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Finding the right processor for your PC can be a challenge. This guide is designed to make it simple by comparing the latest CPUs on what matters most: performance and value. Below, you'll find a fully interactive table that you can sort by clicking on any of the headers.
How to Read the Scores:
The "Gaming Score" and "Productivity Score" are relative performance metrics. The top-performing CPU in each category is set as the benchmark with a score of 100. All other CPUs are scored as a percentage of that leader's performance. For example, a CPU with a Gaming Score of 85 delivers 85% of the gaming performance of the top CPU. It's important to remember that a lower score doesn't mean a processor is "bad"—it simply quantifies its performance against the current best. To find the best bang for your buck, sort by the "Gaming P/P" or "Productivity P/P" (Price-to-Performance) columns. A higher P/P score means you get more performance for every dollar you spend.
Disclaimer: The world of PC hardware moves fast. The performance data and relative scores on this page are based on a combination of benchmarks and analysis available at the time of our last update. Prices on third-party sites like Amazon are subject to change without notice. While we strive to keep this information as accurate and current as possible, we recommend using this guide as a starting point for your own research.
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