Intel’s Nova Lake CPUs Set to Deliver Major Performance Gains, Leaking 60% Multi-Core Boost
According to information from an internal Intel document (thanks VideoCardz), the Nova Lake CPUs could represent a significant leap forward. While it hasn’t been clarified which generation these CPUs are compared to, it is likely they are being compared to the current Core Ultra 200 series. This new product promises industry-leading performance for gaming, though its release will not happen until 2026. Here are the first key details about it.
A Significant Leap in Multi-Core Performance
The Nova Lake CPUs are rumored to have a total of 52 cores, which include 16 P-Cores based on the Coyote Cove architecture, 32 E-Cores using the Arctic Wolf Cove design, and 4 LP-E cores, which are low-power cores. This configuration is likely to be the top-tier model in the series, representing a significant upgrade over the Core Ultra 9 285K, which currently features 24 cores in total.
Intel’s internal documents suggest the Nova Lake CPUs will offer a 10% improvement in single-core performance and a 60% increase in multi-core performance, thanks to the larger number of cores and new architectures.
The Nova Lake Features
In terms of Processor Base Power (PBP), the Nova Lake CPUs are expected to have a 150-watt base power. The platform will likely be compatible with the LGA 1954 socket and 900-series chipsets. Additionally, the PCIe 5.0 lanes are expected to increase to 36, while the Nova Lake-S CPUs will feature a new memory controller capable of handling CUDIMM modules with speeds exceeding 10,000 MT/s. While the exact manufacturing process is still unknown, it is believed that Intel will rely on TSMC’s 2nm process.
