The war between Intel and AMD for the title of best processor has reached new heights with Intel’s ruthless attack on AMD’s naming convention for its CPUs. In a slide deck called “Core Truths,” Intel insinuates that AMD is selling “snake oil” to unsuspecting customers through its confusing CPU names.
One main point of contention for Intel is the Ryzen 5 7520U chip, which it claims is built on older architecture despite being marketed as containing brand-new tech. Intel suggests that its own comparable chip, the Core i5 1335U, is 83% faster than the Ryzen 5 7520U.
The implications of Intel’s accusations are clear – AMD’s product-naming is intentionally misleading and could deceive buyers. But does Intel have a valid point in its claims? It’s hard to argue that AMD’s naming convention isn’t somewhat confusing, with the introduction of the Ryzen 7000 series name, which departs from their traditional naming practices.
However, Intel’s criticism of AMD’s naming system is somewhat undercut by its own actions. The company has recently released its 14th-generation desktop chips, which are essentially refreshed 13th-generation processors, and there are rumors of the upcoming Core 100 series recycling old parts as well.
So while Intel’s criticism of AMD’s confusing naming system holds weight, it’s important to remember that Intel has also incorporated old architecture into new products. This underscores the necessity of conducting thorough research when purchasing PC parts to ensure that consumers get exactly what they expect.
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