UP AI Development Kit

Accelerate Your AI Development with UP AI Dev Kit Solutions

Unlock the future of AI with UP AI Dev Kit Solutions—a powerful series of development kits designed for efficiency, compatibility, and seamless AI integration.

Powered by Intel® Processor N150 or Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 225H, these kits deliver outstanding performance for AI-driven applications. With compact designs ranging from card size to pocket size, they provide flexibility without compromising on computing power, making AI development more accessible than ever.

UP AI Dev Kit Solutions come in three specialized models, each tailored to different AI workloads:

•  UP TWL AI Dev Kit – A cost-effective AI development solution for flexible innovation
•  UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit – Enhanced processing capabilities for AI-driven workloads with pre-installed Hailo-8L module, up to 13 TOPS.
• UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit – High-performance computing for advanced AI applications with total platform 83 TOPS.

Optimized for Developers

These kits are provided with pre-installed Ubuntu 24.04 LTS version and the AI Software Suite, featuring the NX AI Manager & Tool Kit, enabling plug-and-play AI-driven analytics at the edge. 

Supporting the essential tools, frameworks, and optimized hardware needed to build, scale, and deploy intelligent AI solutions with ease.

•  Maximum Compatibility – Supports Windows 10/11, Ubuntu, and Yocto Project
•  AI Accelerator Support – Optimized for AI accelerator module including solutions from our partner Hailo, DEEPX and Axelera AI.
•  Camera Compatibility – In addition to the default USB HD camera accessory, supports various MIPI-CSI and GMSL2 cameras.
   (UP TWL AI Dev Kit does not support MIPI-CSI/ GMSL2)
•  Compatible with our latest  AI Software Tool Kit.  Read the full UP AI tool kit white paper
•  Streamlined Performance – Designed for effortless AI deployment

Transform your AI projects with precision, power, and reliability—because innovation starts with the right tools!

 

Hardware overview

UP TWL AI Dev Kit
Compact & Efficient Entry-Level AI

The UP TWL Dev Kit is a card-sized development board designed for cost-effective AI applications. Powered by the Intel® Processor N150, it delivers quad-core computing performance with Intel® Graphics (24 EUs), making it ideal for entry-level AI workloads. Equipped with 8GB RAM and 64GB storage, it ensures smooth execution of AI models, while its 40-pin HAT GPIO enhances connectivity for various peripherals.

UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit
AI-Accelerated Processing

The UP Squared Pro TWL Dev Kit takes AI performance up a notch with its Palm+ size dev board and integrated Hailo-8L M.2 AI Accelerator, providing up to 13 TOPS of AI inferencing power. Running on Intel® Processor N150 with Intel® Graphics (24 EUs), it offers efficient AI processing, along with 8GB RAM and 64GB storage for seamless operation. With the pre-installed Ubuntu Pro 24.04 and UP AI Tool Kit, developers can deploy AI applications effortlessly.

UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit
High-Performance AI Computing

The UP Xtreme ARL Dev Kit is built for advanced AI workloads with its Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 225H delivering 14 cores of computing power. Featuring Intel® Arc™ 130T GPU and integrated NPU, this pocket-sized powerhouse provides 83 TOPS of AI performance—ideal for deep learning, edge computing, and vision-based applications. With 16GB RAM and 256GB storage, it ensures high-speed AI inferencing, making it the perfect choice for demanding AI solutions.

AI Software Suite: Nx AI Manager & Tool Kit

UP AI Dev kit software suite includes NX AI Manager by Network Optix is a powerful, scalable platform that brings AI-driven video analytics to the edge. Designed for seamless integration with the UP AI Dev Kit, it enables real-time object detection, event-based automation, and intelligent video insights across diverse environments. With support for multiple AI models, streamlined deployment, and centralized management, NX AI Manager transforms traditional surveillance into a smart, responsive system—perfect for modern AI applications in retail, security, and industrial automation. The suite provides free trial access. Developers can explore the full capabilities of NX AI Manager without upfront cost, accelerating evaluation and proof-of-concept development. More information : Here

Universal AI Model Deployment

Easily deploy and scale AI models across various hardware—including x86 platforms—thanks to a flexible, hardware-agnostic pipeline.

Cross-Platform Compatibility

Supports deployment across x86, ARM, and GPU/NPU platforms, allowing future scalability beyond the initial dev kit.

Developer-Friendly SDK & API Access

Offers a well-documented SDK and RESTful APIs, enabling developers to integrate AI pipelines into custom applications with ease.

UP AI Software Tool Kit

AI Benchmark Tool for Intel/Hailo/CUDA​

Provide a toolkit to effectively solve the problem of difficult performance comparison of multiple models on a single platform

Model Convertor Tool

Customers can use the toolkit to painlessly convert various models into formats suitable for Intel/Hailo/CUDA platforms and then deploy them on the edge device to easily achieve inference

AI inference Runtime Library​

Integrate the necessary drivers, libraries, and SDKs for Intel/Hailo/CUDA platforms for customers to install with one click, providing painless POC environment construction

AI Accelerator Partners

UP AI Dev Kit Solutions are compatible with industry-leading AI accelerators, providing enhanced AI processing capabilities through optional expansion.

These kits support Hailo-8 AI AcceleratorDEEPX DX-M1 M.2 AI Accelerator and Axelera Metis M.2 AI Accelerator (coming soon), enabling high-efficiency inferencing and optimized AI workloads. While not included by default, these accelerators can be installed via the M.2 2280 expansion slot, allowing developers to customize their setup based on specific project needs.

With this flexible AI acceleration support, users can scale performance and deploy real-time AI applications with greater efficiency and precision. Discover more AI module expansion options at our UP Shop!

Flexible Camera Support for AI Vision Applications

UP AI Dev Kit Solutions come with a USB HD camera as a default accessory, providing a ready-to-use vision setup for AI applications. Beyond the included camera, these kits offer expanded support for advanced imaging solutions, including MIPI-CSI and GMSL2 cameras, ensuring seamless integration with AI-powered vision applications.

For a list of certified and compatible cameras, please explore our partner page below, where you’ll find optimized solutions tailored for AI deployment.   
*UP TWL AI Dev Kit does not support MIPI-CSI/ GMSL2

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