The fifth-generation Intel Core family also now includes the first LGA socketed desktop processor with integrated Iris Pro graphics, Intel's most powerful client processor graphics and media engine. The lower 65-watt thermal design power (TDP) allows full PC performance in a broad range of form factors, including smaller and thinner mini PCs and all-in-one desktops, providing up to two times better 3D graphics performance, 35% video conversion and 20% compute performance over the previous generation processors, the vendor said. Intel also has introduced fifth-generation Intel Core mobile processors for mobile and IoT with integrated Intel Iris Pro Graphics. Optimized for gamers and content creators on the go, Intel's mobile processors have Intel Iris Pro graphics 6200 and provide up to two times higher compute performance and two times better 3D graphics performance compared to the current generation.

VIA Technologies has announced the latest addition to the VIA Modular Solutions portfolio, the VIA QSM-8Q90. The modular design approach allows for short time-to market, application-specific customization, simplified development, high stability and long life cycles, the vendor said. The VIA QSM-8Q90 module measures just 70x70mm and is based on the new embedded QSeven form factor developed to meet the demands of various low-power and mobile applications. Featuring a VIA 1.0GHz VIA Nano E-series processor and the VIA VX900 MSP, the VIA QSM-8Q90 module is a building block for power constrained handheld application segments, including medical, advanced gaming, military and test and measurement equipment. The VIA QSM-8Q90's on-board system memory includes 1GB of DDR3 RAM as well as support for two 1-lane PCIe expansion and an18/24-bit LVDS connector with resolutions up to 1366x768.