Intel’s highly anticipated Arrow Lake series is set to make its debut by the end of this year, bringing with it a comprehensive lineup of processors for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. This marks a significant milestone for Intel as it introduces Al-acceleration cores across its entire product range. One key aspect of this transition is the introduction of a new socket called LGA-1851, signaling a shift to a novel computer platform.
Reliable Chinese leaker, Golden Pig Upgrade, known for accurate Intel leaks, has provided some crucial details about the Arrow Lake series. Contrary to earlier rumors, Arrow Lake will not support DDR4 memory. Instead, it is expected to adopt the nomenclature of Core Ultra 200 series or Second Generation Core Ultra. Golden Pig Upgrade also clarified that Arrow Lake chips will not support hyper-threading and will not incorporate LP E-Core found in Meteor Lake chips. However, they will feature a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) core, delivering performance similar to that of Meteor Lake’s NPU.
#Intel Arrow Lake isn't only a major change in architecture, but also process node. RPL-R on Intel 7 isn't even using EUV; Intel 20A is 2nd gen EUV, Gate-All-Around & Backside Power Delivery at the same time.
The biggest generational jump in process node ever?— High Yield (@highyieldYT) March 2, 2024
In terms of graphics capabilities, Arrow Lake will integrate up to 4 Xe-Cores, setting it apart from the Arc Graphics lineup. Any integrated GPU with fewer than 7 cores will be categorized as Intel Graphics. Desktop variants (Arrow Lake-S) are likely to utilize Xe-LPG architecture, while mobile versions are expected to feature Xe-LPG as well.
Golden Pig Upgrade also revealed that Arrow Lake desktop chips will utilize Intel’s 20A process node, exclusively reserved for 6P 8E core configurations. These configurations are anticipated to debut in the upcoming Core Ultra 5 non-K series. Additionally, both mobile high-power HX and desktop variants will require a PCH (chipset).
With an imminent release on the horizon, Intel’s Arrow Lake series represents a significant leap forward in processor technology. Its enhanced performance and efficiency promise to elevate computing experiences across a wide range of devices. As anticipation builds, the tech community eagerly awaits Intel’s official launch of Arrow Lake later this year.