Download Ubuntu for Intel IoT platforms

Accelerate industrial compute with Ubuntu on Intel processors

The entire family of industrial-grade Ubuntu images optimized for Intel IoT hardware, from Core to Desktop and Server, are available for download across a wide range of Intel platforms.

Turnkey solutions

Ubuntu images that work out-of-the-box
Optimized for Intel

Optimized Linux with unique Intel features
Maintained for long life

10+ years of security maintenance and support
Backed by Intel’s partner ecosystem

Support from leading ODMs and hardware partners

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Watch the joint webinar by Intel and Canonical on how optimized Ubuntu on next-gen SoCs accelerates IoT adoption ›

Real-time Ubuntu optimized for Intel SoCs

Optimized Real-time Ubuntu is now production-ready on:

Intel Atom® X6000E Series Processors (codename Elkhart Lake)
11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (codename Tiger Lake)
12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (codename Alder Lake S and Alder Lake N)
13th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (codename Raptor Lake S and Raptor Lake P)

Coupled with Intel® Time Coordinated Computing (Intel® TCC) and Time Sensitive Networking (IEEE TSN), the real-time Ubuntu kernel delivers industrial-grade performance to the time-bound workloads of industrial enterprises.

Watch the joint webinar by Canonical and Intel on how real-time Ubuntu on Intel accelerates industrial transformation ›

Long-term security updates for real-time Ubuntu on Intel SoCs are available via Ubuntu Pro, Canonical’s enterprise security and compliance subscription, covering all aspects of open infrastructure.

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Download Ubuntu for your Intel hardware

Intel’s portfolio of edge-ready compute and connectivity technologies make it easy to deploy edge applications quickly. Enhanced for IoT, they enable processing at the edge to get critical insights and business value from your data with compute resources where you need them most.

Below you will find links for the production-grade family of Ubuntu images optimized for Intel processors, along with installation instructions.

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Intel® Atom® Processor X7000 Series

The Intel Atom® x7000 processor series offers power-efficient, rugged performance with up to eight E-cores, 32 execution units, and built-in AI capabilities. Tuned for deep learning, it’s designed for harsh environments and latency-sensitive Industry 4.0 applications, delivering efficient performance where it’s needed most.

Read about the x7000RE Series ›
Read about the x7000C Series for Networking ›

Ubuntu Core

Immutable Linux OS optimized for IoT and edge embedded systems.

Download Core 24

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Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 24.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet

Download 24.04 LTS

Intel® Core™ Ultra

The PS Series Intel® Core™ Ultra processors boost edge AI with multiple compute engines, an Intel® Arc™ GPU, and Intel® AI Boost NPU. A versatile LGA socket SoC delivers full performance at 65W, driving AI and graphics across industries—from generative AI in retail to AI-assisted workflows in healthcare.

Read the product brief ›
Read the PS Series product brief ›

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 24.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet

Download 24.04 LTS

Intel® Atom® X7000E Processors Series

Intel’s Alder Lake-N series SoCs, based on Tremont architecture, feature up to 8 CPU cores, Wi-Fi 6E, GNA 3.0 noise suppression, and integrated IPU and MIPI camera support. With Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+), they offer fast, reliable connectivity for smooth streaming and video calls. Designed for low power, they excel in efficiency for budget notebooks and desktops.

Read the product brief ›

Ubuntu Core

Immutable Linux OS optimized for IoT and edge embedded systems

Download Core 22

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS

13th Gen Intel® Core™

The 13th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors offer up to 24 cores (8 P-cores, 16 E-cores) and 32 threads, reaching 5.8 GHz with Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. With PCIe 5.0, DDR5 up to 5600 MT/s, and overclocking support, they deliver faster performance. Backward compatibility with Intel 600/700 series chipsets ensures flexible upgrades.

Read the product brief ›

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS

12th Gen Intel® Core™

The 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (Alder Lake) are the first to feature performance hybrid architecture, optimizing workloads, AI, and video. With a flexible lineup of desktop and mobile options, they enable deployment success and drive value across IoT sectors like smart retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and security.

Read the platform brief ›

Ubuntu Core

Immutable Linux OS optimized for IoT and edge embedded systems

Download Core 22

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS

Intel® Xeon® D Series

As edge computing advances, demand for high-performance, IoT-focused processors grows. Intel® Xeon® D-1700 and D-2700 deliver server-class computing, security, and high bandwidth. With integrated Ethernet, AI acceleration, and real-time support, they’re built for IoT and edge applications.

Read the platform brief ›

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS

Intel® Atom® X6000E Series

To support the next generation of IoT edge devices, Intel has developed a new line of processors enhanced for IoT—The Intel Atom x6000E Series, Intel® Pentium®, and Intel® Celeron® N and J Series processors (formerly known as Elkhart Lake). These processors build on new levels of CPU, and graphics performances with integrated IoT features, real-time performance, manageability, security, and functional safety.

Read the platform brief ›

Ubuntu Core

Immutable Linux OS optimized for IoT and edge embedded systems

Download Core 22 Download Core 20

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS Download 20.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS Download 20.04 LTS

11th Gen Intel® Core™

11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors deliver a balance of performance and responsiveness in a low-power platform built on Intel’s third-generation 10nm process technology. Engineered to deliver for IoT markets, these processors can support low-latency and time-sensitive applications, and have the power to run multiple workloads including AI and deep learning applications on a single platform.

Read the platform brief ›

Ubuntu Core

Immutable Linux OS optimized for IoT and edge embedded systems

Download Core 22 Download Core 20

Ubuntu Desktop

Modern and performant, with a rich ecosystem of applications.

Download 22.04 LTS Download 20.04 LTS

Ubuntu Server

Designed and engineered as a backbone for the internet.

Download 22.04 LTS Download 20.04 LTS

Hardware Certification Program

Canonical partners with leading device manufacturers to validate the same Ubuntu image across a wide variety of boards offering a great out-of-the-box experience for your customized needs.

Learn more about Ubuntu certified devices ›