Intel is gearing up to make a splash at CES 2025, promising groundbreaking advancements in both client computing and the AI sector. With some rough patches behind them, Intel seems poised for a bright future. The company has announced that they will kick off their highly anticipated keynote presentation before competitors NVIDIA and AMD on January 6th at 8:30 a.m. PST.
The event, intriguingly titled “Intel-Driven Keynote: AI Inside for a New Era,” marks the first big appearance for Intel’s new co-CEO, Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who will be joined by Jim Johnson, Senior Vice President of the Client Computing Group. Notably, the absence of Pat Gelsinger will be a new dynamic for attendees to adapt to.
What should you expect to see at this exciting keynote? Well, the keyword might just be “AI.” Beyond the artificial intelligence buzz, Intel is likely to unveil the Arrow Lake-H and HX variants, following a similar trend we saw with their prior Raptor Lake mobile SKUs. For desktop enthusiasts, Intel is set to launch new non-K variants of the Arrow Lake “Core Ultra 200S” CPUs. Additionally, budget-conscious consumers might look forward to the debut of new motherboards designed to support LGA 1851, specifically the anticipated B860 series.
In the realm of graphics, there’s a possibility Intel might expand its offerings with additional Battlemage SKUs alongside the Intel Arc B850 GPU. However, given Intel’s history of fluctuating release schedules, this is still speculative. Keep an eye out for updates on Intel’s Foundry activities and an anticipated reveal of their progress with the 18A process, which could be crucial as their next significant product line.
As January approaches, it promises to be an exhilarating month for the tech industry. Stay tuned for all the latest updates from the CES 2025 show floor as Intel and other tech giants redefine the landscape of technology and innovation.
