Really, what everybody wants is more power—processing power that is.
From playing the hottest new game to making sure that work computers function like they’re supposed to, computer processors—or CPUs—are one of the most important upgrades for a computer that you can consider. Low processing power can make for slow computers, frustrated workers, and those oh-so-dreaded choppy remote work calls that make everyone wish the meeting was just an email.
With the growing complexity of computer operations in the workspace, speed isn’t enough to cut it for you. When you’re looking for an upgrade, keep the cache size and number of cores in mind, as they can make a huge difference in the quality of your selected product. The cache size (bigger is better) helps data flow through your processor and gives you smoother and faster responses... from your files and applications. Cores, on the other hand, give you the ability to run more processes at once—helping you keep your plethora of word-processing documents or spreadsheets up and running and available at a moment’s notice.
If you’re running virtual machines with your processor, it’s always handy to remember the general rule of thumb of one core per virtual machine. If you’re looking to buy for individual users, 6–8 cores are the recommended amount for carrying out the vast majority of business tasks without experiencing slowdowns. When buying a more modern CPU, it’s also important to consider that more power means more heat—so don’t forget to keep cooling in mind.
If you would like more information or help choosing your processor upgrade, contact us. We would love to help you with any questions you might have regarding modernizing your computer fleet, with only a call or click.
It’s time for you to take the power into your own hands.