PlayStation 4's Success Crucial in AMD's Financial Recovery
AMD executives highlight how the PS4 processor development played a pivotal role in steering the company away from bankruptcy.
- AMD's custom 'Jaguar' processor for the PS4 and Xbox One generated significant revenue during financial struggles.
- The console contracts provided a lifeline after the 2008 financial crisis and intense competition from Intel.
- AMD's turnaround allowed investment in new technologies like the Zen CPU architecture and Radeon graphics.
- The PS4 sold approximately 117 million units, while the Xbox One sold around 58 million, boosting AMD's financials.
- AMD's successful recovery has led to continued partnerships with Sony and Microsoft for their latest console generations.