# How long should a PC processor actually last?

- Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews
- Published: 2026-11-07T20:30:00+00:00
- Category: Tech
- Original: https://www.engadget.com/2309550/how-long-pc-processor-should-last/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/how-long-should-a-pc-processor-actually-last-26b47e/

Your computer's CPU is its most important part, and its most expensive one, too. So how long can you expect it to last if cared for properly?

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