Intel launches Core Ultra 200V processors

Intel has unveiled its latest family of processors, the Intel Core Ultra 200V series. These new processors promise a significant leap in performance, power efficiency, graphics capabilities, and AI compute, setting a new standard for mobile computing. The Core Ultra 200V series is designed to meet these demands, ushering in an era of AI PCs that offer a blend of power and intelligence.

"Today’s consumers are increasingly creating, connecting, playing and learning on the go," explained Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Intel executive vice president and general manager of the Client Computing Group. "They need a system that offers exceptional performance, long-lasting battery life, no-compromise application compatibility and enhanced security – and one that can take advantage of AI hardware thanks to broad software enablement."

The new processors offer impressive power efficiency, with up to 50% lower package power consumption compared to earlier generations. This improvement results in longer battery life and cooler, quieter operation, making them perfect for intensive tasks and prolonged mobile use.

Despite the focus on efficiency, the Core Ultra 200V series delivers exceptional performance. With a redesigned Performance-core (P-core) architecture optimised for performance per watt, users can expect up to 3x the performance per thread and up to 80% peak performance uplift. The new Efficient-cores (E-cores) handle more workloads efficiently, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.

The Core Ultra 200V series marks the debut of Intel's new Xe2 graphics microarchitecture, which promises a 30% average performance boost. The integrated Intel Arc GPU boasts up to eight 2nd Gen Xe-cores, eight enhanced ray tracing units, support for up to three 4K monitors, and new Intel Xe Matrix Extensions (Intel XMX) AI engines with up to 67 TOPS. This powerful graphics engine unlocks enhanced creative applications, accelerates AI workloads, and boosts gaming performance with improved XeSS kernels.