{
  "id": 14493443,
  "title": "Intel's Nova Lake lineup leaks with a cache-heavy Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC at the top",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/intels-nova-lake-lineup-leaks-with-a-cache-heavy-core-ultra-9-4970k",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-14T17:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechSpot",
    "slug": "techspot",
    "url": "https://www.techspot.com/news/114204-intel-nova-lake-lineup-leaks-cache-heavy-core.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Intel's Nova Lake-S desktop processors are set to debut with a top-tier Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC chip, featuring a substantial last-level cache. This flagship model is anticipated to outperform the Core Ultra 9 4950K. The cache-heavy specifications indicate Intel's strategy to offer performance-focused parts in the consumer market. Jaykihn, an Intel leaker, disclosed that the standard chips also include the LP-E cores and vPro support, though these details are not explicitly mentioned in the leaked table. Another previously leaked 4950K CPU-Z profile corroborates this with its 28 cores, suggesting a 8P+16E layout for the non-BFC models. This leaked information originates from LC Tech Leaks, the same source previously responsible for a 4950K CPU-Z screenshot. The naming remains unofficial, but it aligns with Intel's internal codename bLLC, for big last-level cache. The brand name \"BFC\" is yet to be officially confirmed, but enthusiasts have speculated various interpretations. The leaked configurations match earlier reports of 22-core Nova Lake-S parts with up to 144MB of cache, and the 6P+12E+4LP-E Core Ultra 9 4900 BFC. An intriguing entry suggests Intel plans cache-heavy gaming parts, exceeding the enthusiast flagship's cache capacity. In comparison to AMD's 3D V-Cache technology, BFC could potentially compete in the market. The 65W big-cache chip hints at Intel's intention to cater to cache-intensive gaming applications. While there is uncertainty about the cache placement, server CPUs use a base tile design, similar to AMD's third-gen X3D chips. The power consumption of the 28-core bLLC part is speculated to be around 300W at PL2, though this information is not confirmed. Nova Lake-S will employ the new LGA 1954 socket and 900-series chipsets, with Intel aiming to launch these products by the end of 2026, with a CES 2027 unveiling being the most probable event.",
  "summary": "At first glance, the four LP-E cores look exclusive to the BFC models, however Intel leaker Jaykihn says the standard chips have them too, along with vPro support, but the table simply omits them. A previous 4950K CPU-Z leak supports this: it showed 28 cores, not 24. Without the LP-E... Read Entire Article",
  "key_points": [
    "Intel's Nova Lake lineup will debut with a cache-heavy Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC chip.",
    "The top-tier chip is expected to outperform the Core Ultra 9 4950K.",
    "The cache-heavy specifications suggest Intel's strategy for performance-focused consumer parts."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}