Intel Reportedly Scraps Flagship Core Ultra 9 290K Plus CPU
A recent report indicates that Intel will not proceed with the launch of the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus CPU, a chip that was expected to be a flagship in the Arrow Lake Refresh lineup. This information comes from a report by VideoCardz.
Unannounced, Yet Retracted
The decision is not officially classified as a cancellation, as the product had not been officially announced to the public. However, Intel had reportedly distributed units of the 290K Plus to partners for consideration before ultimately retracting the decision to launch.
The primary reason for Intel's decision is product placement concern, stemming from significant product overlap within the upcoming Core Ultra 200K Plus lineup, particularly with the 24-core Core Ultra 7 270K Plus.
Product Overlap Drives the Change
As suggested by VideoCardz, the primary reason for this change in plans is product placement concern within the upcoming Core Ultra 200K Plus lineup. Intel reportedly identified significant product overlap that could cause confusion in its product stack. This is largely because the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is also expected to feature a 24-core configuration, a specification similar to the existing 285K and the previously rumored 290K Plus.