TL;DR: Intel faces a critical CPU shortage as demand outpaces supply, depleting chip inventories by Q1 2026. Despite AMD's competitive edge, Intel's processors are rapidly selling, driven by strong ...
The stage is set for a huge CPU battle in 2026, and it’s already started as Intel and Qualcomm have fired away ahead of Panther Lake and Snapdragon X2 Elite debuting early next year (read: CES 2026).
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dave Altavilla is a Tech Analyst covering chips, compute and AI. Intel came to its annual Tech Tour last week not to tease ...