Intel has reportedly increased prices on some of its key CPU lines, responding to a surge in demand largely driven by the artificial intelligence sector. According to a report from Wccftech, prices for the company's Raptor Lake processors have seen a notable jump of approximately 10% since the beginning of November. [6] The price adjustments are attributed to a combination of robust AI-related demand and tightening supply chains. The increases are particularly concentrated on older, more established chips, such as the Raptor Lake and AMD's Ryzen 5000 series, rather than the newest models. This suggests that the ongoing AI boom is creating strong demand for a wide range of computing components, not just the highest-end GPUs. [6] This development highlights how the ripple effects of AI are extending beyond specialized accelerators and are now significantly impacting the broader CPU market. The increased demand and resulting price hikes position Intel to potentially see improved revenue from these product segments as it heads into 2026. [6]