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Intel® Centrino® Atom™ Processor Technology
For cutting-edge nomads seeking the best pocketable Internet experience, Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processor technology unleashes the freedom and flexibility of Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs) enabling you to enjoy your entertainment or access the full Internet on the go.¹
Product information
- Download the product brief (PDF 1.42MB)
- Download the datasheet (PDF 776KB)
- Download the specifications (PDF 275KB)
Features and benefits
Powering the newest and most exciting MIDs—like portable navigation units and media players—Intel Centrino Atom processor technology unleashes the best Internet experiences on the go.¹ With the silicon design of 45nm Intel Centrino Atom processor technology, you'll enjoy fast performance, smooth video streaming and playback, and brilliant graphics—all in a powerful and pocketable Mobile Internet Device.
Designed to be small while delivering the full power next-generation MIDs demand, Intel Centrino Atom processor technology enables more of everything you love on the go:
- Surf the full Internet on a device that fits in your pocket
- Keep in touch on instant messenger (IM) or VOIP
- Enjoy outstanding performance for high-definition (HD) video and audio
- Remain unwired with long battery life keeping you entertained and productive between charges¹
- Connect where and when you want with built-in wireless—around town and around the world¹
- Experience broadband on-the-go for wireless access beyond hot spots with select WiMAX ready MIDs²
- Get turn-by-turn directions and personalized information based on your location, like the nearest restaurants, homes for sale, and more with select GPS-ready MIDs³
Intel's smallest wonder
Newly designed from the ground up, 45nm Intel® Atom™ processors pack an astounding 47 million transistors on a single chip.
| Intel® Centrino® Atom™ Processor Technology Components | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processors | Intel® Atom™ Processor Z500, Z510, Z520, Z530, Z540 | ||||||
| Chipsets | Intel® System Controller Hub UL11L, US15L, US15W | ||||||
| Wireless technologies | WiFi, 3G or WiMAX | ||||||
¹ System performance, battery life, power savings, high-definition quality, video playback, wireless performance, and functionality will vary depending on your specific operating system, hardware, chipset, connection rate, site conditions, and software configurations. Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, services or external hardware.
² WiMAX connectivity requires a WiMAX-enabled device and subscription to a WiMAX broadband service. WiMAX connectivity may require you to purchase additional software or hardware at extra cost. Availability of WiMAX is limited; check with your carrier for details on availability and network limitations. Broadband performance and results may vary due to environmental factors and other variables. See www.intel.com/go/wimax/ for more information.
³ Some features, such as GPS and location-aware services, may require you to purchase additional software, services or external hardware.