What Are CPU Cores, And How Many Do You Need?

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What is a CPU? A guide to the 'brain' of your computer or phone, including how it works

A CPU, or central processing unit, is a vital part of your computer or phone, and is responsible for executing every command you or an app makes.
PC World

What is the difference between Intel Core i3, i5 and i7?

Intel Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 CPUs have been around for a few years now, but some buyers still get stumped whenever they attempt to build their own systems and are forced to choose among the ...
Ars Technica

Intel’s Core i5 is the best bargain in CPUs right now, but which should you get?

Fancy, expensive processors are fun, but for most people who just want to build a decent middle-of-the-road PC for gaming (and anything else), the best advice is usually to buy a Core i5 or Ryzen 5 ...

Intel Core Ultra & Windows Copilot: What local AI can (and can’t) do

Intel Core Ultra CPUs enable the operation of local AI solutions. This allows users to utilize AI solutions without having to ...
Digital Trends

What’s the best $300 CPU? I compared two of the best options

If you want a midrange processor in 2024, two of the best options available are AMD’s Ryzen 7 7700X and Intel’s Core i5-14600K. These $300-ish processors offer lots of cores for high performance ...