The Power and the Glory
From LANs to sold out arenas, Intel has been at the beating heart of esports for over 17 years. Powering the gaming PCs responsible for helping heros rise at home and those who compete in front of millions around the world.
Amazing Technology for Gaming
Intel gaming is driving innovation for a thriving PC gaming market with technology advancements for the ecosystem of developers, leagues, and players.
World-Class Esports Experiences
With a strong history in pro gaming, Intel is well positioned to continue elevating esports experiences for mainstream audiences and key partners.
Expanding Intel’s Stewardship
Intel continues to enable the esports ecosystem through high-touch partnerships that develop and scale new gaming usages, and with gamer-centric innovations for the PC.
Intel Esport Partnerships
Intel has partnered with the leading esports leagues, brands, and publishers for nearly two decades, delivering end-to-end pro gaming solutions built on world-class technology that bring spectacular events to the world.
Electronic Sports League
Intel is the global technology partner of the Electronic Sports League (ESL), the world’s largest esports network and pioneer of competitive gaming. Founded in 2000, ESL operates high profile, international leagues, and events — all running on Intel.
Intel® Extreme Masters
Started in 2006, Intel® Extreme Masters is the longest-running global esports tour with the world’s best talent.
ESL One
Powered by Intel, ESL One holds events in the world’s biggest stadiums featuring the top players and teams.
ESL CS: GO Pro League
The longest-running CS:GO league, with the best teams from Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and South America, is supported by Intel.
Intel® Grand Slam
The Intel® Grand Slam awards $1 million USD to the first team that wins four eligible CS:GO tournaments in a span of 10 events.
Tencent League of Legends Pro League1
Since its founding in 2013, the LPL* has been the premier League of Legends* competition in China. Powered by Intel, the league delivers world-class esports experiences to players and fans around the world.
Play Like the Pros
Intel® Extreme Masters Certified gaming laptops and desktops are built with the same high-level Intel technology used by the pros.
This mark is exclusively used by vendors who have created powerful systems used in the world of gaming. Each system marked with the sticker guarantees a unique experience.
IEM Championship Schedule
Explore the upcoming IEM schedule and join us!
- COLOGNE 2024: Aug 16 - Aug 18, 2024
- RIO 2024: Oct 11- Oct 13, 2024
A Graphics Universe with Room for Everyone
The right gear for your best play is now within reach. Get supercharged performance and smooth gameplay from your favorite shooters to classic MOBAs with the power of Intel® Arc graphics.
Next Steps to Become an Esports Pro
How to Get Started Playing Esports
We'll cover everything from choosing the right title to finding helpful resources on your journey to the top of the ladder.
How to Become a Pro Gamer
Top Gaming Peripherals: Esports Gear and Equipment
Learn about the best gaming peripherals used by professional esports players including mechanical keyboards, mice, and headsets.
Gamer Resources
Get advice and how to’s from top players and Intel tech experts. Learn how to build a gaming PC, how to overclock your CPU, and more.
Product and Performance Information
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