Intel Panther Lake SKUs spotted in HWMonitor update — release notes specify Core Ultra X, H, and U variants

Intel's Panther Lake series of mobile processors, based on the 18A process node, has been revealed in HWMonitor's update notes, including Core Ultra X, H, and U variants. The lineup combines elements from Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake, offering improved efficiency and performance with Cougar Cove performance cores, Darkmont efficiency cores, and Xe3 integrated graphics with up to 12 Xe cores. The processors are designed for different performance levels and price segments, with SKUs like Core Ultra X9 388H expected to be Intel's flagship chip. The Panther Lake SoCs will feature different core configurations and memory support, with the top-tier Core Ultra X models likely reserved for high-performance chips. Intel is set to confirm final SKUs later this year, with products expected to launch by the end of 2025.