➀ Automotive technology is a key driver of innovation at CES 2025 in Las Vegas; ➁ Major software and hardware announcements from BMW, Intel, and NVIDIA highlight the advancements; ➂ The focus is on the transition from self-driving vehicles to windshield widgets.
Recent #Intel news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Congatec has integrated Intel Core S (Bartlett Lake S) processors into its COM-HPC Client Size C modules; ➁ The modules are designed for power-hungry edge and infrastructure applications with hybrid architecture and support for Intel TSN and TCC; ➂ Up to 42 PCIe lanes and 32 AI inference capable execution units are available.
➀ Intel is committed to the discrete GPU market with the success of the Arc B580; ➁ The Arc B580 has received positive reception for its performance and improvements over the first-gen cards; ➂ Intel plans to release the B570 soon and remains committed to the discrete graphics market.
➀ Intel kicked off its CES 2025 keynote with a focus on creating world-class products across consumer and data center portfolios.➁ The company discussed the Intel Core Ultra 200 series, emphasizing performance and power efficiency.➂ Intel highlighted its vPro technology and introduced the vPro Fleet services for remote remediation and fleet-wide issue resolution.
➀ Intel unveiled the Core Ultra 200 series mobile CPUs at CES 2025; ➁ The series includes the Core Ultra 200H, 200HX, and 200U models with varying core counts and power consumption; ➂ The CPUs offer performance improvements over previous generations with similar clock rates and core counts.
➀ IBM and GloFo have settled their lawsuit over intellectual property and are exploring future cooperation; ➁ The lawsuit stemmed from IBM's transfer of its semiconductor unit to GloFo and subsequent technology transfers; ➂ GloFo accused IBM of transferring IP and trade secrets to Rapidus and Intel, and of attempting to attract technical staff.
➀ Intel's next-generation Nova Lake and Razer Lake CPU architectures have been revealed in the Linux kernel; ➁ Nova Lake is expected to be the Core Ultra 400 series for desktops, while Razer Lake targets laptops; ➂ Nova Lake will likely use Intel's 14A or TSMC's 2nm process, debuting in 2025.
➀ Seven new PCI IDs have been added to the Linux kernel for upcoming Intel processors; ➁ The leak suggests preliminary enablement for Panther Lake, Wildcat Lake, Nova Lake, and Razer Lake CPUs; ➂ The processors include various market segments and features, with some rumored to have up to 16 cores and Xe3-core-based iGPU.
➀ The ThinkPad X1 Carbon (Gen 13) Aura Edition offers an impressive lightweight design, strong performance, and a great keyboard, but falls short in battery life compared to competitors. ➁ It features an Intel “Lunar Lake” Core Ultra processor, a 2.8k OLED display, and is tested against 12 MIL-STD durability tests. ➂ Despite its thin profile, it provides ample ports and excellent build quality.
➀ Intel releases new graphics driver for Arc B580; ➁ Driver supports Intel Core Processor N-series and Series 2 CPUs; ➂ Intel Twin Lake NX50 series and Intel Core 200 processors are upcoming
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➀ The MSI A13 360 AIO Liquid Cooler offers reasonable performance and noise levels at $99 USD; ➁ It comes with pre-installed fans and good thermal performance; ➂ However, the 240mm version doesn't provide significant benefits over air coolers.
➀ TSMC is expected to have the best 2nm process by the end of the year, with 60% yields on a GAA process in mass production in Q4 2025. ➁ Samsung is aiming for a Q4 launch for production on 2nm but won't optimize BSPD until 2027. ➃ Intel is also targeting a 2nm process with BSPD and GAA, despite 10% yields reported. ➄ Rapidus, a dark horse, is hoping to have its first 2nm prototype chips out this April with production by the end of the year and mass production in 2027.
➀ MSI's upcoming Raider 18 HX NRE gaming laptop is rumored to feature Intel's Core Ultra 9 285HX CPU and NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4070 GPU; ➁ The laptop is expected to have 64GB of RAM and an 18-inch Mini-LED panel; ➂ The laptop is set to debut at CES 2025.
➀ The article discusses the current state of server technology in 2025, including CPU core counts, networking speeds, SSD and HDD capacities, server memory, and AI-specific GPUs. It mentions the latest offerings from AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, Broadcom, and others. ➁ It highlights the trends in server technology, such as the increasing number of CPU cores, the rise of 400Gbps networking, and the growth in SSD capacities. ➂ The article also touches on the future of server technology, including the expected advancements in CPU performance, networking, and storage.
➀ The first images of Intel's upcoming budget Arrow Lake CPUs have leaked, revealing an integrated heat spreader (IHS) smaller than the one used for other Core Ultra 200 Series chips; ➁ The smaller IHS could potentially affect compatibility with LGA 1851 motherboards; ➂ The chips are manufactured in Vietnam, indicating a shift in Intel's production strategy.
➀ LG reveals four new Gram laptops for 2025; ➁ The LG Gram Pro series features high-resolution screens and Intel's latest laptop processors; ➂ The LG Gram Book is an entry-level option with a Core i5 chip.
➀ Lenovo's new ThinkPad X9 14/15 laptops have been leaked, revealing the removal of the TrackPoint and reduced connectivity options; ➁ The new laptops are expected to include Intel's Core Ultra 200 series CPUs; ➂ The full reveal is set for CES 2025.
➀ Intel's Foundry Services (IFS) division is struggling with low wafer yields and projected cumulative losses. ➁ Selling IFS could provide Intel with $30 billion to focus on core operations, but might hinder IDM 2.0 strategy. ➂ The decision hinges on whether Intel should continue investing in IFS or sell it to reduce financial risks.
➀ Intel's Arc Battlemage B580 graphics card has received positive reviews for its affordability and 12GB of GDDR6 memory; ➁ A report suggests a professional variant with 24GB of VRAM will debut in 2025; ➂ The rumored Pro series model is said to cater to the AI market and could target workstations or data centers.