Qualcomm may buy part of Intel

On the one hand, the Qualcomm is looking for ways to expand its presence in the growing PC market. On the other hand, Intel is experiencing significant financial challenges. While the possibilities may seem slim at the moment, a business opportunity may be emerging: information has emerged that Qualcomm has expressed interest in acquiring parts of chip design division of chip giant Intel.

Based on the information obtained by Reuterstwo sources with knowledge of the matter mentioned that Qualcomm has explored (and may still be considering) acquiring certain segments of Intel, with the aim of bolstering its own product and technology portfolio.

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Qualcomm now targets the desktop segment

Qualcomm’s main focus appears to be on Intel’s PC-focused chip design division.

However, while other Intel units are not completely off the table, there are specific sectors, such as server chips, that may not strategically align with Qualcomm’s interests, as highlighted by one of the sources consulted by Reuters.

For Qualcomm, acquiring a PC-focused business would be a strategic move at this point. The company has already made significant moves into the notebook space, recently launching the impressive Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus chips, and it’s clear that those efforts are starting to pay off. Major manufacturers like Asus, Dell e Lenovo have already introduced notebooks equipped with these new processors.

Additionally, indications suggest that Qualcomm may be planning a more significant entry into the desktop market. In this scenario, acquiring Intel’s resources could represent a huge advantage, especially considering Qualcomm’s more limited experience in this area of ​​the market.

Intel does not confirm the information

In response to the speculation, Intel informed the Reuters that it has not been approached by Qualcomm and that it remains firmly committed to its PC business. This statement seems to suggest that Intel has no interest in spinning off its valuable PC chip design divisions.

On the other hand, given the economic crisis it is facing, Intel may be forced to consider selling some of its businesses to stabilize its finances. As part of its reactive strategies, the company has already announced a drastic reduction of 15 thousand jobs.

Another measure adopted by Intel, possibly as a strategic response to the crisis, is the decision to skip the implementation of 20A technology and move directly to the 18A chip production process, which will likely result in cost savings for the manufacture of more modern and efficient semiconductors.

There is also the expectation that the current wave of innovations in artificial intelligence could increase demand for more powerful and advanced computers among consumers. Intel is aware of this trend, closely following competitors such as AMD and Qualcomm itself. This signals that the coming months will present considerable challenges for Intel.

As for Qualcomm, when contacted by Reutersthe company chose not to comment on the speculation.