Intel Panther Lake Leak: 12 SKUs with Core Ultra X

Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake lineup will feature 12 SKUs in the first batch, including four from the new Core Ultra X series, four regular Core Ultra processors, and four U-series chips. This leak reveals Intel’s ambitious next-generation mobile CPU strategy ahead of the official architecture deep dive scheduled for October 9.

Leaked Lineup Breakdown

Configuration Details

The Panther Lake lineup includes multiple configurations: 4+8+4Xe (4 P-Cores, 8 E-Cores, 4 Xe3 GPU Cores), 4+8+12Xe (4 P-Cores, 8 E-Cores, 12 Xe3 GPU Cores), 4+0+4Xe (4 P-Cores only with 4 GPU cores), and 2+0+4Xe (2 P-Cores with 4 GPU cores). The high-end variant with 12 Xe3 GPU cores targets gaming performance, while balanced configurations suit general use.

What Makes Panther Lake Special?

Panther Lake represents Intel’s first 18A process product, with PTL-U and PTL-H SKUs expected to ship by the end of 2025, followed by additional SKUs in 2026. The architecture promises high-performance core design similar to Arrow Lake-H while maintaining leading x86 power efficiency comparable to Lunar Lake.

New Core Ultra X Series

The introduction of the Core Ultra X branding suggests Intel is positioning these as premium mobile processors, likely targeting high-performance laptops and gaming notebooks. With up to 16 cores and 12 Xe3 GPU cores, these chips aim to compete aggressively in the premium laptop segment.

Timeline and Availability

Intel will detail the Panther Lake CPU architecture on October 9, with detailed specifications and reviews not arriving until after CES 2026. This staged approach allows Intel to showcase the architecture while fine-tuning final specifications before full market launch.

The 18A process node represents a critical milestone for Intel’s manufacturing roadmap and its return to process leadership. Panther Lake will be the first major test of this advanced node in consumer products.

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