Performance Showdown: Can JHCTECH’s KMDA-3306/3307 with Intel Ultra 5 125U/225U Replace a 13th-Gen Intel Platform?
In the era of industrial intelligence, the performance of embedded controllers determines the system’s overall responsiveness, energy efficiency, and AI computing capability. JHCTECH’s newly released KMDA-3306 and KMDA-3307 compact embedded controllers not only deliver breakthroughs in product design but also bring a major leap forward in processing performance.
This article takes an in-depth look at the differences between the two models and, more importantly, explains how the Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125U/225U processors they adopt outperform the Intel 13th-generation RPL-U platform.
KMDA-3306 vs. KMDA-3307: Full Specifications Comparison
Parameters | KMDA-3306 | KMDA-3307 |
CPU | Intel® Meteor/Arrow Lake Soc CPU，2*P-core +8*E-core +2*LPE-core hybrid architecture Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125U/225U | |
GPU | Intel® Graphics，4*Xe GraphicsCore，DirectX12.2, OpenGL 4.6，OpenCL 3.0，Highest 7680x4320@60Hz | |
NPU | Intel® AI Boost，12 TOPS computing power, supporting OpenVINO™, WindowsML、DirectML、ONNX RT | |
Memory | 1*DDR5 SO-DIMM slot, supports up to 5600MHz, maximum 48GB | |
Storage | 1*Full Size mSATA, up to SATA6.0 Gbps | |
LAN | 3*LAN，Intel I210AT | 3*LAN + 6*Gigabit Ethernet ports, Intel I210AT |
USB | 2*USB3.2 (TypeA gen2.0)，4*USB2.0 (TypeA) | |
CAN | 2*CAN (1 x 6-pin Phoenix connector) | |
COM | 6*COM (2*RS232/485 optional, 2*RS232, 2*RS485) | |
DIO | 1*16bit Iso. DIO (2 x 10-pin Phoenix terminals) | |
Display | 2*HDMI | |
Audio | Realtek ALC897, Supports 5.1 channels，Audio out + Mic | |
Expansion | 1*Full Size Mini PCIe，with SIM card slot，PCIe X1+USB2.0 signal，supports 4G LTE and BT | |
1*M.2 2280 M-Key, supports NVMe storage | ||
Power supply | DC 9-36V input, 1*3-PIN Phoenix terminal connector, overvoltage, reverse connection, and overcurrent protection. | |
OS Support | Windows 10/11, Ubuntu 22.04 and above, Wind River, Red Hat, etc. | |
Dimension | (W*D*H): 223.5*118*75.2mm (with desktop mounting bracket); 190*118*70mm (without mounting bracket) | |
The KMDA-3307 offers a more advanced network port configuration with an additional 6 Gigabit switch ports, making it ideal for scenarios that require high-density network connectivity, such as multi-device networking and edge gateway applications.
Why Choose the KMDA-3306/3307?
Full-Scenario Interface Configuration
- Communication Matrix: 6 USB ports + 4 RS232/485 ports + 2 CAN ports + 3 Gigabit Ethernet ports (KMDA-3307 expandable up to 9 LAN ports)
- Expansion Capability: 1×Mini PCIe + 1×2 M-key, supporting 4G, Bluetooth, and other wireless functions
- Industrial Adaptability: 16-channel isolated DIO + wide-temperature design (-20℃～70℃)
Compact Design
- Dimensions are only 190×118×70mm (excluding mounting parts), suitable for space-constrained equipment such as AGVs, unmanned forklifts, and industrial robots.
