Industrial NUCs

Compact Fanned embedded barebone box PCs and SBCs and for industrial, and business applications. Intel NUC, short for Next Unit of Computing, is a small form factor PC with a tiny footprint, packing the processing power of latest-generation, full size desktop PCs into the palm of your hand.

Ranging from compact industrial grade boards to out-of-the-box ready to run mini-PCs, Intel NUC offers high performance multi-core processing, fast memory, expansive storage capabilities, and multi-display support. Intel NUC offers desktop performance for a host of applications in the office or out in the field.

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Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB (2x 32GB)
  • USB: 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 1x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewThe ASRock NUCS BOX-1360P/D4 is a compact industrial computing solution tailored for robust performance in demanding environments. Fuelled by the Inte...
NUCS BOX-1360P/D4
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR4 memory, 1x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displa...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-D...
  • USB: 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 1x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB (2x 32GB)
  • USB: 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 1x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewThe ASRock NUCS BOX-1340P/D4 is an industrial NUC PC powered by the Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P processor clocked at 1.9GHz. It includes Intel Iris X...
NUCS BOX-1340P/D4
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR4 memory, 1x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displa...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-D...
  • USB: 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 1x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-6305E fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC BOX-6305E please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesFanned ultra-compact embedded NUC PCIntel 11th...
NUC BOX-6305E
11th Gen Celeron NUC Box PC
Intel 11th Gen. Celeron 6305E 1.8GHz NUC PC with Intel UHD graphics, 1x 2.5Gigabit, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, quad display su...
  • Size: Ultra-compact
  • CPU family: Celeron 6305E
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Mounting: VESA
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Power requirement: AC mains adapter, DC ...
  • Total USB: 5
  • USB3 ports: 5
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB (2x 32GB)
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-1360P/D4  configured in our UK-based engineering facility with your choice of memory, storage and operating s...
NUC BOX-1360P/D4
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR4 memory, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displa...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i7-1360P 2.2GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-D...
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB (2x 32GB)
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewThe ASRock NUC BOX-1340P/D4 is a compact yet powerful Intel 13th Gen Core i5-powered NUC PC designed for industrial use. Running at 1.9GHz, the i5-134...
NUC BOX-1340P/D4
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR4 memory, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displa...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-D...
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-1115G4 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC BOX-1115G4 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesFanned ultra-compact embedded NUC PCIntel 11th Gen. Co...
NUC BOX-1115G4
11th Gen Core NUC Box PC
Intel 11th Gen. Core i3-1115G4 3.00GHz NUC PC with Intel UHD graphics, 1x 2.5Gigabit, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, quad display ...
  • Size: Ultra-compact
  • CPU family: 11th Gen Core
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Mounting: VESA
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Power requirement: AC mains adapter, DC ...
  • Total USB: 5
  • USB3 ports: 5
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-6305E fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-6305E please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboardIntel 11th Ge...
NUC-6305E
11th Gen Celeron NUC Motherboard
Intel 11th Gen. Celeron 6305E 1.8GHz NUC PC with Intel UHD graphics, 1x 2.5Gigabit, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, quad display su...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: Celeron 6305E
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Suitable for: Machine Building
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel Alder Lake-N SoC Processors N97 2.0GHz quad-core (CPU TDP 12W)
  • System Memory: 1x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 16GB
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C),
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 2x HDMI 2.0b, 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-N97 configured in our UK-based engineering facility with your choice of memory storage and operating system. ...
NUC BOX-N97
Alder Lake-N NUC PC
Intel Alder Lake-N Series N97 2.0GHz NUC PC with Intel UHD graphics, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, triple display support and ...
  • CPU: Intel Alder Lake-N SoC Processors N...
  • System Memory: 1x 260-pin DDR4-3200 SO-D...
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 2x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 2x HDMI 2.0b, 2x DP 1.4a (via U...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1360P 2.2GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 262-pin DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM, up to 32GB (2x 16GB)
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-1360P/D5  configured in our UK-based engineering facility with your choice of memory, storage and operating s...
NUC BOX-1360P/D5
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i75-1360P 2.2GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR5 memory, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displ...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1360P 2.2GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 262-pin DDR5-4800 SO-D...
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
Quick specs
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz 4P+8E core (Typical CPU TDP 28W)
  • System Memory: 2x 262-pin DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM, up to 32GB (2x 16GB)
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x USB4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x M.2 2230 E-key)
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x DP 1.4a (via USB-C)
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-1340P/D5  configured in our UK-based engineering facility with your choice of memory, storage and operating s...
NUC BOX-1340P/D5
Intel 13th Gen Industrial NUC PC
Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz NUC PC with Intel Iris Xe graphics, DDR5 memory, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad displa...
  • CPU: Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1340P 1.9GHz...
  • System Memory: 2x 262-pin DDR5-4800 SO-D...
  • USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x USB 3....
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.2 (1x...
  • Display: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x DP 1.4a , 2x D...
  • Digital I/O: N/A
  • Audio: 1x Line-in/out
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC BOX-J6412 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC BOX-J6412 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesFanned ultra-compact embedded NUC PCIntel Cele...
NUC BOX-J6412
Elkhart Lake NUC Box PC
Intel Elkhart Lake Celeron J6412 2.0GHz NUC PC with Intel UHD graphics, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, dual display support and 4x...
  • Size: Ultra-compact
  • CPU family: Celeron J6412
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Mounting: VESA
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Power requirement: AC mains adapter, DC ...
  • Total USB: 5
  • USB2 ports: 1
Quick specs
  • Storage: 1x SATAIII, 1x M.2 2242 M-key (PCIe/SATA)
  • USB : 4x USB3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 2x USB3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 2x USB2.0 (Header)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • Display: 2x HDMI, 1x DP, 1x DP (Type-C)
  • Memory : 1x 260-pin DDR4 3200 MHz SO-DIMM up to 16GB
  • CPU: Intel Alder Lake-N N97 2.0GHz quad-core (TDP 12W)
OverviewThe NUC-N97 from ASRock Industrial is an Intel N97 Industrial NUC Motherboard purpose-built for versatile industrial computing applications. Engineere...
NUC-N97
Intel N97 Industrial NUC Motherboard
Intel Alder Lake N97 2.0GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, dual display support, 6x US...
  • Form Factor: NUC
  • CPU: Intel Alder Lake-N N97 2.0GHz quad-...
  • Memory: 1x 260-pin DDR4 3200 MHz SO-DIMM...
  • Display: 2x HDMI, 1x DP, 1x DP (Type-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • USB: 4x USB3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 2x USB3.2 ...
  • Storage: 1x SATAIII, 1x M.2 2242 M-key (...
  • COM: 1x RS-232/422/485 (Header)
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-N6415 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with an industrial-grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-N6415 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboardIntel Pent...
NUC-N6415
Elkhart Lake NUC Motherboard
Intel Elkhart Lake Pentium N6415 1.2GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, dual display suppo...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: Pentium N6415
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • RS-422 ports: 1
  • RS-485 ports: 1
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-N6210 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-N6210 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboardIntel Celeron N6210 1.2...
NUC-N6210
Elkhart Lake NUC Motherboard
Intel Elkhart Lake Celeron N6210 1.2GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, dual display suppo...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: Celeron N6210
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • RS-422 ports: 1
  • RS-485 ports: 1
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-J6426 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with an industrial-grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-J6426 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboardIntel Pent...
NUC-J6426
Elkhart Lake NUC Motherboard
Intel Elkhart Lake Pentium J6426 2.0GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, dual display suppo...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: Pentium J6426
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • RS-422 ports: 1
  • RS-485 ports: 1
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-J6412 fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-J6412 please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboardIntel Celeron...
NUC-J6412
Elkhart Lake NUC Motherboard
Intel Elkhart Lake Celeron J6412 2.0GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, dual display suppo...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: Celeron J6412
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • RS-422 ports: 1
  • RS-485 ports: 1
Quick specs
  • Form Factor: NUC-board
  • CPU: Intel 12th Gen Celeron 7305 CPU
  • Memory : 2x 260-pin DDRX-3200 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB
  • Display: 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMIn 2x DisplayPort (via USB-C)
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • USB : 2x USB3.2 (Type-A), 2x USB3.2 (Type-C), 2x USB 2.0 (TYPE-A),
OverviewThe ASRock NUC-7305 is a robust motherboard tailored for demanding industrial applications. Powered by the Intel 12th Gen Celeron 7305 processor, this...
NUC-7305
12th Gen NUC Motherboard
Intel 12th Gen. Celeron 7305 NUC Motherboard with Intel UHD graphics, 2x 2.5Gigabit Ethernet, quad display support and 6...
  • Operating Temperature: 0C to +60C
  • Form Factor: NUC-board
  • CPU: Intel 12th Gen Celeron 7305 CPU
  • Memory: 2x 260-pin DDRX-3200 SO-DIMM, up...
  • Display: 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMIn 2x Dis...
  • Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000/2500Mbps (RJ45)
  • USB: 2x USB3.2 (Type-A), 2x USB3.2 (Type...
  • Storage: 1x SATAIII, 1x M.2 2242/2260/22...
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-1185G7E NUC motherboard fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with an industrial-grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-1185G7E board please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime...
NUC-1185G7E
11th Gen Core NUC Motherboard
Intel 11th Gen. Core i7-1185G7E 1.8GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel Iris XE graphics, 1x 2.5Gigabit, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, ...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: 11th Gen Core
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Suitable for: Machine Building
OverviewImpulse can supply the NUC-1165G7 NUC motherboard fully configured in our UK based engineering facility with industrial grade processor, memory, storage and a Linux or Microsoft Windows Embedded operating system. For more information about the NUC-1165G7 board please contact our technical sales team on +44 (0)1782 337 800 or alternatively submit an enquiry.FeaturesIndustrial, long-lifetime NUC motherboar...
NUC-1165G7
11th Gen Core NUC Motherboard
Intel 11th Gen. Core i7-1165G7 2.8GHz NUC Motherboard with Intel Iris XE graphics, 1x 2.5Gigabit, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, q...
  • Form factor: NUC
  • CPU family: 11th Gen Core
  • Operating temperature: Standard
  • Optional Heat Spreader: No
  • Display Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • RS-232 ports: 1
  • Expansion: Any, M.2
  • Suitable for: Machine Building

