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The main part of a computer, the CPU is responsible for processing the bulk of data and instructions in any unit.

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The Recommended specs for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 take a leap up, needing more RAM as well as a notably stronger CPU ...

A GPU is nothing without a processor (CPU) to match its performance and price, which is why I recommend AMD's Ryzen 5 7600X. You're not overspending at about $200, and it will easily keep up with ...

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