FriendlyElec NanoPi M5 SBC - 6 TOPS NPU, 8K@30fps Video Decoding, MIPI-CSI, Industrial & IoT Ready

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Introduction

Features

1. [High-performance Processor and Memory]
   • Powered by the Rockchip RK3576 processor with 4 Cortex-A72 cores (up to 2.2GHz) and 4 Cortex-A53 cores (up to 2.0GHz), plus a 6 TOPS INT8 NPU for robust computing. Available in 4GB/8GB/16GB LPDDR4X memory versions to ensure smooth system operation.
2. [Rich Interfaces and Connection Options]
   • Features dual GbE ports, HDMI 2.0, MIPI-CSI, a 30-pin multi-functional interface (supporting I2C, UART, PWM, etc.), 2 USB 3.0 ports, and an M.2 SDIO socket, enabling easy connections for various peripheral devices.
3. [Strong AI and Multimedia Capabilities]
   • The integrated NPU accelerates AI computing, supporting frameworks like TensorFlow Lite and efficiently running models like YOLOv5s. It supports 8K@30fps and 4K@120fps video decoding and 4K@60fps encoding for high-quality video applications.
4. [Multi-OS Support and Compatibility]
   • Compatible with Android 14, Debian, Ubuntu, FriendlyWrt, Buildroot, OpenMediaVault, and supports Docker applications, offering flexibility for development and deployment.
5. [Compact Design and Environmental Adaptability]
   • With board dimensions of 90×62×1.6mm and a case size of 94.5×68×30mm, it's compact and easy to integrate. It can operate stably at up to 70℃, making it suitable for harsh environments like industrial sites and outdoor equipment.
     
     

Shipping List

• Bare board
  NanoPi M5 motherboard ×1
• Basic Kit
  NanoPi M5 motherboard ×1
  32GB MicroSD card x1
  Type-C to USB-A Male 2.0 Cable x1
  Metal Case x1
• Dev Kit
  Basic Kit x1
  USB to TTL adapter x1
  
  
  
  

Applications

NanoPi M5 excels in industrial control, robotics, smart security, and edge AI applications due to its robust performance and versatile connectivity.

Specification

• SoC: Rockchip RK3576
  • CPU: Octa-core ARM processor with 4× Cortex-A72 cores and 4× Cortex-A53 cores
  • GPU: ARM Mali-G52 MC3, supports OpenGL ES 1.1, 2.0, 3.2, Vulkan 1.2, and OpenCL 2.0
  • VPU: 8K@30fps H.265/VP9 video decoder, 4K@60fps video encoder
  • NPU: 6 TOPS*@INT8 supports INT4, INT8, INT16, FP16, BF16, TF32 mixed operation
• RAM: 4GB LPDDR4X / 8GB LPDDR5
• Flash:
  • UFS2.0 (optional)
  • 16MB SPI Nor Flash
• Network:
  • 2x 1Gbps Ethernet
  • Optional M.2 SDIO Wi-Fi
• USB: Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
• M.2 Connectors
  • one M.2 M-Key connector with PCIe 2.1 x1 for SSDs
  • one M.2 E-KEY SDIO connector
• microSD: support UHS-I
• Video input:
  • 2x 4-lane MIPI-CSI V1.2
• Video output:
  • 1x Standard HDMI output port
  • support HDMI1.4 and HDMI2.0 operation
  • Support up to 10-bit Deep Color modes
  • Support up to 1080p@120Hz and 4096x2304@60Hz
  • Support 3-D video formats
  • 1x 4-lane MIPI-DSI, compatible with MIPI DPHY 2.0 or CPHY 1.1
• Audio:
  • 1x 3.5mm jack for stereo headphone output
  • 1x 2.0mm PH-2A connector for analog microphone input
• GPIO:
  • 30-pin 2.54mm header connector
  • up to 2x SPIs, 4x UARTs, 3x I2Cs, 1x SPDIFs, 5x PWMs, 20x GPIOs
• Debug: one Debug UART, 3 Pin 2.54mm header, 3.3V level, 1500000bps
• LEDs: 3 x GPIO Controlled LED (SYS, LED1, LED2)
• others:
  • 2 Pin 1.27/1.25mm RTC battery input connector for low power RTC IC HYM8563TS
  • Buttons: MASK, User, Recovery, Power
  • Boot Mode Switch
  • Power-On Mode Jumper
  • One 5V Fan connector
• Power supply: USB-C, supports PD and DC, 6V~20V input
• PCB: 8 Layer, 90x62x1.6 mm
• Ambient Operating Temperature: 0℃ to 70℃

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