The disclosed shipping manifests suggest that these GPUs are still in the pre-qualification stage, which involves rigorous testing to evaluate their functionality, reliability, and performance. Pre-qualification silicon is not yet cleared for mass production, pending satisfactory performance and yield assessments. This stage is vital for ensuring that the chips meet Intel's stringent standards before proceeding to mass production.
Intel's advancements in the discrete GPU market, particularly with the Battlemage series, signal a forthcoming competitive landscape in the graphics card sector. While Nvidia currently dominates the discrete GPU market, especially for laptops, Intel's strategic relationships with PC manufacturers and OEMs could enable it to present a formidable challenge in the upcoming generations.
Source: @momomo_us
