AI-powered PCs have been at the centre of attention since the turn of the year. Intel has now entered the fray with the launch of Ultra 200V series. The processor had been in works for a while — and was code-named Lunar Lake — and will soon power laptops from the likes of Acer, Asus, Dell, Lenovo, MSI, HP, and more.
Intel said that the devices powered by the new processor will be available for preorder on leading retail platforms like Amazon, Croma, Flipkart, Reliance Digital and Vijay Sales starting September 12, 2024, with availability starting September 24, 2024.
Intel also mentioned that the new processors will drive AI-powered PCs, featuring over 80 consumer designs from more than 20 global manufacturers.
All devices equipped with these processors and running the latest version of Windows will be eligible for a free update to Copilot+ PC features, available starting in November.
The Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors introduce Intel’s new Xe2 graphics architecture, delivering a 30% average performance improvement in mobile graphics. The integrated Intel Arc GPU features up to eight new 2nd Gen Xe-cores, eight enhanced ray tracing units, support for up to three 4K monitors, and advanced Intel® Xe Matrix Extensions (Intel® XMX) AI engines, offering up to 67 TOPS for superior creative applications and enhanced gaming performance with improved Xe SS kernels.
Intel also said that with over 500 optimised AI models, PCs powered by the Intel Core Ultra processors enable users to use AI features
Santhosh Viswanathan, vice president & managing director, Intel India, said, “The latest Intel Core Ultra processors deliver outstanding performance, extended battery life, seamless application compatibility, and enhanced security—all while harnessing the full potential of AI hardware through our robust software enablement.”
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