Lenovo Could Save Intel Corporation (INTC), Not BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY)

But the when it comes to the truly popular mobile devices — iPads, iPhones, Android devices — Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) is largely a non-player.

Admittedly, Intel did score a big win with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3. The next version of Samsung’s popular Android tablet will run on an Intel chip.

But the deal with Lenovo could be even bigger. If the K900 is a hit overseas, it should boost sales of Intel’s Atom chips.

More importantly, if Lenovo is committed to becoming the world’s biggest seller of mobile devices, maintaining a relationship with the Chinese tech giant should benefit Intel.

There’s no guarantee that future Lenovo devices will run on Intel chips, but with the relationship established, it’s entirely possible.

Overall, Intel investors — or investors interested in the company — should keep a close eye on Lenovo’s growing strength in the mobile market. If Lenovo continues to grow, and continues to turn to Intel for chips, the once-dominant chip-maker could snap back from its mobile-fueled decline.

Lenovo rides to the rescue

Lenovo doesn’t need BlackBerry to become a player in mobile — it already is one of the world’s largest smartphone makers, and has its eyes set on the top spot.

That might be an unrealistic goal, but given Lenovo’s success in the PC market, it’s possible.

If one company — other than Lenovo of course — stands to benefit from Lenovo’s rise, it’s Intel. Lenovo’s decision to put an Intel chip in its flagship K900 lends credence to Intel’s mobile strategy, and suggests that Intel might have a strong future in mobile chips.

The article Lenovo Could Save Intel, Not BlackBerry originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by Sam Mattera.

Sam Mattera has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Intel. The Motley Fool owns shares of Intel.

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