Core Insights - Intel's CEO Chen Lifang delivered a speech in Chinese at the 2025 Intel Technology Innovation and Industry Ecosystem Conference, emphasizing the company's commitment to collaboration in the AI wave and celebrating 40 years in the Chinese market [1][2] - The conference gathered over 3,000 attendees, including clients and industry partners, to discuss building an intelligent, integrated, and green industry ecosystem [1] - Intel announced the mass production of its Intel 18A process at the Arizona Fab 52 plant, achieving a 30% increase in transistor density and a 15% performance improvement at the same power consumption compared to the previous generation [2][3] Company Developments - The third-generation Core Ultra processor, based on the new 18A process, features significant performance enhancements, including over 50% improvement in CPU performance and graphics performance [3] - Intel's Xeon 6+ processors, also based on the 18A process, are set to be released in the first half of 2026, marking a new era of efficiency in server processors [3] - The Intel 18A process is expected to be the foundation for Intel's next three generations of PC and data center products, with ongoing development of even more advanced processes like Intel 14A [3] Industry Trends - The conference showcased over 1,000 industry ecosystem collaboration results, highlighting innovations in AI PCs, generative AI applications, and data center solutions [4] - Intel's collaboration with local partners led to the launch of a dual-processor liquid-cooled server, enhancing reliability and efficiency while reducing energy consumption and operational costs [4] - The Chinese market is positioned as a global leader in digitalization, with Intel focusing on four development directions: digitalization, intelligence, integration, and globalization [5]
英特尔入华40周年:18A工艺量产,将为中国客户提供“点菜式”选择