New 8th Gen Intel Core Processors with Radeon RX Vega M Graphics Offer 3x Boost in Frames per Second in Devices as Thin
as 17 mm
Intel is launching a first-of-its kind processor: the 8th Gen Intel® Core™ processor with Radeon™ RX Vega M Graphics.
Packed with features and performance crafted for gamers, content creators and fans of virtual and mixed reality, it
expands Intel’s portfolio thanks to its optimization for small form factors like 2 in 1s, thin and light notebooks, and
mini PCs.
Among the devices launching with this processor: new thin and lightweight 2 in 1s from Dell* and HP* as well as the most powerful NUC Intel has ever introduced. The new 8th Gen Intel Core processor will come in two configurations:
• 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Radeon™ RX Vega M GL Graphics (65W total package power)
• 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Radeon™ RX Vega M GH Graphics (100W total package power), which features an unlocked
configuration
Setting the Stage for Continued Innovation
Intel first shared initial details about this new addition to the 8th Gen Intel Core processor family in early November. It brings together the Intel quad-core CPU, Radeon RX™ Vega M graphics and 4GB of dedicated HBM2
using Intel’s Embedded Multi-Die Interconnect Bridge (EMIB) technology. EMIB acts as a high-speed intelligent
information bridge between the GPU and HBM2 and reduces the usual silicon footprint to less than half that of discrete
components implemented separately.
With this space savings, OEMs have more freedom and flexibility to create innovative thin and light devices. For
example, many 3-year-old systems weigh nearly 7 pounds, last a mere four hours and are more than 32 mm thick. With this
new processor, enthusiast devices are slimmed to under 17 mm and can run up to eight hours on a single charge, while
still delivering next-level performance. This, combined with the new real-time power sharing framework and software
drivers, is a prime example of hardware and software innovations intersecting to create new possibilities.
A Processor for Gamers, Content Creators and Other Enthusiasts
The new 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Radeon™ RX Vega M graphics delivers a top-of-the-line experience to gamers and
VR enthusiasts. This includes up to three times the frames per second on thinner, lighter and smaller devices compared
with similar systems from three years ago and up to 40 percent compared with current discrete graphics. Now, gamers can
play the latest titles like “Vermintide* 2” in high resolution on the go or in their living room with smooth motion and
vivid colors, all as part of a truly immersive gaming experience.
Content creators can also do more with this new processor, whether it’s creating 3D images from scratch, editing videos
seamlessly at home or on the go, or using the most popular creative applications. Compared with a 3-year-old PC with
discrete graphics, content creation with Adobe Premier Pro* is 42 percent faster. Imagine the combined flexibility and
performance enabled with this new processor for content creators in the growing 2 in 1 form factors for PCs.
With the performance and graphics capability to run everything from Windows* Mixed Reality headsets to Oculus*,
consumers have the options of which reality fits them best – whether they want to watch live sports and movies, explore
famous landmarks or play VR games – all on a PC that is sleek, thin and smaller than they expect.
8th Gen Momentum Continues
In addition to the Intel NUC and new Dell and HP devices, this new 8th Gen Intel Core processor will enable a gaming
cloud solution brought on by Artesyn* and Gamestream*. But this is only the start of what’s coming with the 8th Gen
Intel Core product portfolio this year. Expect to see more from Intel on the high-end performance notebook segment, the
Intel Core H-series, Intel® Optane™ memory coming to 8th Gen Intel Core mobile devices for the first time and more
details on 8th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro™ platform for businesses.