Intel has provided a glimpse into its future product roadmap during a recent event in China, revealing details about its upcoming Core Ultra processors. Notably, the company announced that the Panther Lake series is slated for a Q1 2026 launch.
Read More »Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO
Intel has appointed Lip-Bu Tan, former Cadence CEO and Intel board member, to lead the company as it navigates increasing losses within its foundry division. This appointment follows Pat Gelsinger's recent departure as CEO, leaving a temporary leadership void filled by co-CEOs Michelle Johnston Holthaus and David Zinsner. Tan is …
Read More »Nvidia and Broadcom are reportedly testing Intel’s 18A process node
Intel's 18A manufacturing process is gaining traction, with industry giants Nvidia and Broadcom reportedly testing chips using this process node. This news comes as a welcome boost for Intel, which is striving to regain its footing in the competitive semiconductor landscape. Sources close to the matter have revealed to Reuters …
Read More »Intel 18A process node detailed
Intel has launched a dedicated webpage showcasing its Intel 18A (1.8nm-class) fabrication process. While launching a website solely for a manufacturing process might seem unusual, especially since it primarily reiterates previously announced milestones, it's a strategic move for a company facing intense scrutiny from many sources, including investors, industry observers, …
Read More »Intel Arc “Celestial” GPUs will reportedly be based on an Intel process node
The next generation Intel Arc 'Celestial' graphics cards are in the works and according to reports, it may be the first discrete GPU to be based on an Intel process node.
Read More »Intel Arrow Lake might get a refresh after all
Intel's mobile platform roadmap for the next few years is becoming increasingly clear. Panther Lake is expected to debut this year, followed by Nova Lake in 2026, with the latter also likely making its way to desktops. Interestingly, whispers of an Arrow Lake Refresh have been circulating for a while, …
Read More »Intel Panther Lake leak claims new CPUs will offer 180 AI TOPS performance
Reputable leaker Jaykihn has revealed the full specifications for Intel's upcoming Panther Lake and Wildcat Lake series. Both are expected to launch as part of the Core Ultra 300 series later this year. Jaykihn's leak corroborates previous indications from Linux patches that Panther Lake is destined exclusively for mobile platforms. …
Read More »Intel Nova Lake to include up to four low-power E-cores
Intel's upcoming Nova Lake-S architecture might be even more powerful than previously thought. Rumours suggest a core count of 52, not the initially reported 48. This news arrives alongside whispers of a potential rethink regarding an Arrow Lake Refresh, although details about this are still scarce. More concrete information is …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 7 255H beats AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 in Passmark single-thread benchmark
Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 7 255H mobile processor shows impressive single-threaded performance in a leaked PassMark benchmark, but its multi-core capabilities raise concerns. The Passmark results (via Notebookcheck) reveal a significant generational leap in single-threaded performance. The Core Ultra 7 255H scored 4631 points, a 32% increase over the Core …
Read More »Intel Panther Lake on track for 2025, Nova Lake coming in 2026
Intel has confirmed part of its CPU roadmap for the next two years, confirming the arrival of Panther Lake in 2025 and Nova Lake in 2026. But while Panther Lake's future in the desktop market remains uncertain, Nova Lake could shake things up with a new architecture with dual CPU tiles.
Read More »Three new PCI IDs for Arc Battlemage series added to Intel’s Linux kernel driver
Intel's Arc Battlemage GPU family might be getting a few new members. New PCI IDs spotted in Intel's Linux patches suggest the company is preparing to launch three additional Battlemage graphics cards. While the current Battlemage lineup consists of only the Arc B580 and B570, rumours have been swirling about …
Read More »DLSS Swapper can now be used swap AMD FSR 3.1 and Intel XeSS DLL files
DLSS Swapper, a handy tool for those who want to update the DLSS version running in their games, now also allows users to do the same for AMD FSR 3.1 Intel XeSS. DLSS Swapper allows gamers to manually update the DLSS libraries in games, often to newer versions with improved …
Read More »MSI Afterburner beta adds support for RTX 50 series GPUs, Ryzen 9000
MSI Afterburner has received a significant update with the release of version 4.6.6 Beta 5. This latest version brings many improvements, including support for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards, experimental support for Ryzen 9000 and Core Ultra 200 CPUs, alongside a fresh new look. Developed by Alexey “Unwinder” …
Read More »Intel Arc B570 benchmarks leak ahead of release
Following the successful launch of the Arc B580 in December, the B570 is about to arrive with a lower price tag, fewer cores, and a more budget-friendly focus. Performance numbers aren't known yet, but early benchmarks show a similar price-performance ratio as its bigger sibling. The B580 quickly became a …
Read More »Enermax releases Liqtech XTR AIO for workstations
Enermax has unleashed the Liqtech XTR, a high-performance AIO liquid cooler designed to tame the thermal demands of AMD Ryzen Threadripper and Intel Xeon W processors. First showcased at Computex 2024, the Liqtech XTR boasts an impressive cooling capacity of over 550W, making it ideal for demanding workstations and professional …
Read More »Overclocker sets new world record with Intel Core i9 running at 9.12GHz
The pursuit of 10GHz CPU clock speeds continues, with a Chinese overclocker recently pushing closer to the milestone. Using an Intel Core i9-14900KF, a new world record frequency has been set at 9.122 GHz.
