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It looks like Intel has no intention of slowing down and is preparing something really interesting for desktops. New leaks suggest that in addition to the standard processors from the Core Ultra 400 "Nova Lake-S" series, the company is working on a special variant of APU, which could significantly raise the bar for integrated graphics. We're talking about a chip equipped with as many as 12 Xe3P graphic cores, which could result in performance comparable to dedicated budget GPUs. This is a clear signal that Intel wants to make a stronger entry into the segment that so far has been the domain of AMD.
Unusual configuration and focus on graphics
The new APU is expected to offer a configuration of 4 performance cores (P-core), 8 efficiency cores (E-core), and 4 LPE cores, which totals 16 CPU cores in a 4+8+4 layout. However, the most interesting element is the 12-core Xe3P graphics, which are meant to be an enhanced version of the Xe3 architecture. In practice, this means that Intel may target users who want to game or work without needing to buy a separate graphics card. This approach is reminiscent of AMD's strategy and their popular Ryzen G series APUs, which have dominated the "all-in-one" segment for years. Intel clearly wants to respond to this advantage by offering a more balanced layout with fewer CPU cores but significantly stronger integrated graphics.
Ambitions greater than before
Interestingly, this isn't the only configuration that Intel is working on. Previous leaks spoke of a much more extreme variant "Nova Lake-AX" with even 48 Xe3 cores and a huge number of CPU cores. This project had the potential to become one of the most powerful APU in history, but it seems to have been temporarily put on hold. The current direction suggests a more realistic approach; instead of one "monster," Intel may release several different variants tailored to different needs. If the new APU actually offers performance close to the level of Arc B390 in the integrated version, it could be a significant breakthrough for the desktop market, especially for budget-conscious gamers.
The new APU from the Nova Lake series could be one of Intel's most significant moves in recent years, especially when it comes to competing with AMD in the integrated graphics segment.
source: techpowerup.com
