AMD and Intel CPU Prices Increasing
Prices for older generation AMD and Intel processors are rising. Intel's Raptor Lake CPUs have recently seen price increases, including in South Korea. This trend is spreading as resellers in Hong Kong also raised prices, with some wholesalers suspending deliveries.
Details on Affected CPU Models
- Intel Core i CPUs from 12th, 13th, and 14th generations continue to become more expensive.
- AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors are seeing price hikes as well.
Possible Reasons for Price Increases
The exact cause is unclear, but several factors may contribute:
- Growing demand driven by artificial intelligence applications.
- Manufacturing focus shifting towards AI-specific solutions.
- For AMD Ryzen 5000, aging product lines and decreasing stock levels.
- Potential component shortages as the series nears end-of-life.
Price Impact and Exceptions
Price increases range between $5 to $20 depending on the retailer and specific CPU model. Not all CPUs are affected; notably, Intel Core Ultra 200 and AMD Ryzen 9000 processors maintain stable pricing.
"Twelfth-, thirteenth- and fourteenth-generation Core i CPUs continue to rise in price, while the same is true of AMD’s Ryzen 5000 CPUs."
Author's summary: Rising AMD and Intel CPU prices mainly affect older models, driven by AI demand, production shifts, and dwindling stock, with newer CPUs remaining stable.
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