Read More »Intel Vision returns in April 2025
Fresh off of its CES 2025 showcase, Intel is already gearing up for its next big event: Vision 2025. This business-focused gathering, scheduled for March 31st to April 1st, will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and investors to explore the future of technology.
Read More »CES 2025: The Best Tech on Show
CES 2025 has wrapped up. We went back over our extensive video coverage from the week to round up the best tech of the show! If you missed out on any of last week's announcements, this round-up will get you up to speed fast.
Read More »Intel reveals Laminar RH2 and RM2 CPU coolers
Intel has quietly introduced a refreshed CPU cooler alongside its new Core Ultra 200 non-K series processors. The Laminar RH2, bundled exclusively with the Core Ultra 9 285, promises improved cooling performance and a touch of style with integrated ARGB lighting. As for the new RM2, bundled with the remaining …
Read More »CES 2025: Acer unveils new AI-powered laptops and all-in-one PCs
Acer has plenty to showcase at CES this year. Aside from the new Nitro Blaze gaming handhelds, Acer also has a wide range of new-generation laptops ready to hit the market, utilising the latest CPUs from both AMD and Intel. The new Acer Copilot+ PCs harness the power of AI …
Read More »Intel discontinues the Laminar RS1 stock CPU cooler
Intel has officially retired its budget-oriented Laminar RS1 CPU cooler, ending an era of affordable (and often underwhelming) thermal solutions. The Laminar RS1 has been a staple of the company's low-end CPU offerings, bundled with Pentium and Celeron processors. While not entirely deserving of its negative reputation, the RS1's cooling …
Read More »CES 2025: Intel launches new generation CPUs for gaming laptops
CES begins today and Intel is starting things off with a range of new processors. The new Intel Core Ultra 200HX and H series mobile processors are the focal point, but we also have new 65W and 35W Core Ultra 200S desktop processors.
Read More »New Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs up for preorder in China ahead of global launch
Intel will finally bring its Core Ultra 200 series to the masses with the launch of its non-K CPUs and more affordable B860 and H810 motherboards. Budget-conscious gamers and system builders can rejoice as these new offerings promise a compelling combination of performance and value. According to 孤城Hardware (via VideoCardz), …
Read More »Intel’s new graphics software removes ‘Studio’ recording and streaming features
Intel's new Graphics Software has arrived with a surprising omission: the “Studio” tab, which housed streaming and recording features in the previous Arc Control software. According to Intel, this feature has been removed due to low user usage. This decision has left many users scratching their heads, especially considering the …
Read More »Intel B860 and H810 and AMD B850 and B840 motherboards planned for January launch
Get ready for a wave of new motherboard options early next year, with Intel gearing up to launch its B860 and H810 chipsets while AMD is getting ready to launch the B840 and B850 chipsets. With these chipsets, both brands will offer a more affordable entry point for users building …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 225H, 255H and 285H benchmarks shows promising performance uplift
Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake-H mobile processors are showing their strength in leaked Geekbench benchmark results. New Geekbench entries of Core Ultra 5 225H, 255H, and 285H have surfaced online, offering a more optimistic glimpse of the performance gains expected from Intel's next-generation laptop CPUs. The first Geekbench entries of the …
Read More »Asus is reportedly launching a ROG NUC powered by Core Ultra 200H and RTX 50
Asus's next-generation ROG NUC, packed with Intel's latest Core Ultra 200H series processors and Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50 series GPUs, has been prematurely revealed in a leaked teaser video. According to Tom's Hardware, the video was posted on Asus's social media channels before being removed. Fortunately, Weibo user 孤城Hardware was …
Read More »Intel expected to launch Arc Pro “Battlemage” GPUs with 24GB of VRAM
Intel is reportedly planning to launch Arc Pro Battlemage graphics cards with 24 GB of VRAM. These new cards will replace the current Arc Pro A-series cards, which come with up to 12 GB of VRAM. According to Quantum Bits (via @harukaze5719), Intel is developing a 24 GB version of …
Read More »Intel announces AI-focused keynote at CES 2025
Despite its internal issues, Intel is joining AMD and Nvidia at CES 2025 with its own keynote. At the center stage will be the company's interim co-CEO, Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who will deliver the keynote, which is expected to focus on AI PC technology. While Intel hasn't revealed the specific …
Read More »Yo Ho Ho and a Merry End to 2024 (which turned out a bit weird)
2024 has been a busy year. It feels like CES 2024 took place about three years ago and Computex - a mere six months ago - is ancient history. You have to think long and hard to recall that yes, Nvidia 40-series Super did indeed arrive in 2024. This is my video about my recollections of the year and that pretty much boils down to CPUs and motherboards.
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