“From today onwards, laptops utilizing the Intel Core Ultra processors will hit the market.”
Intel has officially introduced its latest line of mobile processors – the Intel Core Ultra series. These processors mark a significant milestone for Intel as they are the first in the consumer market to incorporate a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This NPU enables on-device generative AI experiences, which was highlighted during the company’s “AI Everywhere” launch event.
Over 230 laptops referred to as “world’s first AI PCs” will utilize the Intel Core Ultra processors. These devices, manufactured by major OEMs such as Acer, ASUS, Dell, Dynabook, Gigabyte, Google Chromebook, HP, Lenovo, LG, Microsoft Surface, MSI, and Samsung, will begin hitting shelves today in select models.
Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Intel’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of Client Computing Group, stated, “By 2028, AI PCs will make up 80% of the PC market. Together with our extensive network of hardware and software partners, Intel is well-positioned to lead this next generation of computing.”
The new Intel Core Ultra boasts a tri-cluster CPU architecture featuring P or Performance cores, E or Efficiency cores, and LP E or Low-Power Efficiency cores. Additionally, it integrates an Arc GPU equipped with up to eight Xe cores, enhancing overall performance.
Intel also unveiled the Intel Evo Edition for laptops, built upon the Intel Core Ultra platform. This edition promises up to 10 hours of real-world battery life per charge, improved performance with quieter operation, rapid charging capabilities, and instant wake support. Moreover, Intel plans to unveil the Intel Core Ultra-based vPro platform for commercial devices in the near future.
Among other significant announcements at the “AI Everywhere” event was the introduction of the 5th Gen Intel Xeon Processors, featuring a high-performance CPU with up to 64 CPU cores and boosted AI capabilities. Additionally, Intel’s CEO, Pat Gelsinger, offered a glimpse of the Intel Gaudi3 AI Accelerator, set to debut early next year. This accelerator is designed specifically for deep learning applications and large-scale generative AI models.