Attributes

Brand	-
Category	Electronic Components / Maker DIY / Development Boards & Control Boards
Origin	-
Processor	Rockchip RK3588S Octa-Core
CPU Architecture	4x Cortex-A76 + 4x Cortex-A55
GPU	Mali-G610 MP4
RAM	8GB LPDDR4X
Storage Options	MicroSD Slot + eMMC 5.1 Module
Network Connectivity	Gigabit Ethernet + Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0
GPIO Header	40-pin Raspberry Pi Compatible
Video Output	2x Micro HDMI, 1x USB-C (DP)
Power Supply	5V/3A USB-C

5 reviews

Anonymous

Mar 10, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for Robotics Projects

The GPIO pins work perfectly with my sensors. The compatibility with Raspberry Pi libraries made migrating my existing code very easy. Highly recommended for hobbyists.

Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 3/5

Steep Learning Curve

Hardware is solid, but the documentation could be better. Had some trouble finding the right device tree overlays for specific peripherals. Support was helpful eventually.

Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Impressive Speed for the Size

This board handles 4K video decoding smoothly. I used it for a media center project and it outperforms my older Pi setups significantly. Boot times are fast with the eMMC module.

Anonymous

Feb 04, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good Value but Runs Warm

Great performance for the price point. However, it does get quite warm under sustained load. I recommend buying a heatsink or fan separately if you plan to push the CPU hard.

Anonymous

Jan 20, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Better than Expected

I was skeptical about switching from Raspberry Pi, but the RK3588S chip is a beast. AI inference tasks run much faster here. Great alternative for advanced users.

5 FAQ

Q: Can I power this board using a standard phone charger?

A: Yes, provided the charger supports 5V/3A output via USB-C. Using a lower amperage charger may cause instability under load.

Q: Is there an M.2 slot for NVMe SSD storage?

A: Yes, there is an M.2 PCIe slot available for NVMe SSD expansion, offering much faster storage speeds than MicroSD cards.

Q: Is the GPIO header 3.3V or 5V logic?

A: The GPIO header operates at 3.3V logic levels. Please ensure your peripherals are compatible to avoid damaging the board.

Q: Which operating systems are supported on this board?

A: The ROCK 5A supports Ubuntu, Debian, Android, and various community-built Linux distributions. Please check our wiki for the latest image downloads.

Q: Does this board require active cooling?

A: Passive cooling is sufficient for basic tasks. For heavy workloads like AI inference or video transcoding, we recommend active cooling or a large heatsink.

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