What we know

A recent leak reveals that Intel’s upcoming Nova Lake desktop CPU lineup will be led by a Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC model, which is expected to feature increased cache and additional low-power LP-E cores. Contrary to initial impressions that the four LP-E cores are exclusive to the BFC models, the leak indicates that standard Nova Lake chips will also include these cores along with vPro support, although some leaked tables omit this detail. Intel has not officially confirmed these specifications.

Why it matters

Intel’s Nova Lake series is expected to succeed its current desktop CPU architectures with notable architectural changes and performance enhancements. The leak, highlighted by TechSpot and based on information from leaker Jaykihn, suggests that the Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC will lead the lineup with significant cache improvements and more LP-E cores. The presence of LP-E cores in both BFC and standard models could impact power efficiency and multitasking capabilities.

What is still unknown

No official release date, supported languages, or performance benchmarks have been disclosed. Independent verification of the leak’s accuracy is not available. Details on power consumption, pricing, and broader lineup specifications remain unclear.