Intel has unveiled its new Xeon ‘Clearwater Forest’ server CPU, the first chip fabricated on the company’s innovative 18A process node. This marks a significant step forward for Intel, as it strives to regain its position in the semiconductor market. The chip is expected to launch in 2025 and will be manufactured in the USA, showcasing Intel’s commitment to domestic production.
Intel has achieved a significant milestone with its 18A node, confirming that both Panther Lake and Clearwater Forest CPUs have successfully booted into an operating system. This progress puts Intel on track for production in 2025, with Dell expected to integrate Panther Lake into its products in 2026. The 18A node also features Intel’s RibbonFET and PowerVIA technologies, marking a significant advancement in power efficiency and scalability.
