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New Leak Points to Four Unlocked Nova Lake Chips With bLLC, Including 288MB Dual-Tile Variants

Fresh leaks point to four overclockable Nova Lake desktop chips with up to 288 MB of last-level cache, with all specifications unverified by Intel.

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Intel Core i5 14600K inside a Z790 motherboard.

Overview

  • Leaker Kopite7kimi now claims Intel will offer four Nova Lake-S bLLC models: two dual compute-tile parts with 288 MB total bLLC and two single-tile parts with 144 MB.
  • The dual-tile rumors cite 8+16 and 8+12 core configurations per tile, while the single-tile options are said to be 8+16 and 8+12 core designs.
  • Earlier reporting from leaker Jaykihn indicated the bLLC feature would be limited to unlocked “K” SKUs rather than spanning the entire lineup.
  • Separate leaks suggest the enlarged cache targets AMD’s 3D V-Cache chips, with 144 MB totals exceeding the Ryzen 9 9950X3D’s 96 MB L3, though performance outcomes remain unknown.
  • Some sources contend the bLLC resides on the compute tile and hint at tougher motherboard power delivery requirements, and Nova Lake is still expected to debut in 2026.