New 7th Generation Intel Core processors, 4K graphics, 3.5x performance and more

Intel has introduced their newest Core processors, the 7th Generation.

The processors are based on an industry leading 14nm manufacturing process that deliver significant performance gains and power efficiencie over previous generations.

The newest processors deliver much in performance.  You will experience

• Amazing 4K, 360 degree viewing and editing

• Native support for USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity

• A new wave of thin and stylish devices

There are 2 new families in the mobile processor level

The Y-Series (mobile) which boasts extremely low power.

• Intel Core m3-7Y30 processors
• Intel Core i5-7Y54 processors
• Intel Core i7-7Y75 processors

1. The Y series are extremely low power, runs cool using (TDP < or = 4.5W).
2. This allows for fanless, quiet and razor-thin designs.
3. These are great for tablets and detachable 2 in 1 devices with amazing battery life.

Then there is the U-Series (mobile), ultra-low power

• Intel Core i3-7100U processors
• Intel Core i5-7200U processors
• Intel Core i7-7500U processors

1. Ultra-low power.  (TDP approximately 15W)
2. Premium performance, powerful possibilities.
3. For convertible 2 in 1 devices and sleek laptops with all day battery life.

If you are using a 5 year old or older notebook or device, there are many exciting reasons to upgrade.  Some of the performance improvements and new features are;

Compared to a 5 year old PC, a new 7th gen Intel Core processor based PC has

• up to 55% faster system improvement
• up to 3.2X faster Intel HD Graphics
• Intel IRIS graphics, improved performace with Intel Iris Graphics, integrated eDRAM

Compared to a 5 year old PC, a new 7th gen Intel Core processor PC is Lower Power and Energy Efficient.  It has up to 2.5X longer battery life than a 5 year old PC which means:  up to 10 hrs of battery life for a new PC.

Fantastic Media and Graphics;

WATCH

• User-generated 4K streams premium content with high fidelity
• TV on-the-go and next generation Blu-Ray.

CREATE

• Real-time 4K content creation
• Efficient transcode with hardware acceleration
• Faster 360 video creation

GAME

• Broad playability of Games on Intel processors with Intel graphics
• Many top games playable at 1080p
• Supports DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.4

With the new 7th Gen Intel Core processor, businesses will be able to achieve new levels of efficiency, productivity and collaboration and enjoy simple and convenient experiences by removing the burden of wires in these areas;

• Docking
• Wireless Display
• Charging

When coupled with an Intel Solid State Drive the new processors deliver the following;

Performance and Speed

• Boot 6.2x faster
• Launch Microsoft and Adobe applications 4.3x faster
• Save, copy and transfer files faster.

Power Efficiency

• Charge your device less often and get more life from your battery

Reliability & Cost Savings

• Your storage lasts longer.  Save money with built-in features such as Intel HD Graphics and less storage replacements.

Robustness & Security

• Greater peace of mind with built-in hardware-based security features and increased tolerance for shocks and vibrations.

How to identify 7th Gen Intel Core processors.

There's a new 7th gen Intel Core Logo

7th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Intel® Core™ Brand i7

Brand Modifier 500 SKU Numeric Digits 7 Gen U Letter Suffix

6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor Intel® Core™ Brand i7

Brand Modifier 600 SKU Numeric Digits 6 Gen U Letter Suffix

       

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