Intel is scheduled to officially launch its next-generation Panther Lake "Core Ultra Series 3" CPUs and other products at CES 2026.
CES 2026 Launch Details
CES 2026, taking place from January 5-9 in Las Vegas, will serve as the platform for the global launch of the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Processors, codenamed Panther Lake. This launch represents the first application of Intel's 18A process technology.
Jim Johnson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Intel's Client Computing Group, will present the next generation of Intel-powered PCs, edge solutions, and AI experiences enabled by the new processors. The official launch event is set for Monday, January 5, at 3:00 p.m. PST.
Intel previously detailed Panther Lake CPUs and new Xe3 GPUs, showcasing various new platforms at a Tech Tour 2025 event. The CES 2026 launch is expected to reveal the final SKUs and specifications. Intel partners are also anticipated to demonstrate new systems, including laptops, Mini PCs, and handhelds, featuring Panther Lake CPUs.
Additional Announcements
Beyond the Panther Lake launch, Intel is anticipated to make several other announcements. These include updates to the Arrow Lake lineup of CPUs for desktops and laptops, new AI portfolio developments comprising both hardware and software innovations, and a preview of new GPUs within the Arc dGPU family, such as the Arc B770.