ROC-RK3588-RT Router Board

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Introduction

ROC-RK3588-RT, Octa-Core 8K AI Mini SBC with Ethernet Ports, Powered by Rockchip RK3588, a new-gen flagship octa-core 64-bit processor, this mini SBC features a clock frequency of up to
2.4GHz, an NPU with 6 TOPS  computing power, and up to 32GB of RAM. It supports multiple operating systems, 8K video encoding and decoding, 2.5G/dual Gigabit Ethernet, M.2 WiFi slot, 8K HDMI, and 8K DP output. This device offers a wide range of expansion interfaces, such as M.2 SATA, PCIe, and USB 3.0/2.0.

Features

1. Octa-core 64-bit RK3588 CPU (2.4GHz, 6 TOPS NPU, 32GB RAM) for powerful processing.
2. 8K video, JPEG encoders/decoders, dedicated image preprocessor; 3D GPU supports OpenGLES, OpenCL, and Vulkan for advanced multimedia.
3. Diverse interfaces (multi-video out, USB ports, HDMI input, high-speed wireless) for versatility in applications like ARM PCs, edge computing, and cloud servers.
4. Supports Android, Linux, and other OSes, granting developers flexibility in choosing project-specific environments.
5. Energy-efficient with 8nm process, Rockchip power management; maintains high performance while minimizing consumption, suited for extended use.

Shipping List

ROC-RK3588-RT Model
1x ROC-RK3588-RT Standard Kit

With EXT-2.5GE-RK3588-RT Extend Board
1x ROC-RK3588-RT Standard Kit
1x EXT-2.5GE-RK3588-RT Extend Board

Only EXT-2.5GE-RK3588-RT Extend Board
1x EXT-2.5GE-RK3588-RT Extend Board

Applications

Arm PCs, mini PCs, NAS, edge computing systems, cloud servers, smart NVRs, and industrial control systems may benefit from multiple Ethernet interfaces.

Specification

• SoC
  • Rockchip RK3588 octa-core processor with
    • CPU – 4x Cortex‑A76  cores @ up to 2.4 GHz, 4x Cortex‑A55 core @ 1.8 GHz
    • GPU – Arm Mali-G610 MP4 “Odin” GPU @ 1.0 GHz
    • Video decoder – 8Kp60 H.265, VP9, AVS2, 8Kp30 H.264 AVC/MVC, 4Kp60 AV1, 1080p60 MPEG-2/-1, VC-1, VP8
    • Video encoder – 8Kp30 H.265/H.264 video encoder
    • AI accelerator – 6 TOPS NPU
  • Rockchip RK3588J – Same as above but the Cortex-A76 cores are up to 2.2 GHz for the industrial temperature range
• System Memory – 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB LPDDR4/LPDDR4x/LPDDR5
• Storage
  • 32GB, 64GB, or 128GB eMMC flash
  • M.2 SATA / PCIe 2242 NVMe SSD
  • MicroSD card slot
• Video Output
  • HDMI 2.1 up to 8Kp60
  • HDMI 2.0 up to 4Kp60
  • USB-C port for DisplayPort 1.4 up to 8Kp30
• Audio – 3.5mm audio jack, digital audio via HDMI
• Networking
  • 2.5GbE RJ45 ports
  • 2x gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports
  • Optional WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 via M.2 E-Key 2230 socket
• USB – 1x USB 3.0 port (up to 1A), 1x USB 2.0 port (up to 500mA), 1x USB-C 3.0 OTG port with DisplayPort Alt mode
• Expansion
  • M.2 SATA/PCIe 2242 socket for SSD
  • M.2 E-Key 2230 socket for WiFI and Bluetooth module
  • 60-pin “BTB” connector with 2x 4-lane PCIe 3.0, 2x UART, 1x USB 2.0, 1x CAN bus, 1x SARADC, GPIOs
    • PCIe configurations:
      • 1x 4-lane PCIe 3.0 (RC (Root Complex) or EP (End Point)) or
      • 1x 2-lane PCIe3.0 (RC or EP) + 1x 2-lane PCIe 3.0 (RC) or
      • 1x 2-lane PCIe 3.0 (RC or EP) + 1x 1-lane PCIe 3.0 (RC) or
      • 4x 1-lane PCIe 3.0 (RC)
• Power Supply – 12V DC via 5.5/2.1mm power barrel jack
• Dimensions – 108.48 x 74.98mm
• Temperature Range
  • Commercial: -20°C to +60°C (RK3588)
  • Industrial: -40°C to 85°C (RK3588J)
• Humidity – 10% to 90% RH non-condensing

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