Intel's Battlemage GPUs Expected to Launch in December

Intel is reportedly preparing to release its next-gen Battlemage GPUs before AMD and NVIDIA's upcoming launches.

Intel's Battlemage GPU lineup, based on the Xe2 architecture, is anticipated to debut in December 2024.
Leaked shipping manifests suggest Intel is preparing to distribute retail packaging for the Arc B580, a mid-range Battlemage GPU.
Speculation indicates that the Battlemage series will include models with up to 32 Xe cores, targeting budget and mid-range markets.
Intel's strategy may involve launching Battlemage GPUs ahead of AMD's RDNA 4 and NVIDIA's Blackwell series, expected at CES 2025.
Rumors also suggest that Intel's subsequent Xe3 'Celestial' GPUs are under development, though details remain sparse.