Unveiling the pioneering Acer laptop powered by Intel's Panther Lake processor, boasting the largest haptic touchpad ever recorded globally.

In the world of technology, Intel's latest offering, Panther Lake, is creating quite a stir. This new mobile CPU, expected to debut on the 18A process node, is set to feature Intel's next-gen "Celestial" Xe3 graphics tech with a maximum of 12 Xe3 cores.

The anticipated AI performance of Panther Lake is an impressive 180 TOPS, a significant improvement over Lunar Lake's 120 TOPS. This upgrade is promising to deliver a gaming boost compared to Intel's previous laptop chip.

The first laptop to be based on Panther Lake is the Acer Swift 16 AI. This device boasts a 16-inch 120 Hz 3K OLED screen and up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, making it a formidable contender in the market. The Acer Swift 16 AI also claims to have the world's largest haptic touchpad, adding a unique user experience.

Panther Lake laptops, including the Acer Swift 16 AI, are expected to go on sale early in 2026.

While the future of Intel as an integrated chip design and manufacturing house remains uncertain, the company, under the leadership of CEO Lip-Bu Tan, has shifted its focus from the 18A process node to the 14A process node for its foundry business. However, the development of the 14A process node's future is unclear at this time.

In the meantime, the Razer Blade 16 (2025) continues to hold the title of the best overall laptop, with the Razer Blade 14 (2025) taking the crown for the best 14-inch laptop. For those seeking high-performance laptops, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17X are top choices, while the MSI Vector 16 HX AI and the Gigabyte G6X are strong options in the mid-range and budget categories, respectively.

Jeremy Laird, who has been writing about technology and PCs since the 90nm Netburst era, offers insightful analysis and reviews on these and other tech products. As we await the release of Panther Lake laptops, these reviews can help guide your decision in choosing the best laptop to suit your needs.

Stay tuned for more updates on Intel's Panther Lake and the exciting world of technology!

Unveiling the pioneering Acer laptop powered by Intel's Panther Lake processor, boasting the largest haptic touchpad ever recorded globally.