congatec boards and modules with Intel Atom x5-E8000 processor

congatec has introduced versions of its COM Express and Qseven modules, as well as Mini-ITX boards, with the Intel Atom x5-E8000 processor. The 64-bit quadcore processor offers developers an alternative to competing platforms based on ARM technology.

Due to its integrated quadcore SoC, with a processor TDP of 5 W and an SDP of 4 W, the boards and modules with the processor deliver high multithread performance for applications in the lower performance segment. Applications range from embedded mobile devices, industrial gateways and terminal, ticket and cash register systems right up to gaming machines and digital signage systems. Other applications can also be found in compact industrial PCs, medical devices and systems in the transport sector.

congatec offers the processor with a burst frequency of up to 2 GHz on its conga-QA4 Qseven, conga-MA4 COM Express Mini and conga-TCA4 COM Express Compact modules as well as on its Thin Mini-ITX board conga-IA4. These all feature up to 8 GB of DDR3L RAM with 1600 MT/s. The integrated Intel HD Graphics Gen 8 supports DirectX 11.2, OpenGL 4.2 and OpenCL 1.2 for up to three independent displays via DisplayPort or HDMI, with up to 4k resolutions as well as LVDS or eDP. Due to hardware acceleration, even 4k video playback in real time presents no problem.