Allen
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AMD could power future Microsoft Surface laptops
With upcoming Picasso APUs
According to the rumor mill, Microsoft's future Surface laptop could use AMD hardware, most likely the upcoming Picasso APUs.
If it happens, and if Intel does not manage to twist Microsoft's arm, this will be a big win for AMD as such a deal will give AMD a much-needed boost in the notebook market.
Makes sense for Microsoft because AMD APUs have much better internal graphics than Intel CPUs. And, graphics is what most folks want.
As noted by the author, Intel may try something behind the scenes -- rather than just providing the best product and winning on that basis. Would not be the first time.
