Intel is looking to make a mark in the GPU market with its upcoming “Celestial & Druid” architectures, which are set to follow the launch of its Battlemage dGPUs. This marks another step in Intel’s ongoing journey to solidify its position in the competitive desktop GPU space.
With the Battlemage architecture anticipated to roll out by mid-December, the tech world is buzzing with speculation about Intel’s next moves. Many are questioning the viability of Intel’s plans, especially given the challenges the company has faced with previous GPU releases. However, renowned leaker @jaykihn0 has assured enthusiasts that Intel remains committed to its roadmap, which includes the Celestial and Druid lineups for desktop GPUs.
In a string of tweets, @jaykihn0 clarified that there has been some confusion around Intel’s commitment to the GPU market. While the company does plan to enhance its laptop integrated GPUs to compete more robustly against desktop models, it remains focused on its standalone desktop GPU development as well.
The upcoming Celestial series, expected to replace Battlemage, will introduce the “Xe3” architecture, although specific details remain under wraps. The subsequent Druid lineup will debut with the “Xe-Next” architecture, aiming to compete with GPUs two generations ahead. It’s clear that Intel is far from winding down its desktop GPU endeavors, with much more to unveil in the coming years.
Currently, anticipation is high for the release of Intel’s Arc Battlemage SKUs. These products are poised to hit the market soon and will provide insight into Intel’s strategic direction in the desktop GPU arena.
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