What is Processor?

Processors are the most important component of a computer system. A Processor is a hardware that performs data input/output, processing, and storage functions for a computer system. In this article, we are going to discuss processors.

What is the Processor in a Computer?

The processor or CPU is the brain of your computer. It performs program tasks, calculates data from input, and manages and coordinates other parts like memory, devices connected to the computer, and what shows up on the screen.

Components of CPU

• Memory or Storage Unit
• Control Unit
• ALU(Arithmetic Logic Unit)

CPU Operations

• Fetch: The processor usually gets instructions from RAM.
• Decode: A decoder translates an instruction into signals that the computer's other parts can use.
• Execute: Each component receives the now-decoded instructions.
• Store: After the execute step the instructions are ready to store in the memory.

Types of Processors

• Single Core Processors: The oldest type of computer CPUs is single core CPU. These CPUs were used in the 1970s. these CPUs only have a single core that preform different operations. This means that the single core CPU can only process one operation at a single time. single core CPU is not suitable for multitasking.
• Dual-Core Processors: Dual-Core CPUs contain a single Integrated Circuit with two cores. Each core has its cache and controller. These controllers and cache are work as a single unit. dual core CPUs can work faster than the single-core processors.
• Quad-Core Processors: Quad-Core CPUs contain two dual-core processors present within a single integrated circuit (IC) or chip. A quad-core processor contains a chip with four independent cores. These cores read and execute various instructions provided by the CPU. Quad Core CPU increases the overall speed for programs. Without even boosting the overall clock speed it results in higher performance.

Which Processor Should You Select?

When upgrading processor, check if motherboard supports the new one. Intel motherboards don't work with AMD processors and vice versa. Some motherboards only support old processors, so new one may not be compatible. Certain motherboards only support latest processors. Make sure motherboard and new processor match. If not, either get new motherboard for that processor or new processor for existing motherboard. If compatible, here's a basic performance breakdown from AMD and Intel based on your needs:

• CPUs with AMD Ryzen 3/Intel Core i3 architecture are typically found in the most affordable models.
• This is much more of a "everyday" type of CPU, AMD Ryzen 5/Intel Core i5. It can perform really well and reasonable.
• These chips—AMD Ryzen 7 and Intel Core i7—are perfect for PC gaming and light-duty creative content creation.
• Regardless of price, the enthusiast market expects the finest performance, and AMD Ryzen 9/Intel Core i9 is the best option currently available.

Conclusion

Processors is the brain of the computer that run the computer programs. Intel and AMD are the main brands making the processors with the different numbers of cores. More cores provide the more power to handle the demanding tasks like gaming and video editing. Choose the right processors that are based onto your computing needs and budget.