But this time, this will most probably backfire, for windows.
Regarding intel, they would be least affected, amd is very weak at supply.
My point is 7th gen intel processors are very recent, latest one launched in 2017. It was discontinued only in October 2020. This means there are lots and lots of laptops still in market with 7th gen, and some are even on online platforms. People buying them, will feel cheated. Most will blame windows as well as manufacturer brands. Nobody’s gonna say it is intel’s fault (including me).
Let’s wait and see.
Btw, I heard windows 11 is free of cost. I knew that