Windows 10 CPU Price: What Determines the Cost of a Processor
The price of a Windows 10 CPU depends on the processor series, the core count, the maximum clock speed, and the cache size. Higher-tier Intel Core processors with more cores and higher frequencies cost more than entry-level models. Buyers who need a complete system rather than a loose chip usually compare the processor price inside a finished PC.
Key Specifications to Compare
Intel Core processors in Thinvent systems are listed by generation, series, model number, core count, maximum frequency, and cache. The table below shows the processors used across the Thinvent range.
| Processor | Generation | Series | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core 5 120U | 14th | i5 | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB |
| Intel Core i7-1255U | 12th | i7 | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | 13th | i5 | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB |
Memory options range from 8 GB to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM. Storage options range from 128 GB to 2 TB of SSD capacity.
Use Cases
Windows 10 systems with these processors suit office work, data logging, machine control, digital signage, and point-of-sale tasks. Industrial buyers often select a system with a higher-clock processor and more memory for multitasking. Buyers with fixed budgets often select a lower-memory configuration with the same processor.
Thinvent Products Featuring These Processors
Thinvent has Intel Core processors in the Treo Mini PC and the IPC5 Industrial PC. The Treo Mini PC uses the Intel Core 5 120U with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD. The IPC5 Industrial PC uses the Intel Core 5 120U, Core i5-1335U, or Core i7-1255U, with up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. Thinvent systems ship with Windows 11 Professional.
