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Intel Unveils Panther Lake Core Ultra Chips Aiming to Revolutionize AI and Gaming
technology1 month ago

Intel Unveils Panther Lake Core Ultra Chips Aiming to Revolutionize AI and Gaming

Intel has launched its Core Ultra Series 3 mobile processors at CES 2026, featuring the new Panther Lake platform built on the Intel 18A process node, with significant architectural improvements, energy efficiency, and a focus on expanding the mobile PC market amidst a competitive landscape dominated by AMD. The series includes 14 SKUs, with a modular tile-based design, and marks Intel's return to manufacturing critical components in-house while sourcing other parts externally.

Snapdragon 8 Elite: Performance Powerhouse or Overheating Hurdle?
technology1 year ago

Snapdragon 8 Elite: Performance Powerhouse or Overheating Hurdle?

The competition between Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite and MediaTek's Dimensity 9400 marks a significant phase in the mobile processor market, with both companies introducing advanced features in their latest SoCs. Qualcomm focuses on custom Oryon CPU cores and enhanced graphics capabilities, while MediaTek leverages Arm's latest CPU designs and AI advancements. Both chips promise substantial improvements in performance and energy efficiency, with Qualcomm emphasizing gaming and camera capabilities, and MediaTek highlighting AI-driven experiences. The real-world performance of these processors will soon be tested as devices featuring them hit the market.

"Exynos 2400 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: A Close Gaming Showdown"
technology2 years ago

"Exynos 2400 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: A Close Gaming Showdown"

Samsung's Exynos 2400 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets are closely matched in real-time gaming performance, with the Exynos 2400 showing promise in keeping up with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. While the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 outperformed the Exynos 2400 in Call of Duty: Mobile, the latter excelled in War Thunder, indicating its potential for handling Ray Tracing. Despite the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's advantage of a larger vapor chamber for cooling, the Exynos 2400 held its own in real-time gaming tests, showcasing its competitive capabilities.

Intel Accuses AMD of Selling "Snake Oil" in Ryzen 7000 Series
technology2 years ago

Intel Accuses AMD of Selling "Snake Oil" in Ryzen 7000 Series

Intel has released a marketing playbook comparing AMD's Ryzen 7000 mobile chips to snake oil, criticizing AMD's misleading naming scheme. AMD changed its mobile naming convention, labeling all of its mobile processors as part of the latest Ryzen 7000 generation regardless of the architecture they use. Intel points out that some of its own naming practices have been confusing in the past, but still argues that AMD's naming scheme can mislead buyers into purchasing older processors. While Intel's playbook may be aggressive, it highlights the importance of researching products before making a purchase.

AMD Introduces Zen 4c Cores for Enhanced Efficiency in Ryzen 7040U Series
technology2 years ago

AMD Introduces Zen 4c Cores for Enhanced Efficiency in Ryzen 7040U Series

AMD has introduced two new processors, the Ryzen 5 7545U and Ryzen 3 7440U, which feature the smaller and more power-efficient Zen 4c cores. These chips are part of the Ryzen 7040U series designed for thin and light notebooks. The Zen 4c cores offer the same performance as Zen 4 cores but at lower clock speeds, resulting in improved energy efficiency. The Ryzen 5 7545U features two Zen 4 cores and four Zen 4c cores, while the Ryzen 3 7440U has one Zen 4 core and three Zen 4c cores. AMD's decision to integrate Zen 4c cores in their mobile platforms aims to provide better power efficiency and performance for sub-15W chips.

"Qualcomm's Next-Gen Snapdragon Chip Unleashes AI Power and Boosts Gaming Performance"
technology2 years ago

"Qualcomm's Next-Gen Snapdragon Chip Unleashes AI Power and Boosts Gaming Performance"

Qualcomm is set to unveil its third-generation Snapdragon 8 chip, which promises enhanced performance and a significant leap in on-device AI capabilities. The chip features a powerful AI engine capable of supporting high precision in local AI models and running large-language models of over 10 billion parameters. This advancement in mobile processors aligns with the industry's pivot towards AI, enabling personalized chatbot assistants, hyper-realistic gaming experiences, real-time health monitoring, and adaptive user interfaces. The chip signifies a future where devices are intuitively attuned to users' needs and preferences. However, challenges remain in distributing model weights to end devices, particularly for proprietary models.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to Launch Earlier than Expected in 2023.
technology2 years ago

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to Launch Earlier than Expected in 2023.

Qualcomm is expected to unveil its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which will power flagship smartphones launching in early 2024. The processor is rumored to drop 32-bit support and feature the latest Arm Cortex CPUs, with a 1+2+3+2 CPU setup. AI capabilities are expected to be improved, and the processor will have a considerable connectivity suite, including Wi-Fi 7, a new Snapdragon X75 5G modem, and Bluetooth 5.4. Consumers hope for better-sustained performance, more powerful ray tracing capabilities, and prices that won't break the bank.