Revolutionizing Computing: Global CPU Market Booms in 2021 with Intel Leading the Way

A CPU, or central processing unit, is an electronic component used to execute instructions in computer programs. It is the core component of a computer system and is also one of the important indicators of computer performance. The CPU is a microprocessor chip composed of many transistors. It can receive and interpret instructions from the computer memory and execute these instructions. The speed of the CPU is usually measured in hertz (Hz), and the faster the speed, the more efficient the execution of instructions.

CPUs are usually divided into several different types, including desktop CPUs, server CPUs, and mobile device CPUs. Their designs and functions are different to meet the needs of different application scenarios.

In 2021, the CPU market showed a rapid growth trend in shipments. According to market research data, the global CPU shipments reached 315 million units in the first quarter of 2021, a year-on-year increase of 15.2%. Among them, the shipment volume of desktop computer CPUs grew rapidly, reaching 134 million units, a year-on-year increase of 19.8%; the shipment volume of server CPUs also increased, reaching 7.92 million units, a year-on-year increase of 7.7%. The shipment volume of mobile device CPUs also showed a growing trend, but the growth rate was relatively slow.

In the CPU market, Intel is still the leading manufacturer, and the largest CPU manufacturer in the world, with a market share of about 80%. Intel's main competitor, AMD, is also expanding its market share. MediaTek is a chip manufacturer from Taiwan, and its market share is prominent in the mobile device field, currently accounting for about 40% of the market share. In addition, there are other manufacturers such as Qualcomm and Samsung, whose market shares in specific fields cannot be ignored.

In the future, it is predicted that the CPU market will continue to grow and develop towards high performance, low power consumption, and high security. Major manufacturers will continue to strengthen research and development, and introduce better products to meet market demand.