This chart comparing the price performance of CPUs is made using thousands of PerformanceTest benchmark results and pricing pulled from various retailers. Benchmark results and pricing is reviewed daily. The chart below compares CPU value (performance / price) using the lowest price currently available from our affiliates. Higher results in the chart represent better value in terms of more performance per dollar. The top 100 CPUs (with a minimum of 2500 CPU Mark rating and released in the last five years) in terms of value are graphed for both single CPU systems (typically desktops) and multi-CPU systems (typically servers).