Khadas to launch Lunar Lake Mini-PC that supports discrete graphics
Two models were spotted on Geekbench.
Khadas Mind and Mind Graphics, Source: Khadas
Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra 200V series is generating interest, especially in the context of next-gen laptop, gaming handhelds, and of courseMini-PCs. Although details are limited, the architecture’s power and performance targets suggest that it’s only a matter of time before Mini-PCs featuring these chips emerge.
One company that could be at the forefront of this development is Khadas, known for its innovative modular Mini-PC designs . Khadas launched a Mini-PC with a modular approach, allowing users to expand storage, ports, or even add discrete graphics through separate modules. Their “Mind Graphics” module is now available with up to a GeForce RTX 4060 Ti, and it’s rumored that the upcoming base version of this product will be the first Lunar Lake-based device to support discrete graphics.
Khadas Maker Kit (Meteor Lake), Source: Khadas
On Geekbench, you can find entries for the Khadas Maker Kit, which includes the base module containing the CPU and the Mind Dock. The Mind Dock itself adds nine extra I/O interfaces, a built-in SD card slot, and integrated speakers, raising the functionality of the base module. The 268V SKU score is actually one of the highest seen so far.
Khadas Maker Kit (Lunar Lake), Source: Geekbench
The company has already launched two such systems: one with Raptor Lake and another with Meteor Lake (sold as the Maker Kit). It appears that the next-gen series will feature one of two Lunar Lake SKUs: the Core Ultra 5 228V or the Core Ultra 7 268V , both of which have 8 cores but differ in CPU clock speeds and graphics capabilities.
As a reminder, Lunar Lake includes 4 Lion Cove P-Cores and 4 Skymont E-Cores. The 268V can boost up to 5.0 GHz, while the 228V can boost up to 4.5 GHz. The former will also feature Arc 140V graphics with 8 Xe2 Cores, while the 228V will have Arc 130V with 7 Xe2 Cores. These are not the discrete graphics found in the Khadas Graphics module but are integrated into the CPU package.
The next-gen Khadas system is confirmed to feature 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory. The Geekbench listings do not show memory speeds, but the memory is installed directly on the package and cannot be upgraded. Additionally, we know that the “2_8” SKUs have 32GB and the “2_6” SKUs have 16GB of capacity, both using LPDDR5X-8533 speeds.
| Khadas Mind models | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VideoCardz.com | Cores | Graphics | Memory | Storage |
| 2nd Gen Core Ultra “Lunar Lake” | ||||
| 🆕Core Ultra 7 268V | 8C/8T (up to 5.0 GHz) | Arc 140V (8 Xe2) @ 2.00 GHz | 32GB LPDDR5X-8533 | TBC |
| 🆕Core Ultra 5 228V | 8C/8T (up to 4.5 GHz) | Arc 130V (7 Xe2) @ 1.85 GHz | 32GB LPDDR5X-8533 | TBC |
| 1st Gen Core Ultra “Meteor Lake” | ||||
| Core Ultra 7 155H | 16C/22T (up to 4.8 GHz) | Arc (8 Xe) @ 2.25 GHz | 32GB LPDDR5-6400 | 1TB M.2 2230 SSD PCIe 4.0×4 |
| Core Ultra 5 125H | 14C/18T (up to 4.5 GHz) | Arc (7 Xe) @ 2.20 GHz | 16GB LPDDR5-6400 | 512GB M.2 2230 SSD PCIe 4.0×4 |
| 13th Gen Core “Raptor Lake” | ||||
| Core i7-1360P | 12C/16T (up to 5.0 GHz) | Iris Xe (96 EU) @ 1.50 GHz | 32GB LPDDR5-5200 | 1TB M.2 2230 SSD PCIe 4.0×4 |
| Core i5-1340P | 12C/16T (up to 4.6 GHz) | Iris Xe (80 EU) @ 1.45 GHz | 16GB LPDDR5-5200 | 512GB M.2 2230 SSD PCIe 4.0×4 |
It’s worth noting that Khadas will be at IFA 2024, where they plan to showcase their Mind series. The company has also apologized for delays in Mind Graphics shipments, which were originally expected last month.
Khadas Mind Series, Source: Khadas
From a technology perspective, the Khadas Mind system is quite intriguing. It features innovative ideas, such as the ability to use a battery which is part of the main unit like on any laptop, or pair the system with more powerful graphics. However, the Khadas Mind system is quite expensive, with the CPU module priced at $799 and the graphics module at $999. This high cost means many users might find it more economical to buy a high-end laptop with better specs instead.
Source: Geekbench