Intel Nova Lake CPUs limit max frequency above 90°C to prioritize safety

Intel Nova Lake CPUs limit max frequency above 90°C to prioritize safety

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Intel's upcoming Nova Lake desktop processors will implement a strict maximum frequency lock when temperatures exceed 90°C, prioritizing safety over peak performance. This new thermal management approach was revealed ahead of the full architecture unveiling at CES 2027 and positions Nova Lake as a competitor to AMD's Zen 6 CPUs.

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