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Rockchip RK3588S SuperBrain Core Board 6 TOPS Computing Power + Octa-core GPU AIoT Chip

RK3588S Superbrain Core Board An embedded AI core board designed around Rockchip's RK3588S chipset. With its formidable octa-core CPU, high-performance GPU, and NPU delivering 6TOPS computational power, it is aptly dubbed the ‘Superbrain’ and finds broad application across diverse AIoT and intelligent edge computing scenarios.

The RK3588S incorporates multiple powerful embedded hardware engines, delivering outstanding performance for high-end applications. It supports 8K@60fps H.265 and VP9 decoders, 8K@30fps H.264 decoders, and 4K@60fps AV1 decoders. It further supports 8K@30fps H.264 and H.265 encoders, high-quality JPEG encoder/decoders, and dedicated image pre-processors and post-processors.

RK3588S Core Specifications:
Processor (CPU): Octa-core 64-bit architecture featuring 4×Cortex-A76 (big cores) + 4×Cortex-A55 (little cores)
Graphics Processor (GPU): ARM Mali-G610 MP4 quad-core GPU
AI Computing Power (NPU): Up to 6 TOPS
Video Processing Capabilities:
Decoding: Supports up to 8K@60fps (H.265/VP9/AVS2)
Encoding: Supports up to 8K@30fps (H.265/H.264)
Memory and Storage:
Memory: Supports LPDDR4/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5, with capacity options of 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
Storage: Supports eMMC storage, with capacity options of 16GB/32GB/64GB/128GB; certain designs support TF card or NVMe SSD expansion

The RK3588S Core Board is a core board product designed based on Rockchip's latest flagship AloT chip, the RK3588S platform. It employs the RK3588S octa-core 64-bit A55 processor with a maximum clock speed of 2.4GHz; supports up to 32GB of memory; and features 8K video encoding/decoding capabilities. Supports NVMe SSD storage expansion; integrates ARM Mali-G610 MP4 quad-core GPU; incorporates AI accelerator NPU delivering 6TOPS computational power. Suitable for edge computing, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, virtual/augmented reality applications.

The octa-core GPU unlocks a new dimension of ultra-high-definition graphics processing, representing one of this core board's key highlights. The core board integrates an ARM Mali-G610 MP4 octa-core GPU, supporting mainstream graphics interfaces including OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.1, and OpenCL 2.2. With graphics processing performance reaching 450 GFLOPS, it effortlessly drives multi-screen independent display capabilities. It supports 8K@60Hz ultra-high-definition display output or 4K@240Hz high-refresh-rate displays, while also delivering outstanding 2D image acceleration capabilities.

With 6TOPS of formidable AI computing power, this core board fortifies the intelligent core of AIoT devices, serving as a key enabler for industrial advancement. The core board incorporates a high-performance NPU (Neural Processing Unit) delivering 6TOPS of AI computing power. It supports mixed-precision operations across INT4, INT8, INT16, FP8, FP16, and BF16 formats, while maintaining compatibility with mainstream deep learning frameworks including TensorFlow, MXNet, PyTorch, and Caffe. This enables efficient handling of complex AI inference tasks.

With its comprehensive capabilities, this ‘RK3588S Superbrain Core Board’ holds broad application prospects across multiple cutting-edge domains:
Edge Computing: Functioning as an edge computing node, it performs AI inference locally (such as image recognition and object detection), reducing reliance on cloud services and enhancing response speeds. This makes it suitable for intelligent security systems, industrial quality inspection, and similar applications.
Intelligent Robotics: Serving as the central controller for service robots and humanoid robots, it handles complex tasks including voice interaction, facial recognition, SLAM mapping, and path planning.
AIoT Smart Devices: Deployed in AI tablets, intelligent kiosks, smart shopping guides, and facial recognition payment terminals to deliver localised AI capabilities.
Digital Multimedia Terminals: Utilised in premium digital signage, 8K video conferencing terminals, cloud PCs, and AR/VR equipment, leveraging its robust 8K video encoding/decoding and multi-screen display capabilities.

As a vital component of Rockchip's AIoT chip ecosystem, the RK3588S SuperBrain Core Board is designed to align precisely with industry requirements. It leverages the advantages of an octa-core GPU and high computational power while maintaining low power consumption, making it suitable for diverse applications including edge computing, smart terminals, and industrial control. Its core value lies in resolving the contradiction between high computing power and miniaturisation, enabling terminal devices to handle complex intelligent tasks while achieving compact designs. This provides a cost-effective core solution for the large-scale implementation of the AIoT industry.

Mingjiada Electronics maintains long-term supply of the RK3588S Superbrain Core Board featuring an octa-core GPU and 6TOPS computational power. Visit Mingjiada Electronics' official website (https://www.integrated-ic.com/) for further product information on the RK3588S.