Intel Confirms Panther Lake CPUs for Late 2025, Nova Lake Launch Set for 2026

Panther Lake will debut Intel's 18A process node, while Nova Lake aims to deliver improved performance and cost efficiency with mixed internal and external manufacturing.

Panther Lake CPUs are scheduled to launch in the second half of 2025, marking Intel's first product on its advanced 18A process node.
Intel has not confirmed whether Panther Lake will be available for desktop platforms or limited to mobile devices initially.
Nova Lake CPUs are planned for a 2026 release and will succeed the Arrow Lake series, targeting both desktop and mobile markets.
Nova Lake production will utilize a mix of Intel's internal 18A node and external foundries, including TSMC, to optimize performance and cost.
Intel aims to enhance competitiveness with Nova Lake by addressing key issues like memory latency and improving profit margins.