ERYING releases MoDT motherboards with disabled integrated graphics, starting at around $180

ERYING has released new small form-factor motherboards that embed Intel Raptor Lake processors directly onto the board. This approach removes the need for a separate CPU socket, which simplifies system design for compact builds. Readers looking for ultra-compact desktops or embedded solutions now have a pre-integrated option that combines the processor and motherboard into a single unit. The release targets users who prioritize space efficiency over traditional upgradeability.

Compact boards feature PCIe 5.0 x8 slots and DDR4 support

The new lineup features two specific models: one based on the Core i7-13798HRE and another on the Core i5-13598HRE. Both processors are embedded variants designed for industrial and commercial applications rather than standard consumer desktops. The i7 model combines six performance cores with eight efficiency cores for a total of 14 cores and 20 threads. The i5 model offers 12 cores and 16 threads, consisting of four performance cores and eight efficiency cores.

Specifications

• CPU Model: Core i7-13798HRE (14C/20T, 5.0GHz boost, 55W TDP)
• CPU Model: Core i5-13598HRE (12C/16T, 4.8GHz boost, 55W TDP)
• Integrated Graphics: None (Disabled)
• Memory Support: DDR4 (2 DIMM slots)
• Expansion Slots: PCIe 5.0 x8 (Primary), PCIe 3.0 x4 (Secondary)

A defining feature of these boards is the complete absence of integrated graphics. ERYING explicitly identifies the i7 variant as the Core i7-13800HRE in some contexts to highlight that the integrated GPU is disabled. Users must install a discrete graphics card to get any video output, as the board provides no display ports. The primary expansion slot is a PCIe 5.0 x8 lane, which handles the connection for the dedicated GPU. A secondary PCIe 3.0 x4 slot is also available for other peripherals.

Memory support is limited to DDR4, with two DIMM slots provided on the board. Storage options include one PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slot, one PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot, and two SATA ports. The physical dimensions are 175 by 215 millimeters, classifying it as a small form-factor design. ERYING reports thermal performance of approximately 72 degrees Celsius at 115 watts and 62 degrees Celsius at 95 watts during testing.

Pricing for the Core i7-13798HRE board is set at 1,399 CNY (around $208). The Core i5-13598HRE version is available for 1,199 CNY (around $178). These prices are listed in Chinese Yuan, and the boards are currently available in China. The exact availability for international markets outside of China has not been specified by the vendor.

These motherboards represent a specific niche in the hardware market where compactness and integrated processing power are prioritized. The lack of integrated graphics and reliance on discrete GPUs define the use case for these systems. Buyers interested in standard desktop upgrades should note that these are not traditional socket-based motherboards. The release confirms that embedded Raptor Lake chips are now available in small form-factor configurations.