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Intel's Core Ultra 400 'Nova Lake' Mass Production Set for Q4 2026, Q1 2027 Launch
Key points
- Nova Lake-S mass production expected Q4 2026.
- 28-core version launches Q1 2027.
- 52-core model to follow later in 2027.
- CPUs to feature Coyote Cove and Arctic Wolf cores.
Nova Lake-S Production and Launch Schedule
Intel's Core Ultra 400-series 'Nova Lake-S' CPU platform is reportedly on track to begin mass production in the fourth quarter of 2026. This schedule aligns with previous leaks and roadmap disclosures from 2025.
The initial launch in the first quarter of 2027 will feature a 28-core version. A more powerful 52-core model, potentially targeting the High-End Desktop (HEDT) market, is expected to arrive later in 2027, possibly between late May and September.
Product Configuration Details
The Nova Lake-S CPUs are rumored to include up to 16 high-performance Coyote Cove cores, each with 16MB of L2 cache, and up to 32 energy-efficient Arctic Wolf cores. Additionally, up to four low-power Arctic Wolf cores are expected.
Each pair of Coyote Cove cores will reportedly share a 2 MB L2 cache.
Source of Information
The information regarding the production and launch schedule comes from a slide published by @wxnod. While not an official Intel roadmap, it is believed to originate from a motherboard manufacturer or an OEM partner, suggesting its accuracy despite not being a final Intel statement.
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Intel's Core Ultra 400-series 'Nova Lake-S' CPUs are reportedly scheduled for mass production in Q4 2026, with the initial 28-core version launching in Q1 2027. This timeline confirms earlier leaks and indicates a staggered release for the new desktop processor platform, which will include a 52-core model later in 2027.