Intel X48 Postponed?
We recently had the opportunity to test Intel's upcoming QX 9770 CPU and of course a supporting X48-powered motherboard. At that time we were informed that Intel was hoping to launch both products in Q1 '08, but now we're hearing rumors that the X48 chipset might be delayed by a month or two.
Apparently the delay has little to do with any technical snafus, but more with pleasing partners:
“The motherboard maker fears that the X48 chipset will slow down clearance of its X38 chipset inventory and has negotiated with Intel to delay the launch of its X48 chipset. However the delay is expected to hurt makers who do not have an overstock X38 chipsets.”
Apparently the delay has little to do with any technical snafus, but more with pleasing partners:
“The motherboard maker fears that the X48 chipset will slow down clearance of its X38 chipset inventory and has negotiated with Intel to delay the launch of its X48 chipset. However the delay is expected to hurt makers who do not have an overstock X38 chipsets.”
