Which CPUs does the Intel Q170 chipset support?
The Intel Q170 chipset supports Intel Skylake and Kaby Lake processors. It is used on LGA 1151 rev 1 motherboards. Check with the motherboard manufacturer's technical support to confirm which CPUs a specific board supports and which BIOS version it needs.
Key Q170 chipset details
The Q170 chipset has an integrated MAC for Ethernet. It comes in a 23mm x 23mm form factor. It works with the LGA 1151 socket and Skylake and Kaby Lake processors. Support for a given CPU also depends on the BIOS version of the board.
| Item | Intel Q170 |
|---|---|
| Processor families | Skylake, Kaby Lake |
| CPU socket | LGA 1151 rev 1 |
| Ethernet | Integrated MAC |
| Form factor | 23mm x 23mm |
Typical uses
Q170 motherboards are used in business desktops and workstations that need Intel processors with a matching chipset. Buyers should confirm CPU compatibility and BIOS version before installing a processor.
Thinvent products and Intel processors
The Thinvent range does not include Skylake or Kaby Lake processors or the LGA 1151 socket. Thinvent products use newer Intel processors instead. The range includes Intel Core i3-1215U, i5-1240P, i7-1255U, i5-1335U, and Core 5 120U processors in Industrial PC IPC3 and IPC5 and Aero Mini PC models. It also includes the Intel N5095A in the Treo Mini PC. Each product lists its processor, core count, frequency, cache, memory and storage on its product page.
Thinvent® product range
Thinvent® Industrial PC IPC5, IPC3, Aero Mini PC and Treo Mini PC models use Intel processors from the 11th to 14th generation. Choose a model by processor, memory, storage and wireless option.
