L3 CACHE

Processors 256 MB

Explore 43 processors indexed under 256 MB and scan their key platform, core, power and benchmark data in one place. This overview maps the available range before the performance ranking and decision guidance below.

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Selection guide

How to choose from 256 MB

This page groups 43 processors classified under 256 MB. 256 MB groups processors by L3 cache capacity. Use the catalog to shortlist candidates, then compare real performance and workload-relevant specifications rather than relying on the category label alone.

1 brands 8–128 cores 88,865 average CPU Mark 50.00–400.00 W TDP

What this category shows

256 MB groups processors by L3 cache capacity.

What to compare

Compare cache with architecture, core count and results in your games or applications.

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More L3 can help some workloads but is not an independent performance score.

By CPU Mark

Performance ranking

The table ranks the strongest 256 MB processors by the CPU Mark available in CPULoom. It is useful for broad performance comparisons, while the single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work.

01 AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX 64C / 128T 150,121CPU Mark
02 AMD EPYC 9575F 64C / 128T 148,066CPU Mark
03 AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 64C / 128T 143,559CPU Mark
04 AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 64C / 128T 135,668CPU Mark
05 AMD EPYC 9555 Emb 64C / 128T 133,832CPU Mark

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the 256 MB category mean?

This L3-cache category groups processors associated with 256 MB. 256 MB groups processors by L3 cache capacity.

What is the fastest processor in 256 MB?

The performance ranking highlights the highest available CPU Mark in this category. The best practical choice can differ by application, single-thread speed, power, cooling and price.

How should I compare 256 MB processors?

Compare cache with architecture, core count and results in your games or applications. Open each processor page for full specifications or add close candidates to the comparison tool.

Is this category enough to make a buying decision?

No. More L3 can help some workloads but is not an independent performance score. Also verify motherboard and memory compatibility, cooling requirements and benchmarks relevant to your software.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update: 2026-10-20

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