Thomas Alsop
Research expert covering the global hardware industry
AMD - statistics & facts
For decades, the central processing unit (CPU) market was dominated by a single player. However, AMD has steadily gained ground on Intel, channeling resources into innovation in this field. AMD has also benefitted from new gaming demands, opting to align its strategy to meet the needs of PC gaming enthusiasts around the world. While Nvidia has excelled in offering graphics processing units (GPUs) for high-end gaming, AMD has found its niche by providing competitive mid-range options. And now, with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), AMD hopes to push its competitors even further as it enhances its position across the tech landscape.
A reputable force in the PC and gaming spheres
AMD’s business was long supported by the success of its Client and Gaming segments. The company’s Client segment, which generated 4.7 billion U.S. dollars in revenue in 2023, includes AMD Ryzen chips, components found in desktop and notebook PCs. The Gaming segment, generating 6.2 billion U.S. dollars in revenue, includes AMD Radeon chips and semi-custom game console products. The latest PlayStation and Xbox game consoles feature the company's semi-custom chips. However, with growing enterprise and AI-related demand, the company has seen other parts of the business grow in stature.Aligning with strategic end markets and a nod toward AI
With greater demand for semiconductors across industry, AMD has seen its chips be deployed across various sectors, including for automotive and industrial applications. The company has also continued to expand its presence in the data center and high-performance computing markets, attracting cloud computing providers and enterprises seeking cost-effective and scalable solutions. Recognizing the direction of travel, AMD is now combining its growing data center presence with a focus on AI. In December 2023, the company unveiled its MI300X chip, an AI-centered semiconductor that it hopes will challenge Nvidia's AI chip market dominance.Competition is hot across the chip landscape
AMD has long ranked among the leading semiconductor companies globally, particularly among fabless semiconductor companies. Taking a closer look at the CPU market, the company competes directly with Intel, although competition is beginning to grow from firms developing chips using Arm-based architecture. In the graphics market, AMD is again rivaled by Intel, in addition to Nvidia, a company that is recognized as the leader in products designed for the data center and AI chip markets. As AMD continues to refine offerings in these areas, it positions itself for a future shaped by ever-growing processing demands.
