Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Panther Lake is the first processor to use the Intel 18A process node. This episode of Talking Tech, we take a deeper look at this cutting-edge manufacturing technology and why it’s so important for next-gen processors. Hear about why we chose to implement two fundamentally new technologies in this node, debuting RibbonFET gate-all-around transistors and PowerVia backside power delivery. We also discuss how to enable customers with EDA tools, the nuances of MIM capacitors, and what’s coming next with 18A-P and 18A-PT nodes.
Follow along for more information about Panther Lake: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8t1FdN2Tj3a8dkQruuF8ZytUaxE4EwQQ
See Panther Lake in action at Computex: youtu.be/GuQQ9jXCQL4?si=lJjutRvlfznIq2Hm
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
01:16 – The importance of Intel Foundry Services
02:37 – What’s new with 18A
04:18 – Moving to gate all around transistors with RibbonFET
05:12 – MIM capacitors explained
06:39 – Enabling customers with EDA tools and IP ecosystem
09:51 – Implementing backside power with PowerVia
11:33 – The benefits of wider metals
13:12 – How we brought RibbonFET and PowerVia together
15:52 – Looking ahead to 18A-P and 18A-PT
About Intel Technology: Intel has always been at the forefront of developing exciting new technology for business and consumers including emerging technologies, data center servers, business transformation, memory and storage, security, and graphics. The Intel Technology YouTube channel is a place to learn tips and tricks, get the latest news, and watch product demos from both Intel and our many partners across multiple fields.
Connect with Intel Technology:
Visit Intel Technologies WEBSITE: intel.ly/IntelTechnologies
Panther Lake is the first processor to use the Intel 18A process node. This episode of Talking Tech, we take a deeper look at this cutting-edge manufacturing technology and why it’s so important for next-gen processors. Hear about why we chose to implement two fundamentally new technologies in this node, debuting RibbonFET gate-all-around transistors and PowerVia backside power delivery. We also discuss how to enable customers with EDA tools, the nuances of MIM capacitors, and what’s coming next with 18A-P and 18A-PT nodes.
Follow along for more information about Panther Lake: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8t1FdN2Tj3a8dkQruuF8ZytUaxE4EwQQ
See Panther Lake in action at Computex: youtu.be/GuQQ9jXCQL4?si=lJjutRvlfznIq2Hm
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
01:16 – The importance of Intel Foundry Services
02:37 – What’s new with 18A
04:18 – Moving to gate all around transistors with RibbonFET
05:12 – MIM capacitors explained
06:39 – Enabling customers with EDA tools and IP ecosystem
09:51 – Implementing backside power with PowerVia
11:33 – The benefits of wider metals
13:12 – How we brought RibbonFET and PowerVia together
15:52 – Looking ahead to 18A-P and 18A-PT
About Intel Technology: Intel has always been at the forefront of developing exciting new technology for business and consumers including emerging technologies, data center servers, business transformation, memory and storage, security, and graphics. The Intel Technology YouTube channel is a place to learn tips and tricks, get the latest news, and watch product demos from both Intel and our many partners across multiple fields.
Connect with Intel Technology:
Visit Intel Technologies WEBSITE: intel.ly/IntelTechnologies
