Intel Abandons On-Package Memory for Future CPU Generations

Intel's CEO confirms a return to traditional memory designs for upcoming Panther Lake and Nova Lake CPUs, moving away from Lunar Lake's niche approach.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger announced that future CPU generations, including Panther Lake and Nova Lake, will not feature on-package memory, marking a shift from the Lunar Lake design.
Lunar Lake CPUs, which included on-package LPDDR5X memory, were initially intended as niche products but became high-volume due to the AI PC market demand.
The decision to move away from on-package memory is driven by its negative impact on profit margins, with Intel aiming for more traditional designs to improve business efficiency.
Panther Lake CPUs, slated for release in the second half of 2025, will be the first to utilize Intel's 18A node, promising better performance and manufacturing cost efficiency.
Intel remains committed to its Arc GPU line, though it plans to focus more on integrated graphics solutions, reflecting a strategic shift in its graphics product roadmap.