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Intel, AMD Lock Chinese Server CPU Deals as Prices Surge 40%

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Tom's Hardware ·

Intel and AMD have signed long-term agreements with Chinese customers to guarantee server CPU supply for about a year without fixed prices, amid price jumps of over 40%. Some customers are discussing commitments of two years or longer. The deals aim to secure supply amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility.

Meridian48 take
The lack of fixed pricing suggests these are more about supply assurance than cost control, potentially leaving Chinese buyers exposed to further hikes.
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Intel and AMD sign long-term server CPU deals with Chinese customers as prices jump over 40%, report claims — agreements purportedly guarantee purchase volumes for about a year without fixing prices →
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