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UP Xtreme i11

Expert rating8.3 / 10

Single-board ComputersView on up-board.org
SoC:
Intel Core i7-1165G7 (Tiger Lake)
CPU:
Quad-Core x86 up to 4.7GHz
Memory:
Up to 16GB LPDDR4X
Storage:
eMMC + M.2 NVMe
Price:
$399

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Manufacturer: AAEON (UP) Last updated: 2026-09-14

UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board) Review

UP Xtreme i11 single-board computer with an Intel Core i7-1165G7 Tiger Lake CPU, Iris Xe integrated graphics, up to 16GB LPDDR4X RAM, M.2 NVMe storage, dual 2.5GbE, and a 40-pin GPIO header for industrial-grade x86 compute.

This is the board for when a project has outgrown every ARM SBC on the market -- laptop-class Tiger Lake performance, Iris Xe graphics capable of driving real workloads or light AI inference through OpenVINO, and industrial temperature ratings, all still in a compact 115 x 78mm SBC form factor with GPIO.

Overview

The UP Xtreme i11 uses the same 11th-gen Tiger Lake silicon found in premium ultrabooks, giving it CPU and graphics performance that most ARM SBCs simply cannot approach, wrapped in AAEON's industrial-grade board design with a configurable 12-28W TDP and extended temperature options for embedded deployment.

Performance & Connectivity

Dual 2.5GbE, M.2 NVMe storage, WiFi 6, and Iris Xe graphics capable of OpenVINO-accelerated inference make the Xtreme i11 suitable for real edge-AI, machine vision, or light server workloads that would choke a Raspberry Pi or even an RK3588 board. HDMI, DisplayPort over USB-C, and an eDP connector cover both external monitors and embedded panel designs.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin, the UP Xtreme i11 lacks a dedicated NPU for deep learning but offers far broader general-purpose x86 software compatibility for industrial control and legacy applications. Compared to the UP 4000, the Xtreme i11 is a completely different performance class -- genuinely laptop-fast rather than embedded-fast -- at roughly four times the price. Against ARM boards in this catalog like the Radxa ROCK 5B or FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6, the Xtreme i11 costs 3-4x more but runs unmodified x86 Windows and Linux software, a decisive factor for industrial control applications with no ARM build available.

Specifications

Identity

BrandUP
CPU Architecturex86
Memory16 GB
Storage TypeNVMe/M.2
Has AI Accelerator / NPUNo
WirelessWiFi 6
GPIO HeaderYes
Price399 USD
Use Casex86 Compatible
ModelUP Xtreme i11
ProcessorIntel Core i7-1165G7, Quad-Core x86 up to 4.7GHz
GPUIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Power12V/5A DC barrel
Board Dimensions115 x 78 mm
TDP12-28W configurable (cTDP)
USB Ports3x USB 3.1 Type-A, 1x USB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Video OutputHDMI 2.0, DisplayPort via USB-C, eDP (for embedded panels)
StorageOptional 64/128GB eMMC + M.2 2280 NVMe slot
Ethernet2x 2.5GbE
Audio3.5mm audio jack, onboard microphone
Expansion40-pin GPIO header, UP stackable HAT connector
Operating System SupportUbuntu, Windows 10/11, Yocto Linux
Operating Temperature0°C to 60°C standard (extended -20°C to 70°C on select SKUs)
Price Variantsi3-1115G4 $299 / i5-1135G7 $349 / i7-1165G7 $399

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.3 / 10

The most powerful general-purpose x86 board in this roundup -- laptop-tier performance in SBC form, but priced and powered for industrial and prosumer projects, not casual hobbyists.

Best for

  • Industrial edge computing needing genuine x86 performance
  • Machine vision using OpenVINO-accelerated Iris Xe graphics
  • Compact workstation-replacement or kiosk PC builds

Not for

  • Budget or entry-level maker projects
  • Fanless, ultra-low-power deployments
  • Dedicated deep-learning inference (no discrete NPU)

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board)?

The UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board) is a single board computer from AAEON (UP). Key specs: Processor Intel Core i7-1165G7, Quad-Core x86 up to 4.7GHz, CPU Architecture x86, GPU Intel Iris Xe Graphics, Memory 16, Storage Type NVMe/M.2.

Will the UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board) work with my current setup?

The UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board) lists Processor is Intel Core i7-1165G7, Quad-Core x86 up to 4.7GHz. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board) best suited to?

It suits industrial edge computing needing genuine x86 performance, machine vision using openvino-accelerated iris xe graphics, compact workstation-replacement or kiosk pc builds.

What are the drawbacks of the UP Xtreme i11 (Single-Board Computer/Intel Core i7-1165G7/Quad-Core Tiger Lake 4.7GHz/Up to 16GB LPDDR4X/High-Performance Industrial x86 Board)?

It is a poor fit for budget or entry-level maker projects, fanless, ultra-low-power deployments, dedicated deep-learning inference (no discrete npu).

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