Intel stages surprise desktop CPU comeback as AMD's market share falls below 30%

Intel regained a significant chunk of desktop CPU market share from AMD in the third quarter of 2026, according to data from Mercury Research. The turnaround pushed Intel's desktop share above 70 percent and reduced AMD's share below 30 percent, driven by a reallocation of manufacturing capacity toward desktop processors and strong OEM sales. Meanwhile, AMD continued to gain ground in the lucrative server market and prioritized capacity for data center and AI chips. Open article →