Intel's Raptor Lake Next for laptops could include HX-series processors with up to 24 CPU cores, according to a recent leak shared by X user Jaykihn. The report suggests Core i9-HX SKUs might adopt an 8 performance‑core + 16 efficiency‑core (8+16) layout for a 24‑core total.
The leak also lists other mobile configurations, including Core i7-HX variants in 6+8 and 8+12 arrangements, and several lower‑power SKUs. Jaykihn adds that Raptor Lake Next mobile chips will not carry vPro or SIPP, implying Intel is focusing this refresh on high‑performance consumer and gaming notebooks rather than business machines.
What the leak details about Raptor Lake Next mobile HX
According to the leak reported by HotHardware, the mobile lineup will be HX‑only for the highest performance parts. The specific configurations mentioned are C9 8+16 for Core i9-HX, C7 8+12 and C7 6+8 for Core i7-HX, plus other SKUs at lower power levels such as 125W 8+* and 65W 8+12, 6+4, and 4+0 variants in early reports.
Jaykihn also notes no vPro or SIPP support for these chips, and that the HX suffix will remain reserved for unlocked, high‑performance parts intended for enthusiast and gaming laptops.
Why this matters for gaming laptops and OEM choices
If Raptor Lake Next ships with an 8+16 Core i9‑HX, laptop makers could offer unprecedented core counts in portable gaming machines without moving to an entirely new architecture. That could help Intel keep momentum while the market navigates DDR5 supply pressures and higher memory costs noted in recent industry chatter.
Leaning on refreshed Raptor Lake designs also gives OEMs flexibility: previous reports indicate Intel may extend support for DDR4 alongside DDR5 on certain platforms, a choice that helps control BOM costs for more affordable gaming laptops.
What is still unconfirmed about the lineup
The leak provides configurations but lacks full SKU lists, clocks, power envelopes, and release timing. Early mentions of 125W and 65W models suggest a range of TDPs, yet final product details and availability remain unclear.
As HotHardware highlights, these details come from a community leaker and have not been confirmed by Intel. The absence of vPro and SIPP in the leak points toward a consumer focus, but official specifications, launch date and pricing are still pending.
Whether Intel will officially reveal Raptor Lake Next mobile HX chips with a 24‑core design remains to be seen; for now the rumor frames a potential path for higher core counts in next‑generation gaming laptops.
