LEAKS  Computer  January 22, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

In a recent revelation by leaker YuuKi_AnS, internal documents shedding light on Intel's next-gen Arrow Lake-S Desktop CPU platform have surfaced, offering a glimpse into the future of computing. This leak divulges crucial details, including up to 24 cores, 8 IA cores, and compatibility with 800-series motherboards.

Inside the Arrow Lake-S Architecture

The Arrow Lake-S Desktop CPUs are poised to feature a groundbreaking Lion Cove P-Core and Skymont E-Core architecture. Boasting up to 8 P-Cores and 16 E-Cores, these CPUs deliver a formidable total of 24 cores and 32 threads, akin to their 14th and 13th Gen flagship counterparts. Despite being in a Pre-Alpha state, these chips showcase a 3.5 GHz base clock and introduce the latest GT1 Xe-LPG iGPU, albeit with reduced Xe-cores compared to the Meteor Lake CPUs.

Enhanced Performance and Features

Leaked slides hint at a 5% IPC increase and a substantial 15% boost in multi-threaded performance for the Arrow Lake-S Desktop CPUs. Additionally, the P-Cores and E-Cores, based on Lion Cove and Skymont architectures, will feature up to 50% larger L2 cache, promising an impressive performance leap.

The Arrow Lake-S Platform and Motherboard Compatibility

Arrow Lake-S CPUs are expected to utilize the brand-new LGA 1851 socket, exclusively designed for 800-series motherboards. Intel's lineup includes the Z890, H870, B860, and H810 series motherboards. These top-tier motherboards support DDR5-6400 memory, offering enhanced speed configurations.

Advanced Configurations and Memory Support

The platform diagram unveils configurations like 8+16, 6+16, and 6+8, indicating the potential variety of CPUs Intel plans to release. Notably, the Arrow Lake-S platform will natively support higher memory speeds, reaching up to 6400 MT/s in a dual-channel configuration.

In-Depth I/O Breakdown

The CPUs boast a rich I/O interface, featuring DDR5 UDIMM/SODIMM support, PCIe Gen5 dGPU lanes, and SATA III lanes. The MTL-S/ARL-S PCH for 800-Series Motherboards offers a robust DMI Gen4 interface, multiple PCIe Gen4 lanes, GbE ports, and a plethora of USB options, ensuring a well-rounded connectivity experience.

Launch and Competition

Intel plans to launch the Arrow Lake-S Desktop CPUs in the second half of 2024, targeting gaming platforms. Positioned to compete against AMD's Zen 5-based Ryzen "Granite Ridge" CPUs, the Arrow Lake-S CPUs are poised to make a significant impact on the gaming and desktop computing landscape.

Intel's Arrow Lake-S Desktop CPU platform introduces a potent combination of core advancements, cutting-edge architecture, and robust motherboard compatibility, promising an exciting future for desktop computing enthusiasts. Stay tuned for further updates as we approach the anticipated launch later this year.

 IMAGES CREDITS: YUUKI_ANS