Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Impressive AI performance for the price
The K230 module handles object detection models smoothly. The 6 TOPS capability is real, and setting up CanMV was straightforward. Great for prototyping vision projects.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Processor | Dual-core RISC-V 64-bit K230 |
| AI Performance | Up to 6 TOPS INT8 |
| Camera Interface | MIPI CSI (Supports up to 8MP) |
| Memory | 512MB LPDDR4 |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot (up to 128GB) |
| Connectivity | USB Type-C, GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART |
| Software Support | CanMV, Python, C/C++ SDK |
| Power Supply | 5V via USB Type-C |
| Dimensions | 65mm x 40mm x 12mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Impressive AI performance for the price
The K230 module handles object detection models smoothly. The 6 TOPS capability is real, and setting up CanMV was straightforward. Great for prototyping vision projects.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to get started with CanMV
I was worried about the learning curve, but the CanMV IDE connects easily. Running face recognition took less than an hour from unboxing. Fantastic product for beginners.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning edge AI
As a student, this board is affordable and powerful enough to run large models locally. The Python support makes it easy to transition from PC-based testing to embedded deployment.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid board, documentation could be better
Hardware is excellent and the camera interface works well with standard sensors. However, some English translations in the docs are a bit rough. Still, community support helps fill the gaps.
Anonymous
Mar 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable for industrial inspection prototypes
We used this for a quick proof-of-concept on an assembly line defect detector. The stability over 48 hours of continuous running was impressive. Highly recommended for evaluation.
Anonymous
Mar 02, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value, runs hot under load
The performance is unmatched in this price range. Just note that it gets warm when running heavy neural networks, so adding a small heatsink is advisable for enclosed projects.
Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by the camera interface?
A: The MIPI CSI interface supports cameras up to 8 megapixels. It is commonly paired with GC2145 or OV5640 sensors for optimal performance.
Q: Can I deploy TensorFlow Lite models directly?
A: The board primarily uses the CanMV framework which supports ONNX and model formats converted via our toolchain. Direct TFLite support requires conversion to the supported format first.
Q: Does this board support WiFi out of the box?
A: No, the K230 module itself does not have built-in WiFi. You can connect an external USB WiFi dongle or use the GPIO pins to interface with a separate WiFi module like ESP8266.
Q: Is a power adapter included in the package?
A: The package includes the development board and a USB data cable. A dedicated 5V power adapter is not included, but you can power it via any standard USB port or phone charger.
Q: How do I update the firmware on the K230?
A: Firmware updates are performed using the MaixHub flashing tool or via the command line in the CanMV IDE. Detailed steps are available in the 'Getting Started' section of our wiki.