AMD Leads AI PC Market with Ryzen AI 300 Series Chips

December 28, 2024 — AMD emerged as the leader in the AI PC market this year, driven by its Ryzen AI 300 series processors unveiled by CEO Lisa Su at Computex 2024 in Taipei. The chips, praised for their exceptional AI and overall PC performance, set a new benchmark for Copilot+ PCs and delivered a significant edge over rivals Qualcomm and Intel.

AMD's Ryzen AI 300 series dominated benchmarks, excelling in graphics and app compatibility where Qualcomm's Snapdragon chips fell short. Notable devices like the Asus Zenbook S16 showcased the chips' capabilities, achieving unparalleled integrated graphics performance. AMD also announced plans to expand AI technology into more budget-friendly laptops, potentially reshaping the market in 2025.

The company’s advancements have positioned it as a key player in AI computing, leaving the industry watching to see if AMD can maintain its lead amid growing competition. Source: Laptop Mag.

In 2024, AMD faced mixed outcomes with notable activity in CPUs but a quieter year for GPUs. The launch of Ryzen 9000 processors was met with lukewarm reception due to modest gaming performance improvements, though the Ryzen 9800X3D later emerged as a standout gaming chip, garnering praise for its overclocking capabilities and performance. On the GPU front, AMD introduced the RX 7900 GRE globally, a highlight in an otherwise slow year marked by the absence of the anticipated RDNA 4 graphics cards. Additionally, AMD made strides in the AI domain with its Ryzen AI 300 series, a strong contender in the Copilot+ PC market.

While AMD encountered challenges, including layoffs and market criticisms, its focus on AI and competitive advancements in CPUs and GPUs indicate a strategic pivot toward emerging opportunities. The company also maintained its position against competitors like Intel, particularly in the data center segment.

**Source**: TechRadar

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