AMD & ATI Unite: A Powerful Combination

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the merger between AMD and ATI, focusing on the implications for the graphics market, competition, and potential technological advancements. Participants express varied opinions on the impact of this consolidation on the industry and consumers.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants highlight the merger as a significant step that combines AMD's microprocessor technology with ATI's graphics capabilities, potentially creating a stronger competitor in various computing segments.
  • Others express concern that the consolidation may reduce competition in the graphics market, which they believe is already becoming thin.
  • One participant mentions personal disinterest in upgrading graphics hardware due to a lack of need for newer technologies like DirectX 10, indicating a shift in consumer priorities.
  • Another participant suggests that the merger could lead to improvements in AMD's chipsets and mentions the possibility of interesting developments in Direct Connect Technology.
  • There is a hope expressed by some that Intel might enter the high-performance GPU market, which could introduce more competition and benefit consumers.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express mixed feelings about the merger, with some supporting the potential benefits while others are concerned about the implications for competition. There is no consensus on whether the merger will ultimately be beneficial or detrimental to the market.

Contextual Notes

Participants' views are influenced by their perceptions of market competition and personal experiences with graphics technology, which may not fully account for broader industry trends or future developments.

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Individuals interested in the technology sector, particularly those following developments in graphics processing and semiconductor industries, may find this discussion relevant.

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On July 24, 2006, AMD and ATI announced a plan to join forces, in a transaction that will combine AMD’s technology leadership in microprocessors with ATI’s strengths in graphics, chipsets and consumer electronics. The result is a processing powerhouse: a new competitor, better equipped to drive growth, innovation and choice for its customers in commercial and mobile computing segments and in rapidly-growing consumer electronics segments. The transaction, valued at US $5.4 billion, is expected to close in Q4 2006 subject to approval by ATI shareholders, court approval, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with centers of excellence around the world, the new company will have a combined workforce of approximately 14,900 employees. This transaction breaks new ground for both companies and is expected to provide increased customer benefits in four key technology areas:

Source: AMD.com
 
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I'm not sure how I feel about this. I do like both companies, but competition the graphics market is starting to get pretty thin and I'm not sure consolidation is going to be a good thing. This should help improve AMD's chipsets, though.
 
I don't care anymore, i think i already bought my last Graphic card since i won't be upgrading to vista, and won't be able to use DX10, which means i won't be able to run the new games, so i won't need to upgrade my card.
 
russ_watters said:
I'm not sure how I feel about this. I do like both companies, but competition the graphics market is starting to get pretty thin and I'm not sure consolidation is going to be a good thing. This should help improve AMD's chipsets, though.

Agreed. However, it could yield some interesting results in Direct Connect Tecnology. Also, to be honest, I'm hoping Intel joins the "extreme" GPU market, so we will have another contender in the arena. By "extreme", I, of course, mearly mean going beyond integrated graphic cards.