The Intel Atom E3845 is a quad-core system-on-a-chip (SoC) processor from Intel's Bay Trail generation, designed for embedded and low-power computing applications. It features four cores operating at a base frequency of 1.91 GHz, 2 MB of L2 cache, and is built on a 22nm process. This processor excels in scenarios demanding minimal power draw and a compact thermal footprint, making it a staple in fanless and passively cooled designs. It supports up to 8 GB of DDR3L memory and integrates Intel HD Graphics, providing a balanced solution for basic graphical tasks.
Key specifications of the Intel Atom E3845 include a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of just 10 watts, which is a defining characteristic for its target applications. It utilizes the FCBGA1170 socket and supports essential instruction sets and virtualization technology (VT-x). Its integrated graphics unit supports display resolutions up to 2560x1600, enabling use with high-definition monitors. The processor's architecture prioritizes energy efficiency and reliability over raw performance, positioning it for long-term deployment in stable environments.
This processor is ideally suited for a range of embedded and industrial applications. Its low heat output allows for completely silent, fanless operation, which is critical in dusty or sensitive environments. Common use cases include digital signage, kiosks, thin clients, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and basic industrial automation controllers. It provides sufficient processing power for running lightweight operating systems, managing network traffic, displaying multimedia content, and handling I/O for various peripherals without the complexity or cost of higher-performance chips.
Thinvent Products Featuring E3845 and Modern Equivalents
While the Intel Atom E3845 is a legacy processor, Thinvent's current product portfolio offers modern alternatives that deliver superior performance, efficiency, and connectivity while maintaining the core benefits of low-power, fanless operation. For applications requiring similar compact and efficient processing, consider our systems powered by Intel's latest N-series processors (like the N100) or efficient ARM-based solutions.
Our Thinvent Micro series of thin clients and mini PCs utilize advanced ARM Cortex processors, offering exceptional power efficiency for cloud computing and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). For more demanding tasks that still require low thermal design, the Thinvent Treo and IPC1 series with Intel N100 processors provide a significant generational leap in CPU and graphics performance within a similar low-power envelope. For industrial-grade reliability and expanded I/O, our Industrial PC range with options from Intel Celeron to Core i5 processors offers robust solutions for demanding environments where the E3845 was traditionally specified.
