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Nova Lake Leaked: Intel's 2026 CPU Specs Revealed
2 Oct
Summary
- New Nova Lake CPUs to feature up to 28 cores, including eight performance cores.
- Flagship 4970K model includes 'BFC' chip for up to 144MB of additional cache.
- Nova Lake CPUs will utilize a new LGA-1954 socket and target a 2026 release.
Intel's next-generation Nova Lake CPUs are set to debut, with leaks revealing key specifications including core counts and thermal design power (TDP). The company appears to be prioritizing efficiency, as none of the anticipated top-tier chips exceed a 125W TDP.
The leak suggests a four-digit naming scheme, with the flagship processor identified as the Core Ultra 9 4970K. This top chip is expected to feature 28 cores, comprising eight performance, 16 efficiency, and four low-power cores.
A notable inclusion is Intel's "BFC" chip, analogous to AMD's 3D V-Cache, which will add up to 144MB of cache to gaming-centric Nova Lake CPUs. This feature aims to enhance performance for more affordable gaming chips.
All Nova Lake CPUs are anticipated to come with a 32-EU Intel Xe integrated GPU. The processors will require a new LGA-1954 socket and motherboards, with potential improvements in memory support. Intel is targeting a 2026 release for Nova Lake.
