A long-time Intel user switched from Intel to AMD, citing concerns over power and reliability. The author, a System76 customer, experienced issues with their Intel-based machine, including overheating and kernel panics. They chose an AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPU-powered machine and reported improved performance, reduced heat, and no issues with kernel panics.

Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/i-switched-from-intel-to-amd-heres-why-im-never-going-back/