Intel’s GPU and CPU roadmap just got a jolt of mystery and hype. A powerful new graphics card possibly the long-rumored Arc B770 has appeared in shipping manifests with a listed 300W TDP. At the same time, Intel is stoking speculation across its Gaming X social channels, hinting that the upcoming Panther Lake and Nova Lake CPU architectures are showing “seriously exciting” performance gains.
Arc B770 reappears in leaks, this time with 300W muscle
Intel’s Battlemage GPU lineup currently includes the Arc B570 and B580, both consumer-grade cards available now. But new shipping data shows a component listed as ‘N38341-001’ a number consistent with Intel’s GPU part naming structure. The key detail? A 300W power draw, which is significantly higher than existing models.
That level of wattage all but rules out a mobile chip and heavily hints at a high-performance desktop GPU most likely the Arc B770, which has been quietly circulating in leaks for months.
Intel says performance ‘is looking seriously exciting.’
In a now-deleted post, Intel’s Gaming X account responded to a fan question by name-dropping Panther Lake, Nova Lake, and the Arc B770 teasing that all three are showing promising results. While Intel was quick to scrub the comment, it aligns with the growing buzz that these next-gen platforms are shaping up to be more competitive than expected.
For added context:
- Panther Lake chips are expected to power the Core Ultra 300 series in laptops and handhelds
- Nova Lake is set to follow Panther Lake, likely aiming at more radical architectural improvements
- Arc B770 may be Intel’s attempt to compete in the high-performance GPU segment
Big performance ambitions, but don’t expect fireworks just yet
Intel hasn’t officially confirmed specs, pricing, or a release date for the B770 or Nova Lake desktop chips. Still, the fact that a 300W GPU is showing up in global shipping manifests suggests we’re past the prototype stage. Intel may be readying this card for an official reveal in early 2026 potentially around CES, where Panther Lake mobile chips are already set to debut.
It’s also worth noting that 300W puts the B770 in the same power tier as NVIDIA’s RTX 4080 Super and AMD’s RX 7900 XT meaning if performance aligns, Intel could finally have a real contender in high-end gaming.
What to watch for next
The leaks, teases, and deleted posts all point to one thing: Intel’s next hardware wave isn’t just iterative. With Panther Lake, Nova Lake, and Arc B770 on deck, the company seems eager to push back harder into the performance space possibly with real competitive edge.
All eyes are now on CES 2026, where the first official details might finally hit the stage. And if the 300W card is what it looks like, the GPU market is about to get a lot more crowded at the top.
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