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All processors 2026

900+ AMD Ryzen, Intel Core and Apple Silicon models. Gaming score, game tests, pros/cons, socket and cooler recommendations.

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Found: 456 processors · page 1 of 8
Ryzen 7 9850X3D
Ryzen 7 9850X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
S
Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Ryzen 7 9800X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
S
Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Ryzen 9 9950X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 16C/32T · AM5
S
Ryzen 9 9900X3D
Ryzen 9 9900X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
S
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Ryzen 7 7800X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
S ★ 3.0
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Ryzen 9 7950X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 16C/32T · AM5
A
Core Ultra 9 275HX
Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel · 24C/24T · BGA
A
Ryzen 5 7600X3D
Ryzen 5 7600X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 6C/12T · AM5
A
Core i9-14900KS
Core i9-14900KS
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-13900KS
Core i9-13900KS
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-14900K
Core i9-14900K
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-14900KF
Core i9-14900KF
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen AI Max+ 395
Ryzen AI Max+ 395
AMD · 16C/32T · FP11
A
Ryzen 9 7900X3D
Ryzen 9 7900X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
A
Ryzen 9 9950X
Ryzen 9 9950X
AMD · 16C/32T · AM5
A
Core i9-13900K
Core i9-13900K
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-13900KF
Core i9-13900KF
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-14700K
Core i7-14700K
Intel · 20C/28T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-14700KF
Core i7-14700KF
Intel · 20C/28T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-13700K
Core i7-13700K
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-13700KF
Core i7-13700KF
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 9 9950
Ryzen 9 9950
AMD · 16C/32T · AM5
A
Core i9-14900
Core i9-14900
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-14900F
Core i9-14900F
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 7 9700X
Ryzen 7 9700X
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
A
Ryzen 9 9900X
Ryzen 9 9900X
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
A
Core i9-13900
Core i9-13900
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-13900F
Core i9-13900F
Intel · 24C/32T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-14700
Core i7-14700
Intel · 20C/28T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-14700F
Core i7-14700F
Intel · 20C/28T · LGA1700
A
Core i5-14600KF
Core i5-14600KF
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Core i5-14600K
Core i5-14600K
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 5 9600X
Ryzen 5 9600X
AMD · 6C/12T · AM5
A
Ryzen 7 9700
Ryzen 7 9700
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
A
Ryzen 9 9700
Ryzen 9 9700
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
A
Ryzen 9 9900
Ryzen 9 9900
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
A
Core i9-14900HX
Core i9-14900HX
Intel · 24C/32T · BGA
A
Core Ultra 9 285K
Core Ultra 9 285K
Intel · 24C/24T · LGA1851
A
Core i9-13980HX
Core i9-13980HX
Intel · 24C/32T · BGA
A
Ryzen 5 9600
Ryzen 5 9600
AMD · 6C/12T · AM5
A
Core i7-13700F
Core i7-13700F
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-13700
Core i7-13700
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 9 7950X
Ryzen 9 7950X
AMD · 16C/32T · AM5
A
Core i5-13600KF
Core i5-13600KF
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Core i5-13600K
Core i5-13600K
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 7 7700X
Ryzen 7 7700X
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
A
Core Ultra 7 265K
Core Ultra 7 265K
Intel · 20C/20T · LGA1851
A
Core Ultra 7 265KF
Core Ultra 7 265KF
Intel · 20C/20T · LGA1851
A
Core Ultra 9 285
Core Ultra 9 285
Intel · 24C/24T · LGA1851
A
Ryzen 7 7700
Ryzen 7 7700
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
A ★ 4.0
Core i9-12900KS
Core i9-12900KS
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 9 7900X
Ryzen 9 7900X
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
A
Core i5-14600
Core i5-14600
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Core Ultra 7 265F
Core Ultra 7 265F
Intel · 20C/20T · LGA1851
A
Core Ultra 7 265
Core Ultra 7 265
Intel · 20C/20T · LGA1851
A
Core i9-13900HX
Core i9-13900HX
Intel · 24C/32T · BGA
A
Ryzen 9 7900
Ryzen 9 7900
AMD · 12C/24T · AM5
A
Ryzen 9 7845HX
Ryzen 9 7845HX
AMD · 12C/24T · FL1
A
Core i9-12900KF
Core i9-12900KF
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Core i9-12900K
Core i9-12900K
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A

