There’s no question that Intel’s Arrow Lake-S series, particularly the Core Ultra 9 285K, has left many gamers feeling let down, despite some gains in efficiency and productivity. This disappointment, as noted by AMD’s Frank Azor in a chat with Tom’s Hardware, has resulted in an unexpected surge in interest for AMD’s new Ryzen 7 9800X3D Zen 5 chip.
Criticism of Intel’s Performance
Frank Azor didn’t hold back in his criticism. He called the Arrow Lake-S products “horrible,” clearly expressing his dissatisfaction with Intel’s lack of competitive offerings. “We knew we built a great part. We didn’t know the competitor had built a horrible one,” he said. He went on to explain that this situation contributed to the supply issues faced by AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D.
Intel’s Promises vs. Reality
Intel had previously assured users that microcode updates would improve the poor gaming performance that didn’t meet their expectations. However, it seems that many users feel the updates have, in some instances, worsened performance, offering only slight improvements that still don’t rival even the previous generation’s products. While Intel has achieved notable efficiency and productivity advancements, these do not compensate for its lackluster gaming capabilities, which could deter many potential buyers. This is particularly true when comparing it to the solid gaming performance of AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D.
AMD’s Growing Popularity
This scenario appears to be reflected in the sales figures, with AMD’s Ryzen 9 9800X3D selling significantly better than Intel’s offerings. Consumers eager to switch to AMD may face continued shortages, as AMD did not anticipate such high demand. As executive David McAfee has indicated, AMD is actively working to increase production. Nevertheless, due to the intricate nature of processor manufacturing, it might take another 3-4 months for supply to meet the rising demand.
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