CPU vs GPU

 

Here is a comparison between CPU and GPU :

Feature	CPU (Central Processing Unit)	GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
Purpose	General-purpose computing	Graphics rendering and computation
Architecture	Few cores with high clock speed	Many cores with lower clock speed
Threading	Good for multi-threading	Good for parallel processing
Power Consumption	Lower	Higher
Cost	Lower	Higher
Main Function	Handling complex instructions and control flow	Performing simple mathematical operations in parallel
Types of tasks	Executes a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to: computation, data processing, control flow, and others	Primarily used for graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, and video playback
Performance	Strong single-threaded performance	Higher overall performance due to parallel processing capabilities
Heat Generation	Lower	Higher
Latency	Lower	Higher
Memory Capacity	Can have large memory capacity	Typically has less memory compared to CPU
Data Transfer	Typically slower	Typically faster
Circuit Design	Complex	Simpler
Precision	High precision computation	Lower precision computation is acceptable
Specialization	Versatile	Specialized

Note that the exact specifications of a CPU or GPU can vary greatly based on the specific model, but this table gives a general idea of the key differences between the two types of processors.