Intel has already confirmed that Panther Lake processors will be released in 2025. Industry observers expect a launch in the second half of the year. Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Intel’s interim co-CEO, only said at an investor event that Panther Lake would be released in 2025, but provided no further details. But what we do know: The new chips, which are expected to be marketed under the name “Intel Core Ultra 300”, use Intel’s advanced 18A manufacturing process. In the latter, the metal layer intended for the power supply is located on the back of the transistors. This aims to reduce manufacturing complexity and improve performance. Although the planned market launch is still far away, the first technical samples have already been delivered to selected OEM partners. It is not uncommon for partners to have long delivery times. These first test samples, internally called ES0, mark an important milestone in development. According to the new report from Golem, eight manufacturers have already successfully tested the chips for the first time. This indicates a promising state of development and gives hope for a planned market launch. Intel plans to produce the majority of Panther Lake chips in its own factories again. According to previous statements by former CEO Pat Gelsinger, more than 70 percent of production will take place in-house. This promises financial benefits for the company
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