About the FPSHQ processor catalog

Our catalog has 900+ processors from all current brands. AMD Ryzen on AM4/AM5 sockets, Intel Core on LGA1200/1700/1851, Apple Silicon (M1–M4) and server CPUs. Each processor has a full page with game and productivity tests.

Gaming Score vs Bench Score

The key difference of our processors from other catalogs is the separate gaming_score and bench_score. Gaming Score measures in-game performance with a top GPU at 1080p — to expose a CPU bottleneck. Bench Score measures multi-thread performance in Cinebench R23, Blender, Handbrake, x265 — for content creators and work tasks.

When you need 3D V-Cache

AMD's 3D V-Cache technology is relevant for:

  • High-FPS gaming: in Cyberpunk 2077, BF2042, Hogwarts Legacy — +15–25% FPS.
  • CPU-bound games: Total War, MS Flight Simulator, Factorio, Stellaris in late game.
  • Emulators: PCSX2, RPCS3, Yuzu — the cache helps a lot.

X3D chips are not needed for rendering, compilation or video editing — a regular Ryzen 9 is better there.

Sockets in 2026

  • AM5 (AMD): DDR5, supported through 2027+, Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 (Zen 4/5).
  • LGA1851 (Intel): DDR5, new, Core Ultra 2nd gen (Arrow Lake), mixed reviews so far.
  • AM4 (AMD): DDR4, dead, but the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is still a relevant upgrade for old builds.
  • LGA1700 (Intel): DDR4/DDR5, Core 12–14 gen, nearing end of life.

Frequently asked questions about processors

How many CPUs are in the FPSHQ catalog?
Our database has 900+ processors: AMD Ryzen (from the first generation to Ryzen 9000 on Zen 5), Intel Core (6th to 15th gen plus Core Ultra), Apple Silicon (M1–M4), as well as server EPYC and Xeon. Each CPU has a gaming_score (in-game performance) and an overall bench_score.
Which CPU is the best for gaming in 2026?
The top 3 gaming CPUs: 1) AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D — 16 cores with 3D V-Cache, the best for gaming and multitasking; 2) AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the optimal gaming chip, 8 cores with V-Cache; 3) Intel Core Ultra 9 285K — the top Intel on Arrow Lake. On a budget — Ryzen 5 7600 or Core i5-14600K.
What is 3D V-Cache and who needs it?
3D V-Cache is AMD's proprietary technology: an extra layer of L3 cache stacked on top of the CPU die. The 9800X3D has 96 MB of total L3 (vs 32 MB on the regular 9700X). In games it gives +15–25% FPS, especially in CPU-bound scenarios (Cyberpunk 2077, MS Flight Simulator, Total War). The downsides are heat and limited overclocking.
Which socket should I choose in 2026?
AM5 (AMD) is the most future-proof: support through 2027+, new Ryzen 9000/10000 on the same board. LGA1851 (Intel) is new but less future-proof due to Arrow Lake's weak results. AM4 is a dead socket, but if you are already on it, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a great upgrade. LGA1700 (Intel 12–14 gen) is aging.
How many cores do you need for gaming?
8 cores / 16 threads is the 2026 gold standard. 6 cores still work in most games, but in some titles (Cyberpunk 2077, BF2042, Hogwarts Legacy) you hit a bottleneck on 1% Lows. 12–16 cores are for streamers, content creators and future-proofing. 24+ is only for work tasks (rendering, virtual machines).
AMD or Intel in 2026?
For gaming — AMD (especially X3D chips), the clear leader. For mixed tasks (gaming + work) both are valid, with AMD slightly ahead on efficiency. Intel is strong in production tests with AVX-512. Apple Silicon is only for macOS work. On a budget AMD offers the best value via AM4 (5600/5800X3D).
What is the difference between Ryzen 5/7/9?
Ryzen 5 — 6 cores (some 8), for budget and mid builds. Ryzen 7 — 8 cores, the sweet spot for gaming. Ryzen 9 — 12–16 cores, for content creators and max builds. Same with Intel: i5/i7/i9. For pure gaming there is no point overpaying for a Ryzen 9 / i9 — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D beats the Ryzen 9 7950X.
Do you need to overclock the CPU?
Core overclocking on modern CPUs gives 3–7% — usually not worth the cooler and noise. Memory overclocking (EXPO/XMP) matters far more — +5–15% FPS for free. On AMD use Precision Boost Overdrive + Curve Optimizer (all via BIOS, no third-party utilities). On Intel K-series — the multiplier + Voltage Offset.
What are gaming_score and bench_score?
gaming_score (0–10,000) is in-game performance (1080p with a top GPU). bench_score is overall multi-thread performance (rendering, compilation, archiving). They differ: the Ryzen 9 9950X has a high bench_score (~9,800) but a gaming_score slightly below the 9800X3D. For gaming look at gaming_score, for work at bench_score.
Which cooler does a CPU need?
It depends on TDP. Up to 65 W — the boxed cooler is fine. 95–105 W (Ryzen 7700/7800X) — Deepcool AG500, ID-Cooling SE-224, Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE. 125+ W (i7-14700K, Ryzen 9 7950X) — Noctua NH-D15, Deepcool AK620 or a 280–360 mm AIO. X3D chips run cooler (90–105 °C is acceptable).
Is an iGPU in a modern CPU worth it?
An iGPU is useful for: 1) emergency use if the discrete GPU fails; 2) streaming in OBS via Quick Sync (Intel); 3) a low-power mode without the GPU. On modern Ryzen 9000, the integrated RDNA 2 graphics are weak (for the desktop, not games). The Intel Arc iGPU in Core Ultra 2nd gen can already handle light 1080p games.
When will new CPUs come out?
Expected 2026 releases: AMD Ryzen 10 (Zen 6) — late 2026, no new AM6 socket planned; Intel Panther Lake / Nova Lake — mobile and desktop on LGA1851 in the second half of 2026. Apple M5 — laptops late 2025, desktop early 2026.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

456
CPUs in the catalogue
317 / 139
Intel / AMD
235
CPUs with 8+ cores
12
with 3D V-Cache
93
gaming score 6,000+ (comfortable at 1440p)
13
motherboards for compatibility checks

How many cores catalogue CPUs have

Models by core count. Games care more about per-core speed: 6–8 fast cores are enough for any modern game.

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In short

How many CPUs are in the FPSHQ catalogue and which are good for gaming?

The FPSHQ catalogue lists 456 CPUs: 317 Intel and 139 AMD. 235 models have 8 or more cores, 12 have 3D V-Cache (the best gaming cache) and 93 score 6,000+ on the FPSHQ gaming scale — enough for comfortable 1440p gaming with any GPU. For every CPU we compute a balanced GPU and the bottleneck across 55,176 pairs.

CPUs in the catalogue
456
Intel / AMD
317 / 139
CPUs with 8+ cores
235
with 3D V-Cache
12
updated · source: methodology, FPSHQ model estimate

Methodology and sources

This page uses the FPSHQ database: the GPU and CPU catalogue with synthetic benchmark scores, official game system requirements, FPS measurements from users of the FPSHQ app and the FPSHQ performance model. Calculated values are estimates, not a measurement of your exact configuration: the real result depends on drivers, settings and the rest of the hardware. More about the methodology →

Sources:
FPSHQ Team · Data updated