HWMonitor Adds Official Support for Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra X, H, and U Processors

HWMonitor has officially confirmed support for Intel’s highly anticipated Panther Lake lineup, marking a significant milestone ahead of its expected debut at CES 2026. The latest update of the hardware monitoring tool, version 1.60 for Windows, now includes identifiers for three Panther Lake families – the Core Ultra X, Core Ultra H, and Core Ultra U series.

This validation aligns with recent leaks and signals that Intel’s next-generation processors are moving rapidly toward release.

The newly listed SKUs include the Core Ultra X 3X8H, Core Ultra 3X5H, and Core Ultra 3X0U, each representing a different balance of power, graphics capability, and efficiency. The Core Ultra X lineup is shaping up to be Intel’s most performance-focused series yet, built for high-end laptops and compact desktops. Within this family, users can expect four main configurations: Core Ultra X9 388H, Core Ultra X7 368H, Core Ultra X7 358H, and Core Ultra X5 338H. These chips will integrate Intel’s most powerful iGPUs to date, with the top three featuring 12 Xe3 GPU cores for gaming and creative workloads, while the X5 variant will include 10 Xe3 cores for slightly reduced graphics power.

Following closely is the Panther Lake-H range, targeting mainstream users and professionals who prioritize performance without the added cost of the “X” label. The H-series features models such as the Core Ultra 9 375H, Core Ultra 7 355H, Core Ultra 7 345H, and Core Ultra 5 325H. While their CPU core configurations match the X-series counterparts, Intel trims down the integrated GPU count to four Xe3 cores. This difference suggests the H lineup will serve as an ideal balance between compute and graphics power for most consumer laptops.

Next comes the Panther Lake-U series, focusing squarely on efficiency. The Core Ultra 7 360U, Core Ultra 5 350U, Core Ultra 5 340U, and Core Ultra 3 320U are designed for ultraportable devices where battery life and thermal efficiency are paramount. Unlike their more robust siblings, these CPUs skip traditional E-cores entirely, instead relying on Performance (P) and Low-Power Efficiency (LP-E) cores to optimize power draw without sacrificing responsiveness. Intel’s architectural approach here aims to redefine ultrabook capabilities.

Under the hood, all Panther Lake processors will utilize Intel’s Cougar Cove P-cores and Darkmont E and LP-E cores, built on the company’s cutting-edge 18A process node. This marks Intel’s first use of its in-house 18A technology, promising significant leaps in power efficiency and performance density. The integrated GPUs, meanwhile, are expected to be manufactured on either TSMC’s N3E process or Intel’s own Intel 3 node, depending on supply strategy and yield targets.

Intel claims its Xe3 iGPU architecture will deliver over 50% improved performance compared to the Xe2 generation, further bridging the gap between integrated and discrete GPUs. This improvement also lays the groundwork for the next Arc B-series graphics lineup. Overall, Panther Lake is shaping up to be one of Intel’s most ambitious and technically diverse CPU families to date, designed to reclaim ground in every segment – from powerful gaming notebooks to energy-efficient ultrabooks. With HWMonitor’s latest update confirming the naming convention, enthusiasts can rest assured that Panther Lake’s arrival is no longer just speculation but a matter of time.