Intel Plans to Release 28-Core "Nova Lake-S" Early in 2027 Ahead of 52-Core SKU

1. Intel will launch the 28-core "Nova Lake-S" DS desktop processor in Q1 2027, between January and March. Newsworthy Reliable Neutral
2. The 52-core "Nova Lake-S" CPU with dual compute dies is scheduled for release between late May and September 2027. Newsworthy Reliable Neutral
3. Intel's "Nova Lake-S" processors feature up to 8 "Coyote Cove" P-Cores and 16 "Arctic Wolf" E-Cores plus 4 LPE-Cores in the I/O die. Newsworthy Reliable Neutral
4. Single compute die SKUs will offer up to 28 cores, while dual compute die SKUs will provide 52 cores total. Newsworthy Reliable Neutral
5. Intel plans to launch overclocking-focused "K" SKUs in early Q2 2027, between March and April. Relevant Reliable Neutral
6. The 16-core and 8-core "Nova Lake-S" SKUs are expected to launch in Q2 2027, from late March to May. Relevant Reliable Neutral
7. Intel shifted most compute tile production to its 18A node, potentially causing later launch timing for 52-core SKUs. Relevant Plausible Neutral
8. Double the compute tiles required for 52-core SKUs means Intel needs more ramp-up time for production capacity. Relevant Plausible Neutral

Type: standard news · Analysis confidence: 95%

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