Intel® Processors can be found in all modern MacBooks and majority of Windows computers. Their main processors are Core i7, i5, i3 and M, as well as Pentium and Celeron. Pentium® and Celeron® are adequate for basic e-mail, internet, and productivity tasks, but their speed and multitasking capabilities are limited compared to the Core series. The Core M is designed for ultra slim devices that provides plenty of power for day to day tasks without draining battery power. The i3 processor is considered to be entry-level, more than adequate for everyday tasks. The i5 is a mid-grade processor and one of the most common, great for students and people who need just enough power for multitasking and completing most computing tasks. The i7 is considered to be Intel's top-of-the-line processor, meant for people who are hardcore gamers, photographers, videographers, and individuals in graphic design.

AMD Processors are a lot less common, but do occasionally pop up in certain computer models. They are very similar to Intel's processors starting with A4 being the lowest and moving up to A10 as one of the more powerful CPUs.