Upgrade to Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series2): Enhancing Performance and Energy Efficiency with Advantech Edge AI System

Taipei, Taiwan, January 2025 - Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in Industrial IoT, is excited to announce a wave of upgrades in 2025. A wide range of its platforms, including industrial ATX motherboards, PICMG 1.3 Full-Size Single Board Computers (SBC), compact IPCs, motherboards, modular IPCs,and server motherboards will be upgraded to the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 5/7/9 Processors (Series 2) with up to 24 cores and 24 threads. This will significantly boost computing performance and reduce development time while addressing high power consumption and thermal challenges. These systems are ideal upgrades for machine automation, machine vision, and edge AI applications.

Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2): Redefining Performance and Sustainability

The latest generation, showcasing groundbreaking advancements in performance and energy efficiency, delivers up to 20% the performance of its predecessor, setting a new benchmark for high-performance computing. In addition, the Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) significantly reduce energy usage, achieving the same performance as the previous generation with only half the power. This aligns seamlessly with ESG design principles, and it provides strong support for businesses striving for sustainable development. The new series also introduces an NPU (Neural Network Processing Unit), enhancing AI capabilities with up to 36 TOPS of AI processing power. This makes the processors an ideal choice for accelerating basic AI application development and driving the intelligent transformation of various industries.

Driving Innovation Across Industries with Next-Generation AI and Performance

The Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) open new possibilities for industrial applications, delivering exceptional performance and efficiency. In industrial automation, these processors enable seamless system integration, driving faster and more reliable operations. For edge computing and smart manufacturing developers, the processors advanced AI acceleration capabilities empower rapid solution deployment, enhancing computational performance while significantly shortening development cycles. By addressing critical challenges like high power consumption and thermal management, they provide a robust foundation for modern innovation. Furthermore, with powerful AI-driven processing, the Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) redefine machine vision and image analysis, offering unparalleled speed and precision to meet the demanding needs of next-generation applications.

Maximize Performance and Expandability with Advantech’s Latest AIMB-789 and AIMB-709 ATX Motherboards

Advantech offers a comprehensive range of platforms designed to unlock the full potential of Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). The mainstream ATX motherboards, AIMB-789 and AIMB-709, have been upgraded to support the Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), delivering enhanced computing performance. 

The AIMB-789 motherboard is ideal for applications that require high memory capacity and maximum expandability. With support for up to 192GB of DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen5 x16, and PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD, it provides exceptional performance for data-intensive tasks and high-speed processing. The AIMB-789 is the optimal choice for projects that demand extensive I/O options and superior data throughput, making it perfect for advanced industrial applications such as automation or edge computing with complex AI models. 

In contrast, the AIMB-709 motherboard offers a more balanced solution, catering to applications that require solid performance with a memory capacity of up to 96GB DDR5. Equipped with one PCIe Gen5 x16 and three PCIe Gen4 x4 slots, the AIMB-709 offers versatility and scalability for a broad range of industrial applications. It is an excellent choice for environments like smart manufacturing or machine vision, where moderate workloads and flexible expandability are essential.

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The upgraded industrial motherboards and IPC systems with Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series2) are coming soon, delivering enhanced performance and efficiency for industrial applications. For more information about these or other Advantech products and services, please contact your local sales support team or visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com. To learn more about Advantech’s intelligent systems and edge computing solutions, please visit the Advantech Edge Computer website.