MSI is expanding its industrial lineup with the MS-CF16 V3.0, a compact Pico-ITX single-board computer built for tight enclosures and always-on reliability. Designed for embedded, industrial, and edge deployments, this fanless SBC blends low power draw with modern connectivity in a footprint that measures just 10.1 x 7.3 cm and weighs around 300 grams.
You get a choice of efficient Intel processors tailored to different workloads. The board supports the Intel N97 and N150—popular in affordable mini PCs for everyday tasks—as well as the Intel Atom x7433RE, a 9-watt, 4-core chip that boosts up to 3.4 GHz and is geared toward embedded longevity. Based on widely referenced synthetic benchmarks, the 4-core N97 is likely the quickest of the trio for general-purpose performance, while the Atom option targets rugged, power-sensitive deployments.
Memory and storage are configured for embedded stability and expansion. The MS-CF16 V3.0 carries up to 16 GB of LPDDR5-4800 (soldered) and offers flexible add-ons via M.2 B, M.2 E, and SATA 3.0. The integrated heatsink allows fully passive operation, reducing maintenance and enabling silent builds for space-constrained systems.
Connectivity is comprehensive for its size:
– Dual LAN ports (2.5 GbE and 1 GbE) for resilient networking or segregated traffic
– Dual COM ports and a 16-bit GPIO header (8x GPI, 8x GPO) for industrial control
– Dual USB 3.2 and dual USB 2.0 for peripherals and high-speed I/O
– HDMI supporting up to 4K at 30 Hz and eDP up to 1200p at 60 Hz for versatile display setups
– Realtek ALC897 HD audio
– TPM via Infineon SLB 9672 for enhanced platform security
The MS-CF16 V3.0 runs Windows and Linux, making integration straightforward across existing software stacks. Its fanless design and robust I/O make it a strong fit for digital signage, kiosks, industrial automation, robotics controllers, point-of-sale systems, IoT gateways, and network appliances where dependable connectivity, compact size, and low noise are critical.
In short, MSI’s MS-CF16 V.3.0 delivers a modern, fanless Pico-ITX platform with flexible CPU options, fast networking, and broad expansion—ideal for designers and integrators who need reliable performance in places where every millimeter and watt count.
