Intel's x86 CPU share slips to lowest level in three decades as AMD climbs
Intel's share of the PC and server x86 CPU market fell to 69.3%, the weakest since 1995, while AMD reached a record 30.7% according to Mercury Research.
A Mercury Research analysis shows Intel's combined PC and server x86 CPU market share fell to 69.3%, marking the smallest proportion since 1995. The decline of 6.5 points year-over-year coincided with AMD expanding its share to 30.7%, a record for the competitor. Desktop CPUs now split 65.1% to Intel and 34.9% to AMD, while laptop CPUs stand at 71.1% for Intel and 28.9% for AMD.
When semi-custom, embedded and IoT chips are added, Intel's share would be 65.9% versus AMD's 34.1%. The downturn reflects a sharp 20% drop in desktop PC shipments and limited graphics-card supply, conditions described by the report as an "ugly" market segment. Intel cited strong data-center growth and new supply agreements in its earnings commentary, while AMD benefited from higher-than-expected console SoC shipments.
Why it matters
The shift signals a major competitive change in the core PC and server processor market, affecting tech supply chains and pricing.
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