Intel Nova Lake targets +10% single-core performance and +60% multi-core performance

A slide shared on social networks – but unfortunately since deleted – made some references to the the performance of Intel’s future Nova Lake processors (Core Ultra 300), expected for 2026. Compared to the current Core Ultra 200 generation, the gains would be 10% in single-core and 60% in multi-core.

The slide doesn’t specify the type of processor concerned. It does, however, mention an in-game performance target, which contrasts with the more discreet Arrow Lake launch on this point. Intel is potentially aiming for an advantage over AMD’s Ryzen 9000X3D.

Rumors suggest a maximum configuration of 52 cores: 16 P-Cores, 32 E-Cores and 4 LP-Cores. Desktop versions will use a new LGA-1954 socket, incompatible with current motherboards. The mobile version would use BGA-2540.

Before Nova Lake, there’s plans for a limited refresh of Arrow Lake, mainly for K models.