Maxsun Launches MS-MoDT 230H/205H Motherboards with Core 7 230H and Core 5 205H Processors

Maxsun has introduced two new motherboard models designed for small form factor systems. The MS-MoDT 230H D4 WIFI and MS-MoDT 205H D4 WIFI boards target mini PCs, workstations, and edge computing devices. The company announced these products on May 10, 2024. These motherboards support Intel Core 7 230H and Core 5 205H processors.

Compact M-ATX designs support up to 64GB DDR4 memory and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity

Both processors belong to the Raptor Lake architecture. The Core 7 230H features 10 cores and 16 threads, combining six performance cores with four efficiency cores. It reaches a maximum turbo frequency of 5.2GHz and includes 24MB of cache. The Core 5 205H offers 8 cores and 12 threads, with four performance and four efficiency cores. It tops out at 4.8GHz and provides 12MB of cache.

The motherboards utilize an M-ATX form factor and support up to 64GB of DDR4-3200 memory across two DIMM slots. Storage connectivity includes two SATA 3.0 ports and two M.2 M-Key slots that accept 2242 or 2280 drives. The boards also feature Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and a Realtek Gigabit LAN port. Users get four USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and four USB 2.0 ports. The processors operate with a base power of 45W and a maximum power of 115W.

These boards fill a niche for compact computing solutions that require modern mobile processors. The use of Raptor Lake silicon suggests a focus on compatibility and established performance characteristics for embedded applications. The inclusion of DDR4 support keeps memory costs lower compared to newer standards. The M-ATX layout allows for more expansion options than typical mini-ITX designs while remaining compact.