A key component of any SolidWorks workstation is the central processing unit (CPU). Since SolidWorks is primarily single-threaded in tasks such as sketching, modeling, and assembling, a CPU with high single-core performance is crucial. Intel Core i7/i9 or AMD Ryzen 7/9 processors with high clock speeds often deliver optimal performance. For rendering and simulation, which can be multithreaded, having more cores provides a clear advantage. Therefore, workstation users often choose CPUs balancing both clock speed and core count to accommodate diverse workloads.