Computer Processors / CPUs

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 32-core 5.3GHz Computer Processor, Socket sTR5 (100-100001351WOF)~#|#~7D77C1A7-0C68-4D19-97CB753BB2782B00_sc7
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 32-core 5.3GHz Computer Processor, Socket sTR5 (100-100001351WOF) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1HL8575
Model # : 100-100001351WOF
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  • 32-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7970X delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 64 threads and features a 4GHz base clock frequency with a boost clock frequency of up to 5.3GHz
Price is $2,630.01
Intel Core i5-14600KF 14-Core 3.5 GHz Computer Processor, LGA 1700 Socket (BX8071514600KF)
Intel Core i5-14600KF 14-Core 3.5 GHz Computer Processor, LGA 1700 Socket (BX8071514600KF) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1HK3783
Model # : BX8071514600KF
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  • Core i5-14600KF, 14-Core
  • 3.5 GHz P-Core Clock Speed, P-Core: 3.5 GHz, E-Core: 2.6 GHz, Unlocked for Overclocking, 20 Threads
Price is $301.48
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G 6-Core 3.5Ghz Computer Processor, Socket AM5 (100-100000931BOX)~#|#~E62CCD1A-D2CA-40DF-9FC5BAA04FDA5012_sc7
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G 6-Core 3.5Ghz Computer Processor, Socket AM5 (100-100000931BOX) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1JL4409
Model # : 100-100000931BOX
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  • Hexa-core AMD Ryzen 5 8500G delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 12 threads and features a 3.5GHz base clock frequency with a boost clock frequency of up to 5GHz
Price is $206.77
Intel Core i5-14400 10-core 2.5GHz Computer Processor, FCLGA1700 (BX8071514400)~#|#~D1D81D10-1FDB-41CE-83A88B5DBF608C0C_sc7
Intel Core i5-14400 10-core 2.5GHz Computer Processor, FCLGA1700 (BX8071514400) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1JL6937
Model # : BX8071514400
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  • 10-core Intel Core i5 14400 processor delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 6+4 cores with 16 threads and features a 2.5GHz base clock with up to 4.7GHz boost for performance cores and 1.8GHz base clock with up to 3.5GHz boost for efficient cores
Price is $276.59
AMD EPYC 7453 28-Core 3.45GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000319)
AMD EPYC 7453 28-Core 3.45GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000319) is Out of stock
Item # : IM19AA783
Model # : 100-000000319
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  • AMD EPYC 7453 28-core processor for ultimate performance
  • Base frequency: 2.75GHz up to 3.45GHz; number of threads: 56
Price is $1,684.49
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, 3.4GHz Processor, 64MB Cache
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, 3.4GHz Processor, 64MB Cache
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, 3.4GHz Processor, 64MB Cache is Out of stock
Item # : IM18MZ980
Model # : 100-100000059WOF
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  • 16-core AMD Ryzen 9 5950X desktop processor with 8MB L2 cache and 64MB L3 cache
  • Base frequency: 3.4GHz; maximum turbo frequency: 4.9GHz; number of threads: 32
Price is $891.99
AMD EPYC 7313 16-Core 3.7GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000329)
AMD EPYC 7313 16-Core 3.7GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000329) is Out of stock
Item # : IM18WH145
Model # : 100-000000329
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  • AMD EPYC 7313 16-core processor for ultimate performance
  • Base frequency: 3GHz up to 3.7GHz; number of threads: 32
Price is $1,161.03
Intel Core i5-14400F 10-core 2.5GHz Computer Processor, FCLGA1700 (BX8071514400F)~#|#~2ABF8F6C-3BE9-48E2-81FA41AFF4AB30E2_sc7
Intel Core i5-14400F 10-core 2.5GHz Computer Processor, FCLGA1700 (BX8071514400F) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1JL6938
Model # : BX8071514400F
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  • 10-core Intel Core i5 14400F processor delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 6+4 cores with 16 threads and features a 2.5GHz base clock with up to 4.7GHz boost for performance cores and 1.8GHz base clock with up to 3.5GHz boost for efficient cores
Price is $242.48
AMD Ryzen 5 Six-Core 3.5 GHz Computer Processor, Socket AM4 (100-000000927)~#|#~9F344BAF-44B6-4758-BE333DEC43E648A2_sc7
AMD Ryzen 5 Six-Core 3.5 GHz Computer Processor, Socket AM4 (100-000000927) is Out of stock
Item # : IM101ZR48
Model # : 100-000000927
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  • Processor has 6 cores This configuration allows it to handle multiple tasks efficiently and provide strong performance for a variety of applications, from gaming to productivity tasks..
  • Base Clock Speed: 3.5 GHz for reliable performance in everyday tasks. Max Boost Clock Speed: Reaches up to 4.4 GHz for enhanced performance during demanding workloads. Overclocking Capability: Fully unlocked for overclocking, allowing for customized performance based on cooling and stability. Total Threads: 12 threads for efficient multitasking and better overall processing power.
Price is $245.74
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G 6-Core 4.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket AM5 (100-100001237BOX)~#|#~DDA899C5-22B3-4FB2-96656FF6C7AA1984_sc7
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G 6-Core 4.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket AM5 (100-100001237BOX) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1JL4410
Model # : 100-100001237BOX
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  • Hexa-core AMD Ryzen 5 8600G delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 12 threads and features a 4.3GHz base clock frequency with a boost clock frequency of up to 5GHz
Price is $265.21
Intel Xeon E3-1275V6 3.80Ghz Processor, 8MB
Intel Xeon E3-1275V6 3.80Ghz Processor, 8MB is Out of stock
Item # : IM18X0047
Model # : CM8067702870931
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  • Intel Xeon E3-1275V6 processor with four cores and 8MB Intel Smart Cache (OEM, unlocked)
  • Base frequency: 3.8GHz; number of threads: eight; bus speed: 8GTps
Price is $366.49
Intel Xeon Silver 4110 2.10GHz Processor, 11MB
Intel Xeon Silver 4110 2.10GHz Processor, 11MB
Intel Xeon Silver 4110 2.10GHz Processor, 11MB is Out of stock
Item # : IM19Y7562
Model # : CD8067303561400
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  • Intel Xeon Silver 4110 processor with 11MB Intel Smart Cache, tray
  • Base frequency: 2.10GHz; number of threads: 16
Price is $530.99
AMD EPYC 9124 16-core 3GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP5 (100-000000802)~#|#~sp246916763_sc7
AMD EPYC 9124 16-core 3GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP5 (100-000000802) is Out of stock
Item # : IM110HT49
Model # : 100-000000802
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  • 16-core AMD EPYC 9334 delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 32 threads and features a 3GHz base clock frequency with a boost clock frequency of up to 3.7GHz
Price is $1,392.90
AMD EPYC 7313P 16-Core 3.7GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000339)
AMD EPYC 7313P 16-Core 3.7GHz Computer Processor, Socket SP3 (100-000000339) is Out of stock
Item # : IM19AA788
Model # : 100-000000339
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  • AMD EPYC 7313P 16-core processor for ultimate performance
  • Base frequency: 3GHz up to 3.7GHz; number of threads: 32
Price is $981.33
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7960X 24-Core 5.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket sTR5 (100-000001352)~#|#~CF5E13B4-32C5-4AFE-8DCD643DB402BBC9_sc7
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7960X 24-Core 5.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket sTR5 (100-000001352) is Out of stock
Item # : IM1HL8582
Model # : 100-000001352
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  • 24-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7960X delivers exceptional performance
  • Processor has 48 threads and features a 4.2GHz base clock frequency with a boost clock frequency of up to 5.3GHz
Price is $19,996.12
Intel Core i3-12100 12th Gen Quad-core 3.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket FCLGA1700 (BX8071512100)~#|#~38581A0D-1F72-4794-97E4FDEF82480F68_sc7
Intel Core i3-12100 12th Gen Quad-core 3.3Ghz Computer Processor, Socket FCLGA1700 (BX8071512100) is Out of stock
Item # : IM19YN065
Model # : BX8071512100
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  • 12th generation Intel Core i3-12100 quad-core processor with 12MB Intel Smart Cache
  • Four threads for lightning-fast rendering workloads; base clock: 3.3GHz; boost clock: up to 4.3GHz
Price is $164.96

