Intel has introduced two exciting new CPU lineups designed specifically for Edge applications: the Bartlett Lake and Panther Lake processors, featuring configurations of up to 12 P-Cores.
Unveiling Intel’s 12 P-Cores: Bartlett Lake and Panther Lake CPUs for Edge Applications
With a focus on enhancing Edge AI capabilities, Intel’s latest offerings include the Core Series 2 “Bartlett Lake”and Core Ultra Series 3 “Panther Lake”processors. These two families target different sectors within the AI landscape, with Bartlett Lake geared towards desktop solutions and Panther Lake focusing on mobile deployments.
The Bartlett Lake-S Desktop CPUs will be branded under the Core Series 2 umbrella. Built on the Intel 7 process technology, they closely resemble the Raptor Lake architecture but pack a significant upgrade: up to 12 P-Cores. This is notable, as current desktop offerings max out at 8 P-Cores, marking Bartlett Lake-S as the first series to enhance this configuration in desktop platforms.
These CPUs promise a remarkable 50% boost in multi-threaded performance compared to their predecessors. They come in three power configurations: 45W, 65W, and 125W WeUs, and are fully compatible with LGA 1700 sockets in Q/H/B series motherboards. This compatibility ensures they can handle mainstream AI tasks efficiently, whether operating autonomously or in conjunction with discrete GPUs. Additional features include Windows Server readiness, support for Intel OpenVINO, PyTorch, ONNX run time, and WinML. Furthermore, Intel has committed to a 10-year availability plan, catering to long-term stability with LTSC OS support.
Intel is launching a total of 11 Bartlett Lake-S Desktop CPUs, which start with configurations of 8 cores, reaching up to 12 P-Cores. While none of these models incorporate E-cores, they do support hyper-threading capabilities. The flagship model, Core 9 273PQE, features 12 P-Cores running at speeds up to 5.9 GHz, a solid all-core frequency of 5.3 GHz, and a thermal design power (TDP) of 125W. The 65W Core 9 273PE variant also features 12 P-Cores, with a boost clock of 5.7 GHz, while the 45W Core 9 273PTE model runs at a boost of 5.5 GHz.
Additionally, all Intel Bartlett Lake-S CPUs support up to 192 GB of memory with ECC functionality and speeds of 5600 MT/s, 16 PCIe Gen5 lanes, and 4 PCIe Gen4 lanes. They also support 4K displays and come with integrated graphics.
Specifications of the Intel Bartlett Lake-S CPU Family
| CPU Name | P-Cores/Threads | Base / Boost Clock | All-Core Boost | Cache | TDP | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core 9 273PQE | 12/24 | 3.4/5.9 GHz | 5.3 GHz | 36 MB | 125W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 7 253PQE | 10/20 | 3.5/5.7 GHz | 5.3 GHz | 33 MB | 125W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 5 223PQE | 8/0 | 4.0/5.5 GHz | 5.3 GHz | 24 MB | 125W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 9 273PE | 12/24 | 2.3/5.7 GHz | 5.2 GHz | 36 MB | 65W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 7 253PE | 10/20 | 2.5/5.5 GHz | 5.1 GHz | 33 MB | 65W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 5 223PE | 8/0 | 2.9/5.4 GHz | 4.8 GHz | 24 MB | 65W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 5 213PE | 8/0 | 2.7/5.2 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 24 MB | 65W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 9 273PTE | 12/24 | 1.4/5.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 36 MB | 45W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 7 253PTE | 10/20 | 1.8/5.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 33 MB | 45W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 5 223PTE | 8/0 | 2.3/5.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 24 MB | 45W | DDR5-5600 |
| Core 5 213PTE | 8/0 | 2.1/5.2 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 24 MB | 45W | DDR5-5600 |
Performance insights reveal that the 65W Core 9 273PE CPU demonstrates outstanding efficiency, offering up to 3.8x better deterministic performance, 2.5x lower response times, and significantly reduced PCIe latencies compared to the 65W AMD Ryzen 7 9700X. This comparison is particularly intriguing, as AMD’s offerings max out at 8 cores within the 65W range, contrasting with Intel’s robust 12-core configuration.
Transitioning to the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 “Panther Lake” CPUs, designed for advanced Edge AI applications, these processors promise a remarkable performance leap of up to 4.5x for AI tasks, outperforming the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin 64 GB solution and competing effectively against chips from AMD and Qualcomm.
According to Intel, adopting Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs could yield a 5.8x higher total cost of ownership (TCO), translating to savings of around $5549 when migrating from a dual-system setup to Panther Lake for Edge applications.
As for availability, both the Core Ultra Series 3 “Panther Lake”and Core Series 2 “Bartlett Lake”CPUs are currently on the market. However, it’s worth noting that the Bartlett Lake-S models are not available in DIY channels and will be sold directly to OEMs for commercial and Edge applications.
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