Compact single board computers are redefining industrial computing by merging high-end performance with small footprints. The 3.5-inch subcompact industrial SBC segment plays a key role here, offering a balance of power efficiency, flexibility, and ruggedness. The AAEON GENE-ARH6 brings Intel’s latest Core Ultra 200H/U SoCs to this compact form factor, making it suitable for edge AI, robotics, and industrial automation.
Built for demanding applications, the board combines a durable design with a range of high-speed interfaces. Its 9V–36V DC input and wide operating temperature range ensure dependable operation in harsh environments. The GENE-ARH6 also supports multi-display output, fast connectivity, and AI acceleration, all in a 146 x 101.7 mm layout that fits perfectly in embedded and industrial systems.
Previously, we covered other industrial SBCs such as the Ebyte ECB31-PB, powered by the Allwinner T113-S, and jetway’s MTX-TWL1, a fanless industrial Mini-ITX board. Feel free to check them out if you’re interested in similar products.
AAEON GENE-ARH6 Front and Back
The AAEON GENE-ARH6 3.5-inch subcompact industrial SBC Specifications:
The AAEON GENE-ARH6 is a 3.5-inch subcompact industrial SBC designed for high-performance embedded applications. It features Intel’s Core Ultra 200H/U processors with up to 16 cores and integrated Intel Arc graphics, delivering both CPU and GPU acceleration in a compact footprint. The board supports dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 96 GB, enabling fast data processing and multitasking for industrial automation, AI inference, and edge computing.
Block Diagram of Core Ultra Processors
Display wise, the GENE-ARH6 has got four concurrent video outputs of HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.0, eDP 1.4b, and LVDS. It features a Gigafit Ethernet port and two 2.5GbE ports of high-speed networking, and two USB 3.2 Gen 2 and four USB 2.0 peripherals ports. Other I/O is four serial ports (two RS-232/422/485, and two RS-232) and an 8-bit industrial control header. Storage includes options of SATA 6 Gb/s drives and a variety of M.2 slots: M-Key 2280, NVMe storage; B-Key 3052, 5G modules; E-Key 2230, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connections.
AAEON GENE-ARH6 Ports
The board is internet-exchangeable, powered by 9 V to 36 V DC, supports AT/ATX and uses TPM 2.0 security, a programmable watchdog timer and has a 753,000 hours promised life. It has a operating temperature of 0°C to 60°C, which means that it can operate well in harsh conditions. The GENE-ARH6 is a balanced platform offering both high performance, AI acceleration, and industrial grade durability in a small form factor embedded system.
AAEON GENE-ARH6 3.5-inch subcompact industrial SBC Specifications
The GENE-ARH6 supports both Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, ensuring flexibility for developers and integrators. Linux users can access BIOS tools and drivers for kernel 6.x distributions, enabling easy integration with AI frameworks, container systems, and automation stacks. The combination of CPU, GPU, and NPU acceleration supports real-time inference, robotics control, and machine vision applications efficiently.
The AAEON GENE-ARH6 3.5-inch subcompact industrial SBC is available for purchase through AAEON’s online store and global distributors. Pricing starts at around $884 USD for the Intel Core Ultra 5 model and $1,062 USD for the Ultra 7 variant. The board ships as a standalone product, with optional accessories such as cooling modules and cables offered separately. More information available on the product page and press release.
Niladri Chowdhury