Industrial-Grade Reliability
- SGCC chassis + extruded aluminum heatsink + embedded fan design
- DC 9-36V wide-voltage supply with reverse polarity, overcurrent, and overvoltage protection
- Shock-absorbing, anti-slip rubber feet for improved stability in industrial vibration environments
Typical Application Scenarios
- AGV/AMR: High computing power + multiple interfaces, supporting complex path planning and real-time control
- Machine Vision: NPU accelerates image recognition, improving detection efficiency
- Embodied Intelligent Robots: Multi-core CPU + NPU synergy enables intelligent interaction and motion control
- Industrial Edge Workstations: Enables real-time data processing and coordinated equipment management
- Unmanned Forklifts: Compact design and wide-temperature tolerance for deployment in harsh industrial environments
In-depth Technical Specifications Comparison:
Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125U/225U vs. 13th Gen RPL-U (Core™ i5-1335U as an Example)
Main parameters | Ultra 5 225U | Core i5 1335U | Ultra 5 125U |
CPU clock speed | 1.5 GHz | 1.30 GHz | 3.20 GHz |
Total Cores | 12 | 10 | 12 |
P-Core | 2 | 2 | 2 |
E-Core | 8 | 8 | 8 |
LPE-Core | 2 | - | 2 |
Total Threads | 14 | 12 | 14 |
Max Turbo Frequency | 4.8 GHz | 4.60 GHz | 4.30 GHz |
Core Architecture | Meteor Lake U Refresh | Raptor Lake U | Meteor Lake U |
Manufacturing process | 3 nm | 10 nm | 7 nm |
Level 2 cache | 12 MB | - | 12 MB |
Level 3 cache | - | 12 MB | 12 MB |
TDP power consumption | 15W | 15W | 15W |
Memory Parameters | |||
Memory type | LPDDR5X-8400 | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600 LPDDR5X-7500 |
Number of memory channels | Dual Channel | Dual Channel | Dual Channel |
Maximum supported memory | 128 GB | 64 GB | 96 GB |
ECC | No | No | No |
Graphics Card Parameters | |||
Integrated graphics | Intel Iris Xe 4 Core Graphics 64 EUs (Meteor Lake) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80 | Intel Iris Xe 4 Core 64EUs |
GPU frequency | 0.60 GHz | 0.35 GHz | 0.60 GHz |
Turbo frequency | 2.0 GHz | 1.25 GHz | 1.85 GHz |
Maximum shared memory | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
Compute units | 64 | 80 | 64 |
Shader | 512 | 640 | 512 |
Direct X | 12.2 | 12 | - |
Maximum number of displays | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Ray tracing technology | Yes | No | Yes |
Frame rate enhancement technology | No | No | - |
Performance Comparison Chart
*The above data comes from a third-party website.
💡 Architecture Comparison
- The Ultra 5 125U/225U adopts a hybrid architecture of 2P+8E+2LPE, achieving a perfect balance between performance and energy efficiency.
- Compared to the 13th-Gen RPL-U platform, the number of energy-efficient cores has been significantly increased, resulting in better performance in multitasking and low-power workloads.
💡 Energy Efficiency Optimization
- 3nm/7nm vs 10nm: Significantly improved energy efficiency and more compact heat dissipation design
- At the same performance output, power consumption is lower than that of the 13th-Gen platform, making it better suited for long-duration industrial applications.
💡 AI Capability Breakthrough
- Built-in Intel® AI Boost NPU, delivering up to 12 TOPS of on-device AI performance
- Supports AI frameworks such as OpenVINO™ and Windows ML, enabling intelligent applications like machine vision and robotic decision-making
- The 13th-Gen platform lacks an integrated NPU, relying on CPU/GPU for AI workloads, resulting in lower energy efficiency and slower response compared with the Ultra series
💡 Graphics Performance Upgrade
- The Ultra series GPU offers a significantly higher operating frequency, reaching up to 2.0 GHz.
- Supports ray tracing technology, delivering more realistic and detailed graphics rendering.
✅ Time to Upgrade
The JHCTECH KMDA-3306/3307 not only meets diverse industrial requirements with its rich interfaces and strong expandability, but also delivers a significant leap over previous-generation platforms at the processor level. Powered by the Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125U/225U—with integrated NPU, improved energy efficiency, and enhanced AI computing performance—it is an ideal replacement for the 13th-Gen RPL-U platform.
“The KMDA-3306 delivers robust edge computing performance for industrial intelligence, making it an excellent choice for smart manufacturing upgrades.”
If you are planning the next generation of industrial control systems, edge computing platforms, or intelligent devices, the KMDA-3306/3307 is a performance-driven solution you won’t want to miss.
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