Intel Struggles to Supply New Core Ultra Series 3 Chips
TL;DR. Intel faces supply bottlenecks for its new Core and Core Ultra Series 3 processors, impacting laptop manufacturers. - The new chips are made using Intel's 18A process, a key step in its manufacturing comeback strategy. - Despite in-house manufacturing, Intel relies on TSMC for additional components, creating a supply crunch. - The shortage may worsen as Intel also launched high-end Xeon 6+ server chips on the same 18A process.
- Intel is reportedly experiencing supply issues with its Core and Core Ultra Series 3 processors.
- These chips are the first made on Intel's new 18A process, essential for its manufacturing revival.
- Reliance on TSMC for other chip components contributes to the supply bottleneck.
- The launch of new Xeon 6+ server chips, also on 18A, could further strain supply.
- PC manufacturers are reportedly frustrated by the shortages after being urged to switch to Intel's new chips.
Sources
- Intel may be struggling to supply enough of its new chips — engadget.com