Founding of Intel
Intel was founded on July 18, 1968, by Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore, two pioneers in semiconductor technology. The company's name is derived from "Integrated Electronics."
1968
1971
Introduction of the Intel 4004 Microprocessor
Intel introduced the world's first commercially available microprocessor, the Intel 4004, which revolutionized computing by integrating the central processing unit (CPU) onto a single chip.
1974
Launch of the Intel 8080 Microprocessor
Intel launched the Intel 8080 microprocessor, which became the foundation for the development of personal computers and was widely used in early computing systems.
1982
Introduction of the Intel 80286 Microprocessor
Intel introduced the Intel 80286 microprocessor, which offered improved performance and memory management capabilities, becoming a key component in IBM PC/AT computers.
1985
Development of the Intel 80386 Microprocessor
Intel developed the Intel 80386 microprocessor, featuring a 32-bit architecture and significantly enhancing computing power and multitasking capabilities.
1993
Launch of the Intel Pentium Processor
Intel launched the Pentium processor, which became synonymous with high-performance computing and set new standards for processing power and efficiency.
2000
Introduction of the Intel Pentium 4 Processor
Intel introduced the Pentium 4 processor, designed to deliver higher clock speeds and improved performance for both consumer and business applications.
2006
Launch of the Intel Core Microarchitecture
Intel launched the Core microarchitecture, which marked a significant shift in processor design, focusing on energy efficiency and multi-core processing.
2008
Introduction of the Intel Atom Processor
Intel introduced the Atom processor, designed for low-power devices such as netbooks and embedded systems, catering to the growing demand for mobile computing.
2011
Launch of the Intel Sandy Bridge Microarchitecture
Intel launched the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, integrating the CPU, GPU, and memory controller onto a single chip, significantly enhancing performance and energy efficiency.
2013
Introduction of the Intel Haswell Microarchitecture
Intel introduced the Haswell microarchitecture, which brought further improvements in power efficiency and graphics performance, targeting ultrabooks and mobile devices.
2015
Launch of the Intel Skylake Microarchitecture
Intel launched the Skylake microarchitecture, which provided enhanced performance, power efficiency, and support for new technologies such as DDR4 memory and USB-C.
2017
Introduction of the Intel Optane Memory
Intel introduced Optane memory, a new class of non-volatile memory technology that significantly accelerates system performance and responsiveness.
2019
Launch of the Intel Ice Lake Processors
Intel launched the Ice Lake processors, built on a 10nm process technology, offering improved performance, AI capabilities, and integrated Thunderbolt 3 support.
2021
Introduction of the Intel Alder Lake Processors
Intel introduced the Alder Lake processors, featuring a hybrid architecture with high-performance and high-efficiency cores, designed to optimize performance for a wide range of applications.
2023
Launch of the Intel Meteor Lake Architecture
Intel launched the Meteor Lake architecture, which continued the trend of hybrid core designs and introduced advanced AI capabilities, further enhancing computing performance and efficiency.
