Leak shows Intel Granite Rapids-WS specs emerging
Intel appears set to relaunch its high-end desktop workstation portfolio through Granite Rapids-WS processors, with leaked specifications revealing cache configurations ranging from 48 MB to 336 MB across multiple SKU variants. The flagship 698X model combines the largest cache pool with a 2.0 GHz all-core frequency, while the architecture utilizes paired XCC compute tiles manufactured on Intel 3 node alongside dual I/O tiles produced on Intel 7 process technology.
The workstation chips derive from server-grade silicon capable of scaling to 86 cores per package, though exact core counts remain undisclosed. Memory implementation presents a key variable, as server platforms support 12-channel DDR5-6400 configurations, while workstation boards will more likely adopt eight-channel layouts to balance bandwidth against practical motherboard design constraints.
Intel’s processor range includes both high-cache variants targeting compute-intensive applications and frequency-optimized models suited for lighter workloads. The development strategy positions the company to compete against AMD’s Threadripper dominance following years of reduced presence in the workstation segment.
