NODE-I916 & I721 Modular PCs Launched: A Perfect Balance of AI Performance and Ultra-Low Power Efficiency
With the booming development of smart industry and edge computing, enterprises are demanding higher performance and energy efficiency from computing devices. JHCTECH proudly introduces the new NODE-I916 and NODE-I721 modular computers, powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra platform and Alder Lake-N platform respectively. With differentiated CPU configuration as their core, they deliver tailored solutions for AI inference, industrial automation, and embedded applications.
Quick Highlights of the New Product
NODE-I916: The King of AI Performance, Redefining Efficient Computing
New CPU Architecture
Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra mobile processors
Supports the 1st-gen Meteor Lake and 2nd-gen Arrow Lake architectures. Highly compatible with Windows 10/11 and various Linux distributions, ideal for time-sensitive AI and edge computing tasks requiring low power and high openness.
Low Power Consumption, High Energy Efficiency
Built on Intel 4 process, low power design SoC CPU, power consumption reduced by 25%, with a basic power of 15W. Suitable for passive cooling design.
AI computing Power Engine
Intel® AI Boost + Intel® NPU AI Engine
Intel® AI Boost is a dedicated integrated AI engine designed for low-power AI acceleration and CPU/GPU workload offloading. Combined with the Intel NPU, the platform delivers up to 40 TOPS of total AI performance.
8K Ultra-Clear Vision
Integrated Ｈigh-Performance Core Graphics GPU
Powered by 4 Xe-core integrated graphics, supporting 8K 10-bit HDR video playback with H.265/H.264, AV1, and VP9 codecs. Delivers UHD 8K output via HDMI 2.1 and DP 2.1 interfaces.
High-Frequency Memory Support
NODE-I721: Ultra-Low Power Model, an all-rounder in Embedded Applications
Intel Alder lake-N CPU
Intel's New Open Platform
7nm process, dual-core, quad-core, and octa-core options, with good openness and support for Windows and Linux OS.
6-15W Extreme Energy Efficiency
ULT ultra-low-power SoC CPU with a base power range of 6–15W. Supports wide temperature options, making it ideal for passive cooling and reliable performance in harsh environments.
4K Multi-Display Output
CPU integrated with Intel® UHD Graphics
16 to 32*EUs, supports eDP 1.4b, DP 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 4K display
High-Frequency Memory Support
NODE-I916 & I721 Comparison
▍Specifications Comparison
Model | NODE-I916 | NODE-I721 |
CPU | Intel® Meteor Lake/Arrow Lake CPU: | Intel® Alder lake-N CPU： |
RAM | Single-channel DDR5 5600Mhz， up to 48GB | Single-channel DDR5 4800Mhz， up to16GB |
Display | 2*DDI（DP2.1 and HDMI2.1)，1*eDP | 2*DDI(DP1.4 and HDMI2.1)，1*eDP |
USB | 2*USB3.2, 10*USB2.0 | 4*USB3.2(Opt 4*PCIeX1), 8*USB2.0 |
Serial Ports | 4*UART(TTL signal） | |
PCIe | 4*PCIeX1, 1*PCIeX4, 1*PCIeX2 | 3*PCIeX1 |
Storage | 2*SATA3.0 (Opt 2*PCIeX1) | 2*SATA3.0 (Opt 2*PCIeX1) |
Audio | 1*HDA | |
Power Supply | DC 12V input | |
NODE Design specifications | NODE Type 1 (95x82mm，281-pin gold-finger edge connector) | |
▍NODE-I916CPU Comparison Table (Intel Meteor Lake U-SKU/Intel Arrow Lake U-SKU)
Processor Model | Core™ Ultra 7 | Core™ Ultra 7 | Core™ Ultra 5 | Core™ Ultra 5 |
Cores Configuration | 12 (2+8+2) | 12 (2+8+2) | 12 (2+8+2) | 12 (2+8+2) |
Threads | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
Intel® Smart Cache (LLC) | 12 MB | 12 MB | 12 MB | 12 MB |
Max Turbo Frequency (P-cores) | 4.9GHz/ 5.3 GHz | 4.8 GHz/ 5.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz/ 4.9 GHz | 4.3 GHz/ 4.8 GHz |
Max Turbo Frequency (E-cores) | 3.8 GHz/ 4.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz/ | 3.6 GHz/ | 3.6 GHz/ |
Max Graphics Frequency | 2.0 GHz/ 2.1 GHz | 1.95 GHz/ 2.1 GHz | 1.9 GHz/ 2.05 GHz | 1.85 GHz/ 2.0 GHz |
▍NODE-I721 CPU comparison Table (Intel Alder Lake-N series CPU)
Processor Model | Cores / Threads | Max Frequency | GPU Specification | TDP |
I3-N305 | 8C / 8T | up to 3.8 GHz | 32EU iGPU | 9-15W TDP |
I3-N300 | 8C / 8T | up to 3.8 GHz | 32EU iGPU | 7W TDP |
N200 | 4C / 4T | up to 3.7 GHz | 32EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
N150 | 4C / 4T | up to 3.6GHz | 24EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
N100 | 4C / 4T | up to 3.4 GHz | 24EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
N97 | 4C / 4T | up to 3.6 GHz | 24EU iGPU | 12W TDP |
N50 | 2C / 2T | up to 3.4 GHz | 16EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
X7425E | 4C / 4T | up to 3.4 GHz | 24EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
X7211E | 2C / 2T | up to 3.2 GHz | 16EU iGPU | 6W TDP |
▶ Selection Guide:
Seeking extreme performance? Choose I916: 40 TOPS of AI computing power + 8K display support — effortlessly handles intensive AI workloads.
Prioritizing energy efficiency and cost? Choose I721: 6W ultra-low power consumption + wide temperature design — ideal for long-term, stable operation in harsh environments
NODE Series Specifications and Core Advantages
Standardized Design, Modular Form Factors
The NODE series offers four form factor options — NODE Type 1 (95×82mm), NODE Type 2 (150×100mm), IEN Type E (146×102mm), and IEN Type F (125×95mm) — along with two standard specifications: INTEL INE and JHC NODEe. Designed to meet the requirements of diverse application scenarios.
Full Platform Coverage to Meet Diverse Application Needs
Multi-Architecture Support: Covers platforms from Intel® Core™ Ultra and Alder Lake-N to domestic processor solutions, addressing the needs of high-performance computing, low-power embedded applications, and localization requirements.
System Compatibility: Supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows 10/11 and Linux, enabling seamless integration into industrial and edge computing ecosystems.
Efficient Development with Controlled Costs
Fast Iteration: Modular design significantly shortens the R&D cycle. Customers can reuse existing architecture to accelerate time-to-market.
Easy Maintenance: A serialized product line enables smooth upgrades and helps reduce long-term operation and maintenance costs.
Ordering Information & Availability
NODE-I916 Series: Available in Ultra 5 125U and Ultra 5 225U CPU versions
NODE-I721 Series: Available in Ultra 5 125U and Ultra 5 225U CPU versions
🚀 Small-batch delivery will officially start in June 2025!
The NODE series modular computers serve as both a bridge and carrier to help customers enhance the value of their products and solutions. Featuring differentiated CPU configurations and modular flexibility, NODE-I916 and NODE-I721 deliver tailor-made computing solutions for diverse business needs.
Whether you’re aiming for peak AI performance or prioritizing ultra-low power efficiency, there’s a perfect fit for you.
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