Microprocessors are the beating heart of your computer, and cutting edge technical advances continue to drive the technology forward. From chiplet tech and nanoprocessing to AI chips and more, Tom's Hardware is the industry standard for CPU news and reviews.

Browse CPU-related content on Tom's Hardware: 

Best Picks | Reference | Round Ups | How to | Opinion | Features

AMD has dominated the DIY space so thoroughly over the last few years that an Intel chip appearing in the top 10 at all is notable, but it's not really that surprising if you look at the details.

As Intel boosts output of data center and notebook CPUs, AMD manages to outgrow it and keep capturing market share from its arch-rival.

bLLC might remain exclusive to desktop for Nova Lake family.

Intel’s Robert Hallock says he hopes enthusiasts “do the math” compared to AMD, highlighting that the company’s new core architecture will release in consumer processors before the data center.

45 years ago, in August 1981, the PC age began in earnest with the launch of the IBM PC Model 5150. At its heart was the Intel 8088 microprocessor.

Intel VP Robert Hallock suggests the PC industry is going to see a split between mainstream and enthusiast sockets if current market conditions don’t let up.

Intel has seen a “sudden inrush” of demand for Raptor Lake CPUs, and it says they’ll remain a part of the company’s lineup for desktop builders “for years to come.”

Premium Enthusiast PCs ain't dead yet.

In a surprising move, AMD announces plans to raise $4.75 billion and does not give a clue how it plans to spend them.

Qualcomm has detailed the specs for its Snapdragon C processor, with 8 cores and claimed "all-day" battery life.

Get Tom's Hardware's best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox.