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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 2 of 8
Core i9-12900KF
Core i9-12900KF
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
A
Core Ultra 5 245K
Core Ultra 5 245K
Intel · 14C/14T · LGA1851
A
Core Ultra 5 245KF
Core Ultra 5 245KF
Intel · 14C/14T · LGA1851
A
Ryzen 7 5800X3D
Ryzen 7 5800X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 8C/16T · AM4
A
Core Ultra 7 255H
Core Ultra 7 255H
Intel · 16C/16T · BGA
A
Ryzen 5 7600
Ryzen 5 7600
AMD · 6C/12T · AM5
A
Core i7-12700KF
Core i7-12700KF
Intel · 12C/20T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-12700K
Core i7-12700K
Intel · 12C/20T · LGA1700
A
Ryzen 5 5600X3D
Ryzen 5 5600X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 6C/12T · AM4
A ★ 5.0
Ryzen 5 7500F
Ryzen 5 7500F
AMD · 6C/12T · AM5
A
Core Ultra 5 245
Core Ultra 5 245
Intel · 14C/14T · LGA1851
A
Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
AMD · 12C/24T · FP8
A
Core i5-13600
Core i5-13600
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
A
Core i7-14700HX
Core i7-14700HX
Intel · 20C/28T · BGA
B
Core Ultra 5 235
Core Ultra 5 235
Intel · 14C/14T · LGA1851
B
Ryzen 7 5700X3D
Ryzen 7 5700X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 8C/16T · AM4
B
Core i9-12900
Core i9-12900
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
B
Core i9-12900F
Core i9-12900F
Intel · 16C/24T · LGA1700
B
Ryzen 9 7945HX
Ryzen 9 7945HX
AMD · 16C/32T · FL1
B
Core i5-14500
Core i5-14500
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
B
Ryzen 7 7745HX
Ryzen 7 7745HX
AMD · 8C/16T · FL1
B
Core Ultra 5 225F
Core Ultra 5 225F
Intel · 10C/10T · LGA1851
B
Core i7-12700F
Core i7-12700F
Intel · 12C/20T · LGA1700
B
Core i7-12700
Core i7-12700
Intel · 12C/20T · LGA1700
B
Core Ultra 5 225
Core Ultra 5 225
Intel · 10C/10T · LGA1851
B
Core i5-13500
Core i5-13500
Intel · 14C/20T · LGA1700
B
Core i7-14650HX
Core i7-14650HX
Intel · 16C/24T · BGA
B
Core i5-12600KF
Core i5-12600KF
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Core i5-12600K
Core i5-12600K
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Core i7-13700HX
Core i7-13700HX
Intel · 16C/24T · BGA
B
Ryzen 5 5500X3D
Ryzen 5 5500X3D 3D V-Cache
AMD · 6C/12T · AM4
B
Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
AMD · 12C/24T · FP8
B
Ryzen AI 9 365
Ryzen AI 9 365
AMD · 10C/20T · FP8
B
Core i7-13650HX
Core i7-13650HX
Intel · 14C/20T · BGA
B
Ryzen 7 8845HS
Ryzen 7 8845HS
AMD · 8C/16T · FP7
B
Ryzen 9 8945HS
Ryzen 9 8945HS
AMD · 8C/16T · FP7
B
Core i5-14400
Core i5-14400
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Core i5-14400F
Core i5-14400F
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Core i9-12900HX
Core i9-12900HX
Intel · 16C/24T · BGA
B
Core Ultra 9 185H
Core Ultra 9 185H
Intel · 16C/22T · BGA
B
Ryzen 7 8700G
Ryzen 7 8700G
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
B
Ryzen 7 8700F
Ryzen 7 8700F
AMD · 8C/16T · AM5
B
Core i7-13700H
Core i7-13700H
Intel · 14C/20T · BGA
B
Ryzen AI 7 350
Ryzen AI 7 350
AMD · 8C/16T · FP8
B
Core i5-13400F
Core i5-13400F
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Core i5-13400
Core i5-13400
Intel · 10C/16T · LGA1700
B
Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
AMD · 32C/64T · sTR5
B
Ryzen 9 7940HS
Ryzen 9 7940HS
AMD · 8C/16T · FP7
B
Core i9-12900H
Core i9-12900H
Intel · 14C/20T · BGA
B
Core i5-12600
Core i5-12600
Intel · 6C/12T · LGA1700
B
Ryzen 9 5950X
Ryzen 9 5950X
AMD · 16C/32T · AM4
B
Ryzen 9 5900XT
Ryzen 9 5900XT
AMD · 16C/32T · AM4
B
Ryzen 9 5900X
Ryzen 9 5900X
AMD · 12C/24T · AM4
B
Core i9-11900KF
Core i9-11900KF
Intel · 8C/16T · LGA1200
B
Core i9-11900K
Core i9-11900K
Intel · 8C/16T · LGA1200
B
Ryzen 7 5800XT
Ryzen 7 5800XT
AMD · 8C/16T · AM4
B
Ryzen 7 7840U
Ryzen 7 7840U
AMD · 8C/16T · FP7
B
Ryzen Z1 Extreme
Ryzen Z1 Extreme
AMD · 8C/16T · FP8
B
Core i5-13450HX
Core i5-13450HX
Intel · 10C/16T · BGA
B
Core Ultra 7 258V
Core Ultra 7 258V
Intel · 8C/8T · BGA
B

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