Power PC cores, is one of its weaknesses, at least compared to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. But how will this impact the performance of Wii U ...
What's a CPU made of? What's the difference between a CPU and a GPU? Read our layman's overview of the central processing unit, or CPU. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a ...
CPUs receive data from every other part of the device, and then decide how and when to launch apps, display images, and more. Most computers run on Intel or AMD CPU chips, although new Apple products ...
One of the things I love the most about CES is finding all the silly one-offs and concept products that might never see full production. At CES 2025, in addition to its big, RTX-powered gaming laptop ...
Chinese computer manufacturer Powerleader Computer System is fending off allegations that its new central processing unit (CPU) is an old Intel chip in disguise, saying it was developed with support ...
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What Is a CPU?

A CPU or central processing unit is a computer system's most powerful and important component. CPUs are integrated circuits: solid-state components found in devices of all kinds, from phones and ...