Sources indicate that AMD is planning to increase the supply prices for downstream graphics card manufacturers, a move prompted by escalating memory costs. In the meantime, certain commentary channels have highlighted that both AMD and Intel will forgo launching new mainstream standalone desktop (MSDT)-class platforms in 2026. Specifically, Intel's 'Nova Lake-S' and AMD's 'Medusa Ridge' platforms are both slated for a postponed release in 2027. Should this information prove accurate, AMD will deviate from its long-standing tradition of launching MSDT platforms ahead of server processors—a pattern that has persisted since the 'Zen' era. This is because the 'Zen 6' EPYC 'Venice' processor remains on track for a 2026 release.
