Definitions

CPU

NOUN

central processing unit

Synonyms

WEAK

central processor mainframe processor

NOUN

computer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

PC data processor desktop computer personal computer

STRONG

central processing unit device handheld computer laptop machine mainframe micro microcomputer mini minicomputer notebook notebook computer processor tablet

WEAK

abacus artificial intelligence brain electronic brain number cruncher thinking machine

NOUN

computer hardware

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disk drive hardware modem personal computer supercomputer

WEAK

central processing unit computer computer unit data processor floppy disk hard drive magnetic disk microcomputer microelectronics device output device tape drive

NOUN

data processor

Synonyms

WEAK

Macintosh PC calculator laptop mac mainframe microcomputer number cruncher personal computer word processor

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“We see Arm as one of the most prominent beneficiaries of the rising server CPU tide,” BofA analyst Vivek Arya wrote.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Qualcomm unveiled a new road map for its data-center business, with a Dragonfly C1000 CPU that will power Meta’s server fleet.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

And indeed, AI agents use more CPU computing power, playing into Intel’s strength as a major supplier of those chips.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Meanwhile, Malik said he’s optimistic for “AMD to be the key beneficiary of the CPU renaissance,” as its chips lead in performance and features.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

CPU is so excited she’s tearing around the living room with Boo and Matty and Marcy.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

CPU

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