Radxa has introduced the
ROCK 5T, a small single-board computer (SBC) driven by the Rockchip RK3588
processor. This latest entry in Radxa's collection seeks to compress the
features of the ROCK 5 ITX mini-ITX motherboard into a compact 110 x 80mm size,
rendering it an adaptable option for embedded systems and industrial uses.Key
Features and Specifications
Processing Power and Graphics
The ROCK 5T is equipped with an octa-core Rockchip RK3588 or RK3588J
processor, consisting of four Cortex-A76 cores (operating at a maximum of 2.2
GHz for industrial and 2.4 GHz for commercial versions) and four Cortex-A55
cores (peaking at up to 1.8 GHz). It features an Arm Mali-G610MC4 GPU that
supports high-resolution graphics and video processing, along with a built-in
AI accelerator that can provide 6 TOPS of performance.
Users have the ability to set up the SBC with RAM choices that range from 4GB to 32GB of LPDDR5 memory. Storage options comprise two M.2 2280 slots compatible with PCIe 3.0 x2 NVMe SSDs, a microSD card slot, and an optional integrated eMMC module varying from 16GB to 128GB. An SPI flash choice is additionally accessible for bootloader assistance.
Display and Multimedia
The ROCK 5T supports multiple display configurations with its diverse set of
outputs:
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Two HDMI ports (one supporting 8Kp60, the other
up to 4Kp60)
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A USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode (4Kp60
output)
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A 4-lane MIPI DSI interface
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An eDP interface with touchscreen support
For video input, the board includes an HDMI input capable of 4Kp60 capture
and two MIPI CSI connectors, which can be configured as four 2-lane CSI inputs.
Connectivity and Networking
The board is designed to offer robust networking capabilities, featuring:
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Two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports (one with optional PoE
support)
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WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 (commercial version)
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WiFi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3 (industrial version)
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An M.2 Key-B slot for 4G/5G cellular modules
with a Nano SIM card slot
USB and Expansion
For peripheral connectivity, the board provides:
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Two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports
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Two USB 2.0 Type-A ports
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One USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C OTG/Host port
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Two additional USB 2.0 ports via a front USB
header
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A 40-pin Raspberry Pi-compatible GPIO header for
expansion
Power and Cooling
Powering the board is made convenient with multiple options, including a 12V
DC power jack, a 24-pin ATX power connector, and an additional PoE module
header. A PWM fan connector ensures effective cooling for demanding workloads.
Differences from ROCK 5 ITX and ROCK 5B+ In contrast to
the larger ROCK 5 ITX, the ROCK 5T eliminates the 24-pin ATX connector, front
panel header, and four SATA ports, while keeping high-performance attributes in
a smaller design. In contrast to the ROCK 5B+, it features an additional 2.5GbE
port, a PoE module in place of a HAT, and uses a 12V DC power supply instead of
USB-C.
The ROCK 5T is compatible with Debian-based Radxa OS
and Android, providing versatility for various applications. The commercial
version can be bought for $139.50 for the 16GB variant and $219.50 for the 32GB
variant.
Featuring a compact design and robust capabilities, the ROCK 5T offers an appealing choice for embedded computing, AI processing, and industrial automation.
The ROCK 5T supports the same software as its predecessors, running on a Debian-based Radxa OS and Android. For more details, visit the documentation website and the productpage. The commercial version of the ROCK 5T SBC is available for purchase on AraceTech at $139.50 for the 16GB RAM variant and $219.50 for the 32GB RAM variant. If you're unfamiliar with the ROCK 5 ITX+, you can find it on AliExpress along with additional information on its productpage.
