II. Microprocessor Era
With the development of integrated circuit technology, microprocessors emerged. The first microprocessor was the Intel 4004 launched by Intel in 1971, marking a new development stage in computer technology. With technological advances, microprocessors have been continuously upgraded and improved, with performance gradually increasing and functionality becoming more powerful. III. 1980s: Rise of x86 Architecture In the 1980s, Intel introduced the x86 architecture CPU, which greatly improved computer performance. At the same time, computers began to gradually penetrate into ordinary households. During this period, both the manufacturing process and design technology of CPUs have made significant progress. IV. 1990s: Emergence of Multi-core and Multi-threading Technology In the 1990s, with the increasing popularity and complexity of computer applications, single-core CPUs could no longer meet people's needs. Therefore, the emergence of multi-core and multi-threading technology has become an inevitable trend. CPUs in this period not only had significant performance improvements, but also improvements in power consumption and heat dissipation. V. Modern CPUs With continuous technological advances, modern CPUs have achieved extremely high computing speeds and powerful processing capabilities. With the development of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data, CPUs are also constantly innovating and upgrading. Modern CPUs adopt more advanced manufacturing processes and design technologies to achieve more efficient energy efficiency and better thermal performance control. The history of computer CPU evolution is not only a history of technological development, but also a crystallization of human wisdom. From the early simple arithmetic to modern complex calculations, the development of CPUs fully demonstrates the unlimited potential and creativity of human beings in the field of technology. We look forward to more innovations and breakthroughs in future CPUs, bringing more convenience and surprises to our lives.