Taiwan-based technology manufacturer Aaeon has announced its new mini PC powered by Intel’s Meteor Lake architecture, powered by a Core Ultra processor. Dubbed the PICO-MTU4-SEMI, this device stands out with its compact design and completely fanless design. The company claims it is the world’s smallest fanless Core Ultra-based mini PC.
Aaeon Announces its Mini PC Powered by an Intel Core Processor
The mini PC measures just 108 x 95 x 43 millimeters and has a volume of 0.44 liters. Its total weight is 600 grams. With these dimensions, the device easily integrates into tight spaces and is designed for use in environments requiring quiet operation. Silence and space-saving are particularly important in applications such as industrial robots and autonomous transportation vehicles, where such systems are essential.
The device is available with two processor options: the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U and the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U. Both processors have a base power consumption of 15 watts and can reach up to 57 watts in Turbo Mode. The system comes with 32GB of LPDDR5-6400 single-channel RAM. Storage includes support for PCIe Gen 4 and SATA M.2 2280 SSDs.
Connectivity options include two LAN ports, one with 2.5 gigabit speeds and the other with 1 gigabit. Both ports come with Intel driver support. Additionally, the device also features two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI 1.4 port, and two COM ports supporting RS-232/422/485 protocols.
For wireless connectivity, a Wi-Fi module can be installed via the M.2 2230 E-Key slot. Additionally, a GPIO expansion option is available via a 5-pin wafer connector for I2C or SMBus connectivity.
The system also includes a 3-volt, 240mAh lithium battery backup to maintain power supply in standby mode. The PICO-MTU4-SEMI, which does not come with a pre-installed operating system, is compatible with 64-bit Windows 10 and 11, as well as Linux versions Ubuntu 22.04.2 and later.
Aaeon announced that the product is currently in production. No price or release date information has been released. The company states that the device is being developed for OEM solutions and industrial integration projects.
