Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) has introduced its new Core Series 3 mobile processors, designed for value-focused consumers, business users, and edge computing applications. The chips are built using Intel’s 18A process technology and are manufactured in the United States.
According to the company, the new processors deliver up to 47% higher single-thread performance and up to 41% better multi-thread performance compared to PCs from five years ago, along with as much as 2.8 times improvement in GPU-based AI workloads. They also support up to 40 platform TOPS for artificial intelligence tasks and feature connectivity options including up to two integrated Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel Wi-Fi 7, and Intel Bluetooth 6.
“At a time when prices are rising and expectations are shifting, Intel Core Series 3 elevates value-orientated computing with exceptional battery life, boosted AI-ready performance, and broad ecosystem choice,” said Josh Newman, General Manager and Vice President of Consumer PC, Client Computing Group.
Intel said more than 70 device designs from partners such as Acer, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP, Lenovo, MSI, and Samsung are expected to launch over the course of the year. Systems powered by the Core Series 3 chips for both consumer and commercial use became available starting April 16, 2026, while edge-focused systems are set to roll out from the second quarter.
For edge computing use cases, Intel stated that the Core 7 350 processor can deliver up to 1.5 times faster object detection, up to 1.9 times quicker image classification, and up to 2.2 times better performance in video analytics compared to Nvidia’s Jetson Orin Nano.