The LGA-1851 socket was initially intended to debut with Meteor Lake-S, but that plan has been completely abandoned. Instead, Intel is set to launch Arrow Lake-S as its first product next month, focusing on enhancing laptops and mini PCs with this new architecture. Additionally, Intel has opted to cancel the planned refresh for Arrow Lake-S, which was meant to bring minor improvements to the NPU and clock speeds.
Industry Insights
According to a leak from HXL, the successor to Nova Lake-S may be Razer Lake-S. This information is supported by industry insider BionicSquash, suggesting that Intel's strategy for desktop CPUs may be undergoing a transformation.
Future Speculations
Details remain sparse at this point, but it seems that Nova Lake-S could be the chip designed for the LGA-1851 socket, contradicting earlier speculations. However, it’s important to temper expectations, as the updates may not be as significant as previously assumed.
Changing Focus
Intel has not provided a clear outline for their desktop CPU architecture and appears to be redirecting their efforts towards mobile platforms, particularly with the upcoming Lunar Lake and Panther Lake chips. Furthermore, they have remained tight-lipped about any advancements in their discrete GPU plans.
This shift in Intel's product approach indicates a stronger emphasis on mobile computing in recent times. As the landscape of personal computing evolves, Intel's strategic decisions are likely to influence the market and the options available to consumers.
