Intel's Nova Lake and Razer Lake CPU Architectures Surface in Linux Kernel Leak

Leaked details suggest Intel's upcoming desktop and laptop CPUs could debut in 2026, featuring advanced process nodes and new designations.

Intel's Nova Lake and Razer Lake CPU architectures have been identified in the Linux kernel, marking early development progress for the next-generation processors.
Nova Lake is expected to succeed Arrow Lake-S and could be branded under the Core Ultra 400 series for desktop systems, while Razer Lake is targeted for laptops.
The Nova Lake CPUs may utilize Intel's in-house 14A process or TSMC's 2nm process, with potential releases anticipated at CES 2026.
Razer Lake appears positioned to follow Nova Lake in Intel's roadmap, with a possible launch by 2027, though specific details remain unclear.
The leaks also confirm power configurations for Nova Lake-H processors, ranging from 20W to 80W TDPs, hinting at versatile mobile performance capabilities.