Intel is dropping the Celeron and Pentium names for its entry-level laptop processors.

Intel is phasing out the Celeron and Pentium brands. Entry-level laptop processors will simply be labeled “Intel Processor”. The long-awaited simplification of the assortment.

Intel has been using the Celeron and Pentium brands for its processors since the 1990s, but they will soon disappear, although not quite in the way you might expect. The company decided to replace these two brands of chips intended for entry-level computers with something much simpler (but not very inventive): “Intel processor”. This name change will take effect from 2023. The initiative should allow for a “simplification”of the lineup, according to Intel VP Josh Newman.

Intel abandons Celeron and Pentium brands

Core, Evo and vPro brands will remain in the catalog of the American giant. Intel, however, has not specified how it intends to manage the branding of its notebook processors, which still include the Celeron and Pentium models introduced to the market this year. In any case, Intel has no “new”processors planned in this category for Q1 2023, but the firm obviously has nothing to say for the future.

Entry-level laptop processors will simply be labeled “Intel Processor”.

There is nothing surprising in this decision. Celeron brands like Pentium have been synonymous with entry-level processors for years, and the practical differences for users have always been very modest at best. In any case, it will clarify what is in your car. If you don’t see the “Core”label, this is the base model. And to be completely honest, buyers buying entry-level laptops are not looking for any particular processor or particular line, as those who have very specific needs. For this type of audience, price and basic features are the most important. And given that, the mere mention of “Intel processor”is more than enough.

The long-awaited simplification of the assortment

In any case, a slight simplification of the extensive Intel catalog does not hurt. See you in a few months to take advantage of this new nomenclature. The most nostalgic should be prepared for the Pentium and Celeron names to disappear forever.