➀ Intel's 18A process is progressing steadily but faces low yields, with industry-standard levels projected by 2027;
➁ Panther Lake CPUs will ramp up slowly, prioritizing high-end models to maximize margins;
➂ Intel plans limited 18A capacity expansion, with peak supply anticipated by the decade's end.
➀ Intel plans to release its next-generation Panther Lake CPUs in the second half of 2025 using the new Intel 18A process node.
➁ These CPUs will enter mass production in 2025, with more details on desktop availability expected soon.
➂ In 2026, Intel will follow up with the Nova Lake CPUs, promising enhanced performance and cost efficiency.
➀ Intel's upcoming Nova Lake CPUs have been spotted in shipping manifests, indicating progress on their next-gen consumer platform.
➁ The next CPU architecture from Intel will be Panther Lake, showcased at CES 2025, and will be the company's first consumer platform on its new Intel 18A process node.
➂ Intel's next-gen Nova Lake CPUs are expected to be fabricated on Intel 14A or TSMC 2nm, and will not feature on-package memory.
