Pulcro TurnKey Mini PCs use Intel or AMD processors, depending on the model and performance tier.
For compact, energy-efficient systems such as the Pulcro TurnKey Two and Pulcro TurnKey QBE, Pulcro.io uses Intel Alder Lake-N processors designed for low power consumption and quiet 24/7 operation.
Intel N100: 4 cores / 4 threads with a base speed of 700MHz and up to 3.4GHz burst frequency
Intel N150: 4 cores / 4 threads with a base speed of 800MHz and up to 3.6GHz burst frequency
For higher-performance configurations like the Pulcro TurnKey Node, Pulcro.io offers more powerful processor options suited for heavier workloads and virtualization:
AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314: 4 cores / 4 threads with a base speed of 2.1GHz and to 3.5GHz burst frequency
AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514: 4 cores / 8 threads with a base speed of 2.1GHz and to 3.7GHz burst frequency
Intel Core i3-1215U: hybrid architecture featuring 2 Performance Cores @ 4.4GHz + 4 Efficient Cores @ 3.3GHz over 8 threads
These processors provide an excellent balance of performance, efficiency, and reliability, making Pulcro TurnKey Mini PCs ideal for:
- Home Assistant smart home hubs
- Proxmox virtualization
- Self-hosting and home labs
- Network appliances and firewall setups
- General desktop or small business use
All Pulcro TurnKey systems are designed for reliable 24/7 operation, delivering strong performance-per-watt for modern smart home and edge computing environments.
