Intel aims to boost CPU and GPU speeds with “Turbo Cells” tech

Intel plans to boost the performance of its future chips with new “Turbo Cells” technology

Intel Foundry has reached a major milestone. With their 18A node, Intel has returned to the bleeding edge of silicon manufacturing. Intel’s journey isn’t stopping there, as 14A is coming, and it is due to be ready in 2027. With this node comes new technologies and increased performance. Intel will deliver “Turbo Cells” in 2027 to boost CPU and GPU performance.

Let’s start with the basics. Intel 14A is the company’s next-generation node, and it promises major performance, density, and efficiency increases over 18A. It promises 15-20% increase in performance/watt, a 1.3x increase in chip density, and a 25-35% reduction in power consumption.

One critical benefit of Intel’s 14A tech is its use of “Turbo Cell” technology. Intel says that this tech can be used to increase the speed of new chips “including CPU maximum frequency and GPU critical paths”. This tech allows designers to optimise chips by using a mix of more performant cells with power-efficient cells. This allows users to tailor their designs with a balance between power, performance, and area efficiency.

When combined with Intel’s RibbonFET 2 and PowerDirect tech, 14A is shaping up to be an impressive lithography node. With these advancements, Intel should be able to accelerate critical areas of chips with “Turbo Cells” while delivering efficient designs.

For future CPUs, Intel’s “Turbo Cells” could allow CPUs to achieve higher frequencies. Perhaps this will allow Intel to push further past the 5 GHz barrier and bring 6 GHz within reach. Regardless, higher CPU speeds will come as music to the ears of PC enthusiasts. After all, everyone wants next-gen chips to be faster.

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