Intel unleashes Panther Lake CPUs, first built on 18A process

Intel has finally let its new Panther Lake CPUs out of the cage. First detailed in October and now launching under the brand name Intel Core Ultra Series 3, these are the first chips made with Intel’s 18A process and boast improved power efficiency and performance, particularly for graphics and AI workloads.

Laptops with the chips will start shipping as soon as January 27, with Chipzilla boasting more than 200 design wins, including the new Dell XPS 14 and 16, which have just been announced and will be available for pre-order starting Tuesday, with a choice of Intel Core Ultra Series 3 configs. These laptops are all about long battery life, with Dell boasting in its press materials that they both lasted more than 40 hours while streaming 1080p video.

These new processors will also appear in devices other than laptops. Intel claims that they have been certified for ...