New leaks reveal details about Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra 300 series ‘Panther Lake’ CPUs, set to launch in the second half of 2025. These processors will feature a powerful 18-core configuration, enhanced graphics, and new core architectures, promising significant performance gains over the recently released ‘Lunar Lake’ CPUs.
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Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake CPUs, set to launch in the second half of 2025, are expected to feature a range of core configurations and impressive Xe GPU advancements. Leaks reveal details about different SKUs with varying core counts, TDPs, and Xe3 GPU integration, indicating a significant performance leap over current offerings.
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.
In the face of growing support for ARM chip architecture, Intel’s CEO, Pat Gelsinger, emphasizes the strength of x86 and Intel’s upcoming Lunar Lake and Panther Lake processors. However, he acknowledges the potential of ARM for battery life and suggests Intel’s interest in forging a foundry partnership with ARM.