FriendlyElec NanoPi M6V2: 6 TOPS AI, HDMI 2.1, M.2 Storage for $172

FriendlyElec launches NanoPi M6V2 single- board computer with Rockchip RK3588S, 6 TOPS AI, HDMI 2.1, M.2 SSD slot, and 8GB LPDDR5 RAM for $172.

FriendlyElec NanoPi M6V2: 6 TOPS AI, HDMI 2.1, M.2 Storage for $172

FriendlyElec ships a revised version of its NanoPi M6 single-board computer. The NanoPi M6V2 brings a Rockchip RK3588S SoC with AI acceleration and HDMI 2.1 output. It targets developers and hobbyists looking for a Raspberry Pi alternative.

Rockchip RK3588S powers the new board

The board measures 62 x 90 mm and uses the Rockchip RK3588S system-on-chip. That chip packs four Cortex-A76 and four Cortex-A55 cores. It also includes 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM.

Specifications

  • SoC: Rockchip RK3588S
  • CPU: 4x Cortex-A76 + 4x Cortex-A55
  • RAM: 8 GB LPDDR5
  • AI: 6 TOPS
  • Video: HDMI 2.1 up to 7680×4320 @ 60 Hz

On the AI side, the SoC delivers up to 6 TOPS for tasks like object recognition. Video output goes through HDMI 2.1, supporting resolutions up to 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz. Storage options include eMMC, an M.2 2280 SSD via PCIe 2.1, and a microSD card slot.

Networking comes via Gigabit Ethernet. An IR receiver is on board, and a 30-pin GPIO header connects sensors and actuators. The board is available now for $172 USD.

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