The latest set of pre-release HWiNFO patch notes includes "enhanced support" for notable next-gen Intel mobile processors: "Nova Lake-H" and "Nova Lake-HX." This futuristic family is expected to launch later on in 2026, so it is encouraging to see early signs of the rumored "Core Ultra 400" series nearing finalized form. Recent leaks have mostly provided evidence of "Nova Lake-S" silicon coming to desktop platforms , but mobile variants were last mentioned—around late October—within relevant " Xe3P kernel graphics driver patches ." It is believed that "Nova Lake-H" models will be deployed in gaming laptops/notebooks, while more potent "Nova Lake-HX" options are expected to turn up in mobile workstation-grade devices.

The HWiNFO version 8.35 preview notes also mention two more Team Blue processor families: "Arrow Lake Refresh" and "Panther Lake." The forthcoming current-gen desktop CPU refresh could act as a minor stopgap, until the arrival of truly next-gen "Nova Lake-S" units. Recent " Core Ultra 200K Plus " leaks indicate the readying of three SKUs, destined to keep the LGA1851 socket alive for a little longer. Intel could introduce "ARL-S Refresh" products at CES 2026, leading to a predicted Q1 retail launch. Within a similar timeframe, a first-wave release of "Core Ultra 300" mobile processors is anticipated. Lately, Team Blue and MSI (a key hardware partner) have already showcased "Panther Lake-H" APU-based products at a special press/influencer event .