Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra 200 series processors, codenamed ‘Arrow Lake-S’, are set for an extended run, with plans for subsequent generations including Nova Lake and Razer Lake. The company is also introducing a new LGA 1851 socket for Arrow Lake-S, but the future of this socket for later generations remains uncertain. Intel is also adopting a new ‘Core Ultra’ branding, ditching the familiar ‘Core i’ naming convention.
Intel has reportedly cancelled its Arrow Lake-S Refresh, paving the way for Nova Lake to become the next-gen CPU after the Core Ultra 200 series. This decision likely stems from Intel’s confidence in the upcoming Arrow Lake-S processors and their ability to compete with AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series. The move also suggests a longer lifespan for the LGA 1851 socket, potentially forgoing a socket change until Nova Lake’s launch.
Intel’s next-gen desktop platform, Nova Lake, is set to revolutionize the CPU landscape with a groundbreaking architecture and TSMC’s cutting-edge 2nm process node. The upcoming Nova Lake-S CPUs will succeed the Arrow Lake series, offering significant performance improvements and a possible chance for Intel to regain its lead over AMD. However, the release of these powerful CPUs is still years away, with an estimated launch in 2027.
