Processors in the Intel vPro® Platform
Intel® Core™ vPro® processors are at the heart of the Intel vPro® platform. They’re designed to deliver the responsive performance and reliable connectivity business users need to stay in the flow—and be productive all day long. Select Intel® Xeon® processors are also available as part of the platform. Look for the Intel vPro® platform brand on PCs to unlock the most value for your business.
Processors in the Intel vPro® Platform
Intel® Core™ vPro® and Intel® Xeon® Processor Benefits
Change the game in business computing. Intel® Core™ vPro® processors bring you uncompromised productivity, hardware-based security features, and a foundation for computing innovation. Features and benefits include:
- A scalable portfolio of processor options, including Intel® Core™ vPro® i9, Intel® Core™ vPro® i7, and Intel® Core™ vPro® i5 processors
- Intel® UHD Graphics with support for 4K content
- A two-channel DDR4 memory controller
- Intel® 400 Series Platform Controller Hub (PCH) with support for Thunderbolt™ technology, Intel® Optane™ memory, and integrated Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax
Select Intel® Xeon® processors with Intel® vPro® platform eligibility are also available. These processors give you superior performance for workstations and other devices that handle demanding workloads.
The Intel vPro® Platform Is Built for Business
The Intel vPro® platform is more than a processor. It’s the gold standard for business-class performance, security features, manageability, and platform stability—all in one integrated, validated system. Intel works closely with OEM partners to ensure PCs meet rigorous criteria and testing requirements for processors, graphics, chipsets, and networking. This delivers outstanding quality, reliability, and compatibility that reduces the burden on your IT team.
Business-Class PC Performance
A new PC with the 11th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® processor delivers 52 percent better Microsoft Office performance1 and 41 percent faster Office productivity during a video call.2 3
Hardware-Based Security Features
Intel® Hardware Shield provides enhanced protections against attacks below the OS and advanced threat detection capabilities for increased platform security.
Remote Management
Activate Intel® Active Management Technology to manage and repair PCs remotely. Businesses may lower the costs associated with deskside support while reducing downtime.
Platform Stability
Platform validation through the Intel® Stable IT Platform Program aims for zero hardware changes throughout the buying cycle, for at least 15 months or until the next generational release.
Learn about the Intel® Stable IT Platform Program (Intel® SIPP)
Delivering Value Across the IT Ecosystem
Business Leaders
Provide a premium computing experience that supports high productivity in your workforce.
IT Administrators
Work efficiently with remote management capabilities, hardware-enhanced security features, and platform stability.
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
Description: Gain a framework for delivering premium business computing systems to the market.
Hardware Resellers
Become a stronger partner to the businesses you service with systems designed especially for business users.
Solution or Managed Service Providers
Provide value-added PC deployment and infrastructure management services with capabilities like Intel® Active Management Technology.
Software Developers
Developers can enhance business solutions with the hardware-hardened capabilities of the Intel vPro® platform.
Choosing a Business PC
Laptops and 2 in 1s for Business
Find the ultimate combination of versatility and mobility to give your users countless ways to work.
Desktops: PCs and All-in-Ones (AIOs) for Business
Speed and style merge in sleek, clutter-free designs that offer added security.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is an Intel® Core™ vPro® Processor?
While the Intel vPro® platform is more than a processor, the processor does play a critical role in enabling the features that make these PCs built for business. Intel® Core™ vPro® processors deliver superior performance for all business use cases, plus hardware-based security features that deliver value right out of the box.
How Do I Enable Intel vPro® Platform Capabilities for Remote Management?
Most Intel vPro® platform features work right out of the box. In order to access remote management capabilities, Intel® Active Management Technology must be enabled and provisioned. Learn more about how to set up and configure Intel® Active Management Technology.
Where Can I Find Intel vPro® Platform Drivers?
You can find drivers and software for Intel® products at our download center.
How Do I Add Intel vPro® Platform Capabilities to Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)?
You can use Intel® Manageability Commander (Intel® MC) or Intel® Endpoint Management Assistant (Intel® EMA) to integrate Intel vPro® platform capabilities for remote management into Microsoft SCCM. For more information, read about Intel® Active Management Technology.
How Do I Add Intel vPro® Platform Capabilities to Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)?
You can use Intel® Manageability Commander (Intel® MC) or Intel® Endpoint Management Assistant (Intel® EMA) to integrate Intel vPro® platform capabilities for remote management into Microsoft SCCM. For more information, read about Intel® Active Management Technology.
Technical Documents
Datasheets
Specification Updates
Product and Performance Information
As measured by PC Mark 10 Application overall score 11th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® i7-1185G7 Processor vs. 8th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® i7-8650U Processor.
As measured by Productivity and Collaboration Workflow. 11th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® i7-1185G7 Processor vs. 8th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® i7-8650U Processor.
Performance varies by use, configuration and other factors. Learn more at www.intel.ca/PerformanceIndex.