Intel desktop graphics cards: we have to wait longer than expected. The company comes out into the open

Lisa Pearce, general manager of the Visual Compute Group of Intelha confirmedle timing longer than expected with regard to the debut of theIntel Arc desktop video cards.The executive also gave updates regarding the mobile offer unveiled in recent weeks.

“Unlike notebook projects, i system desktop they have a large set of combinations including memory, motherboard and CPU. To initially limit some of these variables, we will start working with system builders and OEMs with specific configurations“.

“We will release our products entry-level Intel Arc A-series for desktops (A3) primarily in China via system builders and OEMs in Q2. Sales of retail components in China will follow shortly. Proximity to component manufacturers and strong demand for dedicated entry-level products make China a natural starting point. Our next step will be to take these products globally“.

“The roll-out of the Intel Arc A5 and A7 cards will start all over the world with OEM and system integrator by the end of the summer, followed by the sale of components on the channel around the world. This staggered approach gives us confidence that we can effectively serve our customer base at every stage. “

In short, if you thought you could get your hands on Intel desktop video cards in a short time, resign yourself because the arrival in European stores is not just around the corner for nothing.

As for the mobile GPU offeringafter the availability of the first notebook (Samsung) with Arc graphics in South Korea, everything would have been ready for greater world availability but “we have had some delays in the preparation of the software and, together with the COVID lockdowns that have impacted the supply chains global, OEM designs are only becoming more widely available this month“.

“Despite the limitations, our OEM partners have announced laptops with Intel Arc 3 graphics, including Samsung, Lenovo, Acer, HP and Asus, and we are working with them to help them bring these products to market as soon as possible. Laptops with Intel Arc 5 and Arc 7 graphics will begin shipping early summer. “

As for the driverLisa Pearce claims there have been hitches. The company planned to release a release with a switch to enable specific optimizations in certain benchmarks, but Intel has decided to review that decision.

“During our evaluation of this feature, we have decided to take it one step further and implement a system for users to control the collections of our driver-based optimizations, including memory management options and more. We will collect related switches into groups to allow for end-user customization. It took us more development time, but we believe this will be the best solution for Intel Arc customers and in the coming weeks we will let you know when we plan to release the first driver with this capability. “