Steam Hardware Survey shows AMD CPUs are more popular than they've ever been in 17 years
The latest Steam Hardware Survey reveals a significant shift in CPU popularity, with AMD reaching 40.39% market share, the highest in its history. Intel, meanwhile, has seen a 0.75% decline, now sitting at 59.5%, indicating a potential shift in gamer preferences. This trend has been ongoing since the introduction of Ryzen in 2017, showcasing AMD's gradual resurgence. - Many gamers are now opting for AMD's high-end CPUs, which contrasts with Intel's mid-range dominance. - Notably, AMD's growth appears to be at the expense of Intel's lower-tier offerings. While Intel still leads, the gap is narrowing, suggesting that a dethroning could be on the horizon if AMD maintains its trajectory. This situation serves as a reminder that market leadership is not permanent, a lesson Nvidia should heed.