GPU Computing

Frequently asked questions

What is a GPU Computer?
A GPU Computer is a computing system containing an often-high-powered Graphics Processing Unit, which is used to process complex calculations and algorithms in order to both take the load off the CPU and allow scalability in processing power.

For instance, GPU Computers are often used in AI applications, either in GPU “farms”, a series of GPU Computers linked together to spread the load of the intensive calculations of inference and video analytics, or in Embedded Computers using MXM GPUs to analyse data right on the Edge.
Which GPU is best for my PC?
The first choice you have to make is whether you require a professional or consumer grade GPU. Consumer grade GPUs are undoubtedly cheaper than professional grade, but for rugged industrial and embedded applications there are some key features of professional grade GPUs that should be considered by system integrators.

Professional grade GPUs feature ECC memory, built-in error correction which fixes issues in the VRAM on the fly. Consumer grade GPUs don’t follow any fixed roadmap, with manufacturers constantly releasing new versions and drivers to keep up with graphics-hungry video games. Professional grade GPUs, on the other hand, have longer development periods and official change-notifications and rollouts, giving organisations more control over obsolescence and a clear plan on development cycles for the future.

With more standardisation with professional grade GPUs, and official support for them by industrial software vendors, professional grade GPUs are a great choice for embedded and industrial GPU computer applications. Read more here.
What is a GPU and how does it work?
GPU stands for Graphical Processing Unit, which is a processing device designed to perform complex calculations for things like gaming, texture mapping, lighting and shading, and geometry. Long gone are the days where GPUs are used solely in the commercial sector by gamers and the like — GPUs now form the backbone of complex industrial and embedded applications like machine vision and intelligent video analytics, due to their huge and dedicated processing power which is geared towards this kind of visual application.
Is GPU or CPU better?
Asking if a GPU is better than a CPU is like asking whether a horse is better than a cart. In a GPU computer, the CPU is general purpose processor responsible for the running of the operating system and ancillary services, where the GPU acts as a way of performing complex calculations that often fall on the shoulders of the CPU. It’s not that one is better than the other, more that a GPU-powered computer has the capabilities to perform more complex procedures while allowing the CPU to run more efficiently.
Do you need a GPU for a PC?
No, you don’t need a GPU for a PC. You do need some form of graphical output, so if there’s no integrated graphics processor to output to a display then you’ll need a separate GPU to do the job. GPUs are often added to computers that do have onboard graphics display outputs, but not because it’s required, more that it serves a purpose that can’t be fulfilled by the generally much less powerful onboard unit.

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