Intel rumoured to add new ‘Core Ultra X’ moniker for Panther Lake CPUs

It looks like Intel may be preparing to add another layer to its mobile CPU branding with the upcoming launch of its Panther Lake architecture. A rumour that has been circulating for a couple of weeks has now been backed up by the reliable hardware leaker, suggesting that Intel will introduce a new top-tier series of processors branded as “Core Ultra X”.

This new lineup, shared by HXL, is reportedly set to feature SKUs such as the ‘Core Ultra X5', ‘Core Ultra X7', and ‘Core Ultra X9'. It's currently unclear what the ‘X' means. Still, speculation suggests it may be used to denote chips with the most powerful iGPU configurations, different NPU capabilities, or perhaps higher power targets for premium and flagship laptops.

This isn't the first time the Core Ultra X was mentioned. A few weeks ago, @realVictor_M (via VideoCardz) shared a Panther Lake-H CPU referred to as “Core Ultra X7 358H”. This chip is said to feature a configuration of 4 P-cores, 8 E-cores, and 4 LP E-cores, paired with a 12-core Xe 3 integrated GPU.

Fortunately, we won't have to speculate for much longer. Intel's “Tech Tour 2025” is reportedly scheduled to take place next week, and the information embargo for the event is expected to be lifted soon after it concludes.

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