Intel is getting ready to officially unveil its next-generation Panther Lake processors, branded as Core Ultra Series 3, at CES 2026 in Las Vegas (January 5–9). This is shaping up to be one of the most important Intel launch events in years, largely because Panther Lake will serve as the first major proving ground for Intel’s new 18A manufacturing process—a technology that could play a major role in defining the company’s future CPU roadmap.
While Intel has already teased Panther Lake CPUs, next-gen Xe3 graphics, and a range of upcoming platforms during an earlier 2025 briefing, CES 2026 is expected to bring the full public rollout. That means final retail-ready product tiers, confirmed specifications, and a clearer look at how Intel plans to position Core Ultra Series 3 across modern PC categories.
Expect Intel’s hardware partners to be out in force as well, showing off new devices designed around Panther Lake. The lineup should include next-wave laptops, compact mini PCs, and even handheld-style systems—signaling that Intel wants Panther Lake to land across multiple form factors, not just traditional notebooks.
Intel’s CES 2026 schedule also points to a broader focus beyond the main CPU announcement. Alongside Panther Lake, the company is expected to discuss refreshed Arrow Lake processors for both desktop and laptop segments, offering updated options for buyers who may not be jumping straight to the newest platform. On top of that, Intel is likely to deliver AI-focused portfolio updates, spanning both hardware and software, as it continues pushing AI capabilities deeper into everyday PCs and edge devices.
Graphics fans may have something to watch for, too. CES 2026 could include an early tease or preview related to Intel Arc discrete GPUs, with attention on a potential Arc B770 mention—one of the more anticipated names in Intel’s Arc pipeline.
With CES 2026 set to be packed with CPU, AI, and GPU news, Intel’s presentation looks like it will be a key moment for anyone tracking next-generation PC performance, power efficiency, and on-device AI features.
