Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| FPGA Chip | Gowin GW2AR-LV18QN88C8/I7 |
| Logic Elements | 20K LUTs |
| Processor Core | RISC-V (Soft Core) |
| Memory | 64MB DDR3 SDRAM |
| Storage Interface | MicroSD Card Slot |
| Video Output | Mini HDMI Port |
| Connectivity | USB Type-C for Power and Data |
| Expansion Headers | 2x 40-pin GPIO Headers |
| Onboard LEDs | 8 User-Programmable RGB LEDs |
| Supported OS | Linux, Retro Gaming Firmware |
Anonymous
Mar 24, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best entry-level FPGA board
As a student, this is the best bang for my buck. I use it for both digital logic classes and hobbyist retro gaming. The USB-C power delivery is very convenient.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great for emulation projects
I loaded up a GameBoy Advance core and it runs flawlessly via the HDMI output. The only downside is the lack of included cables, but that's expected at this price point.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent value Gowin FPGA
The GW2AR chip offers plenty of logic resources for intermediate projects. The DDR3 memory integration is a huge plus compared to smaller boards in this series.
Anonymous
Mar 10, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid hardware, learning curve exists
Hardware is top-notch. If you are new to FPGAs, be prepared to read the wiki. