# Intel Nova Lake-S "bLLC" cache configurations have been detailed, revealing a maximum of 288 MB of cache for next-gen desktop CPUs.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-18 · Wccftech*

## Key points

- Intel Nova Lake-S desktop CPUs will feature up to 288 MB bLLC cache in dual-tile configurations.
- The 288 MB cache in Intel's Nova Lake-S exceeds AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 by 80 MB.
- Nova Lake-S bLLC variants use a larger 154mm2 compute tile compared to the standard 98mm2 tile.
- Intel's enthusiast dual-tile 52-core model will feature 288 MB cache and a 175W TDP.
- All Nova Lake CPUs will feature 2 Xe3 iGPU cores, with one SKU planned to have a higher-end iGPU.

**Companies:** Intel
**Countries:** United States

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