Translation guide
The central processing unit of a computer. In Japanese, the English abbreviation 'CPU' is widely used and understood, especially in technical contexts.
Referring to the physical processor chip or the component in a computer.
The most common and natural way to refer to a CPU in Japanese, used in both technical and everyday contexts. Pronounced as シーピーユー.
新しいCPUを買った。
I bought a new CPU.
このCPUは処理速度が速い。
This CPU has a fast processing speed.
The formal Japanese translation, literally 'central processing unit'. Used in technical documentation or formal writing, but less common in everyday speech.
中央処理装置の性能が向上した。
The performance of the central processing unit has improved.
A general term for processor, often used interchangeably with CPU. Slightly more common in consumer contexts.
最新のプロセッサを搭載している。
It is equipped with the latest processor.
Talking about how much of the CPU's capacity is being used.
The standard term for CPU usage rate. Used in task managers and system monitoring.
CPU使用率が100%になっている。
The CPU usage is at 100%.
Refers to CPU load, often used in technical discussions about system performance.
このアプリはCPU負荷が高い。
This app has a high CPU load.
CPU is pronounced as シーピーユー (shī pī yū) in Japanese, following the English letter names. Avoid pronouncing it as a word like 'see-poo'.