CNET

Are slow dual-core CPUs better than fast single-core CPUs?

If I have a computer with a 2.66GHz quad-core processor, will it run my software and games faster than my 3.2GHz single-core Pentium 4? Yes, quad-core CPUs are generally much faster than single-core ...
TweakTown

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 'Dual 3D V-Cache' CPU benched: beats 9950X3D with chunky 192MB L3 cache

TL;DR: AMD's upcoming Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 processor offers enhanced performance with 16 cores, 32 threads, and a groundbreaking ...
PC Gamer

It's 2024 and yet Intel is still churning out DUAL CORE CPUs for desktop PCs, and I'm a little in awe of the plucky trooper

Two P-cores are all you're getting, but they're speedy little things, so it's not as awful as you might think. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...
PC World

Which Intel Core CPU is the best? How do I decide between a Core i3, i5, i7 or i9?

From the moment you decide that your current Intel processor just isn’t up to par and start investigating an upgrade to your current laptop or desktop, you’re often bombarded with technical jargon.
TweakTown

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 CPU samples are in the wild, more CPU cores, new 'dual' IMC design teased

TL;DR: AMD's next-generation Zen 6 processors feature an evolved core architecture with up to 24 cores and 48 threads, enhanced cache up to 48MB per CCD, dual integrated memory controllers, and ...
Liliputing

Lenovo ThinkPad X100e with dual core CPU now available — in Sweden

The Lenovo ThinkPad X100e thin and light business notebook has been shipping for a few months now. But while Lenovo promised that there would eventually be models with both single core and dual core ...

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual 3D V-Cache CPU Breaks Cover In EEC Filing

The newest indication that AMD is clearing a runway to land a new flagship part with a heap of 3D V-Cache on board is an ...
TechSpot

Intel's Pentium Gold G7400T CPU overclocked to 5.8 GHz

Why it matters: Earlier this month, overclocking enthusiasts discovered it's possible to overclock Intel's non-K Alder Lake CPUs when paired with a high-end motherboard. For instance, with the right ...
Ars Technica

dual-socket mobo with just one CPU

I'm considering buying a server board that has two CPU sockets, but I don't want to afford both CPUs right now. Is that a problem? Can I just add in the other CPU later like adding extra memory DIMMs?
PC Gamer

AMD and partners confirm Ryzen CPU with dual 3D V-Cache chiplets is coming but gamers are unlikely to see the benefit

AMD has teased the launched of a new Ryzen processor with two chiplets, each of which will include a healthy dollop of 3D V-Cache. AMD's dual V-Cache uber CPU gets a (rumoured) name and a high-clocked ...
Hackaday

Intel’s Forgotten 1970s Dual Core Processor

Can you remember when you received your first computer or device containing a CPU with more than one main processing core on the die? We’re guessing for many of you it was probably some time around ...