Intel and Qualcomm Raise Processor Prices

Intel and Qualcomm have raised processor prices. These changes could put pressure on computer manufacturers and the laptop market. AMD is also preparing to review the prices of some of its processors.

According to Taiwan’s Commercial Times, Intel implemented its latest price increase on September 1. This is the third time the company has raised the prices of its processors since the end of 2025. The largest increase was recorded for some models in the Panther Lake family—their prices rose by 15–20%. Meteor Lake and Arrow Lake processors became 5–10% more expensive, while Alder Lake and Twin Lake models rose in price by 10–20%.

The main reasons cited for the price increases include higher production costs and rising expenses for silicon wafers and advanced chip packaging. In addition, high demand for processors for artificial intelligence systems and servers is putting further pressure on manufacturers.

According to the source, Qualcomm raised the prices of its Snapdragon X and Snapdragon X2 Elite processors by approximately 10% starting October 1. Since these chips are intended primarily for laptops, the price change could affect the production cost of future computer models. AMD is also reportedly planning to raise the prices of some Ryzen and EPYC processors. However, the company has not yet disclosed which models will be affected or how large the increase will be.

An increase in the prices computer manufacturers pay for processors does not mean that the retail prices of finished computers and laptops will immediately rise by the same percentage. Manufacturers, distributors and retailers may use existing inventory or absorb the additional costs themselves for a certain period.