congatec Introduces New Edge AI Computer Module

conga-TC300 brings dedicated AI acceleration to low-power embedded applications

Apr. 20, 2026 at 10:21am

A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of a computer module with various illuminated components, representing the powerful yet energy-efficient nature of the conga-TC300 edge AI hardware.The conga-TC300 brings dedicated AI acceleration to cost-optimized embedded computing applications, enabling the next generation of intelligent edge devices.San Diego Today

congatec, a leading provider of embedded and edge computing technology, has introduced the conga-TC300 Computer-on-Module (COM) in the COM Express Compact form factor. The new module is based on Intel Core Series 3 processors and brings dedicated AI acceleration capabilities to the low-power and entry-level segment of x86-based embedded and industrial edge applications.

Why it matters

The conga-TC300 provides a reliable upgrade path for OEMs looking to add new AI features to their embedded applications, such as autonomous guided vehicles, intelligent machine controls, patient monitoring systems, and more. By offering cost- and energy-efficient AI performance, the module enables developers to easily equip their products with capabilities like local voice or gesture control, AI-assisted object recognition, and natural language processing.

The details

The conga-TC300 integrates up to 64 GB of DDR memory, up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a range of connectivity options including 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, USB4, USB3.2, and SATA. It features up to two Performance cores and four Low Power Efficient cores, delivering up to 5 TOPS of AI performance thanks to Intel's 18A process technology. The module also includes a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of up to 18 TOPS, as well as up to two Xe3 graphics cores for GPGPU-accelerated AI applications.

  • congatec introduced the conga-TC300 on April 20, 2026.

The players

congatec

A leading provider of embedded and edge computing technology, and the company that introduced the conga-TC300 module.

Intel

The semiconductor company whose Core Series 3 processors power the conga-TC300 module, providing dedicated AI acceleration capabilities.

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What they’re saying

“With the conga-TC300, we are opening up a reliable upgrade path to new AI capabilities with up to ten years of availability for low-power and lightweight AI applications.”

— Jürgen Jungbauer, Senior Product Line Manager at congatec

What’s next

congatec plans to make the conga-TC300 module available to OEMs and developers in the coming months, providing a cost-effective way to add dedicated AI acceleration to their embedded and edge computing products.

The takeaway

The conga-TC300 represents a significant advancement in bringing powerful AI capabilities to the low-power and entry-level segment of the embedded computing market, enabling OEMs to easily integrate features like machine vision, natural language processing, and more into their products.