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The intel nova lake-s tag tracks rumors and leaks about Intel’s next-generation desktop processor platform. Current coverage focuses on rumored Core Ultra 400 models, including 22-core midrange chips with performance, efficiency, and low-power efficiency cores, alongside Intel’s large bLLC cache aimed at gaming workloads and competition with AMD 3D V-Cache. Other reporting examines a possible flagship power target of up to 474 watts for short-duration PL2 operation on Z990 motherboards. Together, these stories explore Nova Lake-S core configurations, cache strategy, enthusiast performance, and the motherboard and power-delivery requirements that could accompany Intel’s most aggressive desktop parts.
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    Rumored Nova Lake-S bLLC Core Ultra 5 Could Bring AMD X3D Cache Fight to Midrange

    Intel’s rumored Nova Lake-S desktop lineup now reportedly includes two 22-core Core Ultra 400 chips with 6 performance cores, 12 efficiency cores, 4 low-power efficiency cores, and Intel’s large bLLC cache, according to July 3 reporting from VideoCardz and HotHardware based on leaker Jaykihn...
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    Nova Lake-S Leak: Intel’s 474W PL2 for Desktop Flagship on Z990

    Intel’s rumored Nova Lake-S flagship desktop processor may allow a short-duration PL2 turbo limit of up to 474 watts on some Z990 motherboards, according to fresh June 26, 2026 leaks describing revised Intel platform power guidance. If accurate, that number would not mean every next-generation...
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