CIX Technology, a Chinese company, has officially announced its new family of Armv9.2 processors, named ClawCore, designed specifically for the OpenClaw AI agent. This lineup currently features three models: ClawCore-P, ClawCore-A, and ClawCore-E. The ClawCore-P is a 12-core processor that operates at speeds up to 3.2 GHz and is equipped with the Immortalis-G720 GPU, providing an impressive AI performance of 45 TOPS and supporting up to 64 GB of LPDDR5 memory. Its specifications are reminiscent of the previously introduced 6-nanometer CIX P1 processor (CD8180), which also features 12 cores, including eight performance cores and four energy-efficient cores, albeit with slightly lower clock speeds of up to 2.8 GHz. The ClawCore-P is tailored for high parallelism and demanding performance scenarios, with shipments set to commence before the end of this month.
Furthermore, the ClawCore-A, which is expected to launch in June 2026, will have eight cores operating at 3.0 GHz and an AI performance that starts at 80 TOPS, extendable to 200 TOPS via a PCIe AI card from Huomo Intelligent Technology. Designed for continuous operation, it incorporates ECC and hardware security features, including encryption and key management. This versatility allows for a significant reduction in token costs by up to 50% due to localized inference, enabling around 80-90% of requests to be processed on the device itself, with larger models accessible through Alibaba Cloud, a project partner.
The launch of ClawCore-E, aimed at peripheral and IoT devices, is also anticipated by December 2026. This model is described as a "super-efficient" chip with cores based on Armv9.2 architecture, including an NPU for voice control capabilities.
The head of CIX Technology emphasized that the ClawCore series addresses a range of AI development and application scenarios, such as edge AI and high-performance AI. This will allow industrial partners to meet the demand for intelligent products across various platforms, including AI BOX, AI NAS, AI Mini PCs, edge AI servers, and embedded/industrial AI equipment. The company aims to assist developers in moving away from a fragmented model of AI development towards an agent-oriented approach to rethinking the design and deployment of AI applications.
CIX is also looking to build a comprehensive ecosystem around OpenClaw, planning to offer ready-to-use Linux images and software support, which would include several key offerings:
- An open center for AI agents where developers can share models and skills. - Integrated “out of the box” delivery with chips that will initially include the OpenClaw framework and optimized models. - A collaborative working mode that connects agents from various systems to form collective intelligence. - Security mechanisms with hardware encryption to protect AI agents. - System optimizations aimed at reducing power consumption for devices designed for continuous operation.
The processors will target the Arm SystemReady platform, with compatibility for operating systems such as Windows, Android, Ubuntu, Tongxin/UnionTech, and Kylin.
The launch of the ClawCore series could significantly impact the AI hardware market, providing competitive alternatives for developers and businesses looking for tailored solutions to enhance their AI capabilities.
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