Intel is Set to Give Qualcomm a Run for Its Money in the Handheld Gaming Market with Custom Panther Lake CPU.
In a move that could change the game, Intel has announced plans to develop an entirely custom-designed version of its new Panther Lake chips specifically for handheld gaming devices. The chip giant's ambition is to create a "handheld gaming platform" powered by these customized CPUs, pitting it directly against rival Qualcomm in what promises to be an increasingly competitive field.
While details on the exact specifications and capabilities of Intel's custom Panther Lake chips are still scarce, sources close to the company have revealed that it aims to cut different die slices using its new 18A process. By doing so, Intel plans to "spec the chips to offer better performance on the GPU where you want it," according to reports from IGN.
This move could prove crucial for Intel as Qualcomm also eyes a share in the handheld gaming market. Qualcomm's latest advancements hint at potential Windows-based gaming handhelds set to debut at the Game Developers Conference in March, further fueling the competition.
However, with AMD's new Strix Halo chips also on the horizon, things are about to get even more interesting for consumers looking to upgrade their handheld gaming experience.
As Intel takes a closer look at its custom gaming platform, we'll have to wait until later this year when it shares more news from its hardware and software partners. It is worth noting that Intel's previous collaboration with MSI resulted in the release of the well-received Lunar Lake-powered Claw series, so fans are eagerly awaiting any positive trends from the new platform.
As things stand now, Intel's custom Panther Lake CPUs will be crucial for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike to secure their preferred gaming handheld devices.
In a move that could change the game, Intel has announced plans to develop an entirely custom-designed version of its new Panther Lake chips specifically for handheld gaming devices. The chip giant's ambition is to create a "handheld gaming platform" powered by these customized CPUs, pitting it directly against rival Qualcomm in what promises to be an increasingly competitive field.
While details on the exact specifications and capabilities of Intel's custom Panther Lake chips are still scarce, sources close to the company have revealed that it aims to cut different die slices using its new 18A process. By doing so, Intel plans to "spec the chips to offer better performance on the GPU where you want it," according to reports from IGN.
This move could prove crucial for Intel as Qualcomm also eyes a share in the handheld gaming market. Qualcomm's latest advancements hint at potential Windows-based gaming handhelds set to debut at the Game Developers Conference in March, further fueling the competition.
However, with AMD's new Strix Halo chips also on the horizon, things are about to get even more interesting for consumers looking to upgrade their handheld gaming experience.
As Intel takes a closer look at its custom gaming platform, we'll have to wait until later this year when it shares more news from its hardware and software partners. It is worth noting that Intel's previous collaboration with MSI resulted in the release of the well-received Lunar Lake-powered Claw series, so fans are eagerly awaiting any positive trends from the new platform.
As things stand now, Intel's custom Panther Lake CPUs will be crucial for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike to secure their preferred gaming handheld devices.