The Intel Core Ultra processor has been available for some time now, but for consumers, reading the specs literally may not give a concrete sense of what it can do. Today (4/24), Intel, together with various brands, showcased a series of AI PC products powered by the next-generation Intel Core Ultra, and demonstrated real-world examples of its deployment in everyday AI devices.
Intel partners with various brands to showcase next-generation Core Ultra processor AI PC products and applications.
At this showcase, participating partners included well-known manufacturers such as Acer, ASRock, ASUS, Gigabyte, Lenovo, and MSI, showcasing a range of latest devices and AI applications powered by Intel Core Ultra 200HX/200H/200V mobile processors, Core Ultra 200S desktop processors, and Intel Arc B-series graphics cards.
Regarding laptops
- Acer
- Showcase App: Intel AI Assistant Builder
This year at CES, Intel introduced the Intel AI Assistant Builder to help computer makers and software providers quickly build customized AI assistants for a variety of application scenarios, while eliminating the complexity of model development. With the new laptop lineup—Swift Go 14, Swift 14 AI, and Swift 16 AI—and through the Intel AI Assistant Builder solution combined with Acer camera technology, Acer’s AI-powered smart sales assistant can instantly recognize products and deliver key information.
- Display model:
Swift Go 14 AI (SFG14-74-97UR) (Intel Core Ultra 9 285H)
Swift 14 AI (SF14-51-76WS) (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
Swift 16 AI (SF16-51-75BA) (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
- Showcase App: Intel AI Assistant Builder
- Asus
- Showcase Application: Intel AI Playground
The ASUS Vivobook S14 can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, weighs just 1.4 kg, and is thin and light for portability, with a battery life of up to 20 hours. Combining the powerful Intel Arc integrated graphics with Intel’s own AI Playground, it’s easy to use and helps users explore the latest AI technologies, including generating images, editing photos, and writing complex research papers.
- Display model:
S3406CA (Intel Core Ultra 5 225H)
G615LW (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
UX5406SA (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
- Showcase Application: Intel AI Playground
- Lenovo
- Featured Applications: Lenovo Learning Zone, AI Now
Lenovo Learning Zone, an AI tool designed specifically for learning, offers key features including real-time recording and transcription, converting documents and audio into notes or quizzes, and note beautification. Lenovo Learning Zone can also be paired with the AI Now assistant for real-time cloud search and translation. Once Lenovo Learning Zone is installed on a PC, it can significantly enhance users’ English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Display model:
IdeaPad Pro 5 16IAH10 (Intel Core Ultra 7 255H)
Yoga 7 2-in-1 14ILL10 (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
Yoga Slim 9 14ILL10 (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
- Featured Applications: Lenovo Learning Zone, AI Now
- Micro-Star MSI
- Showcase applications: AI Engine, AI Noise Reduction, AI Zone
Models such as the Vector 16 HX Ai and the slim AI laptop Prestige 13 AI+ Evo support applications like AI Playground for image generation and extension, as well as running language models. The products integrate multiple AI applications, including the “AI Engine,” which automatically optimizes desktop settings to enhance the user experience across various scenarios and adjusts system settings based on the software in use. In noisy environments, the “AI Noise Reduction” feature, utilizing a three-microphone array, ensures users can still enjoy smooth and clear audio quality. The “AI Zone” centrally manages various AI functions, allowing users to intuitively leverage AI to assist with daily life and work.
- Display model:
Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Prestige 13 AI+ Evo A2VMG (Intel Core Ultra 9 288V)
Claw 8 AI+ A2VM (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
Summit 13 AI+ Evo A2VMTG (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V)
- Showcase applications: AI Engine, AI Noise Reduction, AI Zone
Regarding the motherboard
- ASRock
- Showcase Application: Intel AI Playground
Combined with the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K and Intel Arc B580 graphics card, it supports Intel AI Playground, providing AI tools and resources that let developers easily experience AI applications, quickly build and optimize AI models, and fully leverage Intel hardware advantages. The platform supports multiple deep learning frameworks and includes built-in optimization tools to help users improve inference performance and development efficiency, making it suitable for various AI research and application scenarios.
- Display Model:
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Z890 Steel Legend WiFi
Intel Arc B580 Steel Legend 12G OC
- Showcase Application: Intel AI Playground
- Asus
- Showcase Applications: Intel Thunderbolt Share & Cyberlink PowerDirector
The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero motherboard supports Intel Thunderbolt Share technology, allowing users to control two computers simultaneously with just one keyboard and mouse. In addition, the NitroPath DRAM design optimizes data transfer between the DRAM and CPU, enhancing overall performance. The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero also brings inspiration to AI creators, as ASUS has partnered with CyberLink PowerDirector to develop video editing tools, offering creators a smooth and intelligent workflow.
- Display model:
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO
- Showcase Applications: Intel Thunderbolt Share & Cyberlink PowerDirector
- Gigabyte
- Showcase Application: AI TOP Utility
The Z890 AORUS XTREME AI TOP series offers AI solutions for terminal deployment, providing advantages over traditional AI training methods. Running the AI TOP Utility solution on AI TOP hardware enables localized AI model training and applications. Through advanced memory expansion technology, it supports top-tier open-source AI models, allowing both beginners and experts to easily perform LLM text generation and LMM image/video creation, advancing the democratization of AI technology.
- Display model:
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Z890 AORUS XTREME AI TOP
- Showcase Application: AI TOP Utility
- Micro-Star MSI
- Showcase application: DigiME
MSI Z890 showcases the AI-driven live streaming software DigiME, which uses virtual avatar technology to generate virtual avatars in real time, providing users with an immersive online interaction experience. The system employs facial and motion capture technology to synchronize users’ expressions and body movements onto the virtual character in real time, all without the need for additional wearable devices. Users only need a standard webcam and microphone to present the virtual character immediately, making live streams or online meetings more natural and authentic.
- Display model:
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
MSI MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
- Showcase application: DigiME
In this demonstration, we can see how the computing power of Intel processors’ CPU, built-in XPU, and integrated graphics design, combined with discrete graphics cards, delivers performance across various commercial and personal AI applications, concretely showcasing current real-world generative AI use cases and bringing AI truly into work and leisure.
Source: KOCPC Chinese