Intel next-gen desktop CPUs to feature 12-52 cores across Core Ultra 3, 5, 7, and 9 SKUs
Nova Lake-S brings AI, Xe3 graphics, and 2nm tech to desktops
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Intel Nova Lake-S chips complete tape-out, could be company's most ambitious desktop CPU yet
Up to 52 cores, tiled architecture, and Xe3/Xe4 hybrid graphics
Rumor mill: Intel may be edging closer to unveiling what could be its most powerful and innovative desktop CPUs yet. A new report from SemiAccurate indicates that the company's upcoming Nova Lake-S processors have completed the tape-out phase at TSMC's fabrication plants in Taiwan. This key step marks the transition from design to the first real silicon chips made for internal testing.
Intel Raptor Lake CPUs are crashing more frequently due to summer heatwaves, Firefox dev says
Crash logs reveal a clear link between hot regions and Intel CPU failures
Intel Arrow Lake refresh to add NPU capabilities, Copilot+ features to desktop PCs
Gamers won't have much of a reason to upgrade
Intel Nova Lake CPUs may finally bring a 3D V-Cache rival to desktop gaming
Leaked specs suggest bLLC cache in Nova Lake to mirror AMD's V-Cache design
AMD Ryzen CPUs continue to crush Intel processors on Amazon best-seller list
Only three Core Ultra 200 CPUs occupy the top 100 list
Intel's Nova Lake-S CPUs to bring massive architectural overhaul, up to 52 cores
Intel aims at AMD's Zen 6 with radical Nova Lake-S redesign
Intel integrated graphics overclocked to 4.25 GHz, edging out the RTX 4090's world record
Arrow Lake iGPU pushed using 1.7V at -170°C
Intel claims up to 10% FPS boost in nine games with latest Arc GPU driver
Intel's latest Arc graphics drivers brings improved performance, smoother frame pacing, and enhanced low-power modes to all Core Ultra 200V-powered devices. According to Intel, users can expect up to a 10% performance boost across nine tested titles.
Intel demos Panther Lake chips, promises Arrow Lake performance with Lunar Lake efficiency
Launching in early 2026
Nvidia driver enables RTX 5000 GPU support on Intel Core 2 CPUs – with a catch
Modern games simply won't launch
Intel's Arrow Lake CPUs throttle PCIe 5.0 SSD speeds, tests reveal
The Arrow Lake disaster continues to bring bad news to Intel aficionados
Editor's take: It's no secret that Intel is in a tight spot. The company that invented the microprocessor doesn't seem to understand how to make great products anymore, and users are suffering significant performance issues as a consequence.
Intel cuts Arrow Lake CPU prices by up to 25%, Core Ultra can't catch Ryzen sales
Intel's Core Ultra 265K has dropped sharply in price, from $400 to $295, in the six months since its release. This chip (and all other Intel CPUs) barely break into Amazon's top 20 best sellers, with AMD Ryzen dominating all top 10 spots.
Intel Panther Lake rollout to start with one 45W model, others pushed to Q1 2026
New CPU model emerges with 4 performance cores, 8 efficiency cores, and 4 Xe3 cores
Intel doubles down on foundry ambitions, unveils 18A and 14A process enhancements
New CEO means to woo foundry clients
In context: Intel's recent challenges are undoubtedly familiar to anyone who has paid even the slightest attention to the semiconductor market. These issues were a key reason the company recently appointed semiconductor industry veteran Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO. Some even speculated that Intel might spin off its chip-making foundry business.
Intel's overclocking tool offers 7.5% performance gains without voiding warranty
New "200S Boost" tool tunes PCs running Core Ultra 200S "Arrow Lake" CPUs
Intel to adopt TSMC's next-gen 2nm process for upcoming Nova Lake CPUs
Nova Lake will also debut a new LGA 1954 motherboard socket
Intel's 18A node enters risk production, paving the way for Panther Lake
18A node production begins ramping up
New Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan takes the reins with a familiar but faster plan
New leadership, same mission
Intel shows off in-game AI assistant running on Core Ultra 200HX
Gaming AI assistants are coming, but remain unproven
Intel's comeback plan: Panther Lake in 2025, Nova Lake in 2026, says CEO Lip-Bu Tan
18A node at heart of Intel's push, Tan doubles down on product delivery
Intel's Panther Lake CPU spotted at Embedded World 2025, giving us an early look at the next-gen chip
"Panther Lake" Core Ultra Xe3 GPU promises a major graphics leap
Intel Z890 Motherboard Roundup: 50 Boards Tested
After months of testing over 50 Z890 motherboards, we've gathered a massive amount of data. Was it worth it? Who knows – but if you're looking for the best Intel Z890 board, you're in the right place.
Intel discloses CPU roadmap, confirms Nova Lake architecture for 2026 rollout
Nova Lake is confirmed to utilize a mix of internal and external production
Intel claims Core Ultra 200 patches improve gaming performance by up to 26% (Update: they don't)
Intel's claims falter, gaming woes continue