Intel CEO Chen Liwu said the PC business remains core to the company. He also outlined the roadmap for the next-generation 14A process technology. Risk production is expected to start in 2028, with mass production planned for 2029.
Intel outlines 14A process roadmap
The 14A process will use second-generation RibbonFET gate-all-around transistors, PowerDirect backside power delivery, and ASML High-NA EUV lithography. Compared to the 18A node, 14A offers 15-20% better energy efficiency, 1.3x chip density, and 25-35% lower power consumption at the same performance. The 18A node is currently exceeding expectations, with yields improving 7-8% monthly.
Intel has not confirmed a preliminary foundry agreement with Apple, which was reported by the Wall Street Journal on May 8. The company also reported Q1 2026 revenue of $13.6 billion, with foundry revenue of $5.42 billion and external foundry revenue of about $170 million. Intel stock was at $108.77, up 25% year-to-date, with a market cap of approximately $543.66 billion.
Chen Liwu described launching 14A at the same time as TSMC as a very big and important breakthrough. The company is positioning the 14A node to compete in the advanced foundry market. Intel has not provided further details on customer adoption beyond the unconfirmed Apple report.
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