Intel 8th Generation 6-cores are here

It was rumoured for a while, but now it’s official.

Intel’s 6-core 8th generation processors are here.

They use the same architecture as previous 6th and 7th generation and also the same integrated graphics solution. However, they have 2 more cores and improved boost speeds. Overall, there should be a 30% performance jump over the previous 7th generation , 4 – core processors, like the 7700HQ.

What do you need to know:

• The Intel® Core™ i7-8750H will be replacing the 7700HQ at the same price point and the i5-8300H will be replacing the 7300HQ.
• Power consumption and heat generation remain the same as the 7th Core generation.
• The i5-8300H and the i5-8400H are still 4 core processors, but with higher speeds.
• Most laptop models will remain the same, don’t expect anything radically new, just the same models with an updated processor. But there will be some new models from MSI, Asus and Gigabyte. Including the MSI GS65 and MSI GS75, Asus Zephyrus GM501 and Gigabyte Aero second generation.
• For those not pressured by their budget, I suggest it is well worth to wait for the upcoming laptops with Intel 8th generation 6 core processors. These laptops will start shipping in the first week of May.
• For those who are looking for a good deal, already prices for gaming laptops with Intel 7700HQ processors have been dropping for the past month as retailers are clearing stock for the new Intel 8th Generation models.

Here is the full line up: