According to the latest industry buzz, Intel’s upcoming Nova Lake-S desktop processors and Nova Lake-H mobile processor lineup are rumored to debut with at least one model featuring a 12-core Arc Xe3P integrated graphics architecture. This development is expected to bring the overall graphics performance of these processors on par with entry-level discrete graphics cards. The Nova Lake-S desktop processor is slated for release by the end of 2026. It will utilize an LGA 1954 socket and boast a maximum configuration of 52 cores, complete with integrated Xe3P graphics. Notably, some models will incorporate 12 Xe3P cores, marking a significant boost in graphics capabilities.

On the mobile front, the Nova Lake-H processor is anticipated to make its market debut during CES 2027. The top-tier variants of this processor will feature a 28-core design, encompassing 8 performance cores, 16 efficiency cores, and 4 low-power cores. These will also be equipped with Xe3P integrated graphics, catering to the high-performance demands of mobile computing.