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Staples has a great selection of computer central processing units (CPUs) from top brands like Intel and AMD. So whether you're looking for a CPU processor for a new build or an upgrade, we've got what you need.

What is a CPU?

A CPU processor, or "central processing unit," is the brain of your computer. It handles all the instructions your computer receives and carries out the commands. A CPU comprises two parts: the control unit and the arithmetic (or logic) unit. The control unit tells the processor what to do, while the arithmetic/logic unit performs calculations. The units are made up of transistors, which are essentially tiny switches that turn on and off very quickly. A CPU typically has millions of transistors, and the more transistors a processor has, the faster it can carry out instructions.

Choosing the right computer processor for your needs

When it comes to shopping for a CPU, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind. First, for what tasks do you plan on using your computer? Suppose you're primarily going to use it for general office work or web browsing. In that case, you won't need as powerful a processor as someone who plans on using their machine for video editing or gaming. Second, processor speed is important, but it's not the only thing to consider. Look for a CPU with a high clock speed and multiple cores for the best performance.

Types of processors

There are two main types of CPUs: desktop computer and laptop. Desktop processors are larger and more powerful, making them ideal for gaming and other intensive tasks. Laptop processors are smaller and use less power, making them a better choice for portable computers. If you're looking for a CPU for gaming, you'll want to find one with a high clock speed and multiple cores. A processor with a higher clock speed will be able to carry out instructions faster, while one with multiple cores will be able to operate more instructions at once. Both factors are essential for gamers, as they need their CPU to handle the game's demands.