0
The best answer is, it depends on the computer architecture. In a personal computer, CPU and microprocessor are one and the same. In a larger computer such as an AS400, the CPU is a separate unit with lots of microprocessors and other chips. The larger the computer system, the more spread out the CPU functions are among components.
Another Answer
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the core of any computer, while the microprocessor refers to the whole functional chip that is inserted into a motherboard. The CPU is the sub architecture of the microprocessor that interprets the program instructions and cascade triggers the sub-functions of each instruction.
Gayle Bailey
Wiki User
∙ 15y agoNo. While a CPU is an example of a microprocessor, many microprocessors are not CPUs, but perform other tasks to aid the CPU. An example would be the GPU of a video card, or the DSP (Digital signal processor) of a modem or sound card.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoThe best answer is, it depends on the computer architecture. In a personal computer, CPU and microprocessor are one and the same. In a larger computer such as an AS400, the CPU is a separate unit with lots of microprocessors and other chips. The larger the computer system, the more spread out the CPU functions are among components.
Another Answer
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the core of any computer, while the microprocessor refers to the whole functional chip that is inserted into a motherboard. The CPU is the sub architecture of the microprocessor that interprets the program instructions and cascade triggers the sub-functions of each instruction.
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoit depends on the computer architecture. In a personal computer, CPU and microprocessor are one and the same. In a larger computer such as an AS400, the CPU is a separate unit with lots of microprocessors and other chips. The larger the computer system, the more spread out the CPU functions are among components
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoNo. A CPU is an example of a microprocessor, but microprocessor can be used for other things besides the main processor of a computer.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoNo they are different because the micro processor is part of central processing unit.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoNo, a microprocessor is just a processor but really really small
Wiki User
∙ 11y agono
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Central processing unit processor microprocessor?
These are all basically the same thing.
Why is microprocessor called a processor?
The word "processor" means the same thing as "microprocessor", as they both do the same thing, process input signals into output data. The prefix was added once processors started getting smaller. Much smaller, even, than a fingernail. That's pretty small, hence the prefix "micro".
Microprocessor is single chip processor or multi chip?
Microprocessor is a single chip processor.
What are some things that contain a processor?
Just about anything that you can get your hands on these days will contain a microprocessor given it may not be the same as you would expect of a computer microprocessor (manufactured by Intel and AMD), but it will essentially perform the same functions.
Where is microprocessor placed in computer?
The central processor unit (microprocessor) is placed on the motherboard. The cooler, necessary to refrigerate the microprocessor is placed behind it.
Why segment is 64k in microprocessor?
Because the processor is a 16 bit processor, and 64k is what you can address with a 16 bit processor.
What does the microprocessor in PDA do?
It's the brain of the device. It is the processor.
What processor is in a Commodore 64?
A MOS 6510 microprocessor
Which processor used in 4th generation computers?
a microprocessor
Computer processor chips are sometimes referred to as?
Microprocessor
Why processor named as microprocessor?
They're called as such because of the size of the transistors they contain which is in micrometer dimensions .The first microprocessor is INTEL4004 (1971) .As it was too small in compare to other processors at that time so they called that processor as microprocessor
Is ram the same thing as microprocessor?
yes because it is a type of computer
