CPU
The CPU is often called the “brain of the computer.” It executes instructions from software, processes data, and coordinates tasks across all other components. 1. Core Functions 2. Key Specifications 3. Major Players (2025) Brand Key models ISA Process node Segment Intel Core Ultra 7/9, Core i5/i7/i9 14th Gen; Xeon Scalable (Sapphire Rapids); Xeon 6 x86-64 Intel 7, Intel 4, 10 nm class; 7 nm class; 18A roadmap Desktop, mobile, workstation, server AMD Ryzen 7000/8000/9000; Ryzen AI; Threadripper 7000; EPYC 9004 (Genoa/Bergamo/Siena) x86-64 TSMC N5/N4, N3 (select), 6 nm for IO dies Desktop, mobile, HEDT, server Apple M3, M3 Pro/Max; M4 ARMv9 TSMC N3/N3E Laptops, desktops, tablets Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite/X Plus; Snapdragon 8 Gen 3/4 ARMv9 TSMC N4/N4P; N3...
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