Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

About Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

Globally, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) functions as a key player in the semiconductor industry. Its operations are divided into two primary segments: Computing and Graphics, and Enterprise, Embedded, and Semi-Custom solutions. AMD develops a comprehensive range of products. These include x86 microprocessors (often integrated as Accelerated Processing Units or APUs), chipsets, and various graphics processing units (GPUs), spanning discrete, integrated, data center, and professional models. The company also provides development services, server and embedded processors, and bespoke System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions, notably supplying core technology for modern gaming consoles. For desktop and laptop computers, AMD offers processors under well-known brands such as AMD Ryzen (encompassing PRO and Threadripper series), AMD Athlon (including PRO models), AMD FX, and the AMD A-Series (and PRO A-Series). Its discrete graphics solutions for personal computers are found under the AMD Radeon and AMD Embedded Radeon labels, while professional graphics products are marketed as AMD Radeon Pro and AMD FirePro. In the server domain, AMD provides accelerators like Radeon Instinct, Radeon PRO V-series, and AMD Instinct, along with chipsets carrying the AMD trademark, and AMD EPYC microprocessors designed for server applications. The company's embedded processor portfolio features brands such as AMD Athlon, AMD Geode, AMD Ryzen, AMD EPYC, AMD R-Series, and G-Series. Additionally, AMD crafts customer-specific solutions that harness its CPU, GPU, and multimedia technologies, alongside semi-custom SoC developments. AMD caters to a broad spectrum of clients, encompassing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), public cloud service providers, original design manufacturers (ODMs), system integrators, independent distributors, online retailers, and add-in-board manufacturers. The company utilizes a multi-faceted distribution strategy, reaching these partners through its direct sales force, independent distributors, and dedicated sales representatives. Incorporated in 1969, AMD's corporate headquarters are situated in Santa Clara, California.