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It's unlikely that Apple will abandon Intel for AMD in the MacBook.

by Lisander González / July 24, 2015 2:19 PM EDT

Mark Hibben suggests that Apple could enlist the design services of chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices to build a custom processor for Apple MacBooks. In fact, he hopes that such a move could be a good one.

Intel processors are some of the best components in Apple's MacBooks, but what if Apple decided to try AMD?

Quote from Ashraf Eassa of The Motley Fool

This is how Ashraf Eassa writes for The Motley Fool, describing the unlikelihood of Apple changing the brand of processors currently used in its laptop systems. (Although I personally think AMD is a pretty good manufacturer, Intel has a much stronger foothold in that regard with its systems.)

Intel is the processor chosen for Apple

Intel processors are basically designed for an "all-in-one" system, meaning all their power is concentrated in just one part of a small processor, while AMD processors are more suited for desktop computers due to their size and power.

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Intel chipsets generally have what companies or individuals look for in a microprocessor, but they are also among the most expensive brands on the market due to their reputation and high-quality materials.

Although AMD's disadvantage is its performance compared to this powerful company, it could present a significant challenge for many, but in this case, it doesn't seem to be the best choice for Apple's preferences. We also have to consider that Intel 's market reputation is much stronger than AMD's, and despite its products being of good quality, they don't seem to outperform those created by its rival.

Perhaps for some time in the future, AMD may surpass the strength that Intel represents, but for the moment it is not what Apple is looking for or needs for the construction of its powerful machine models this year.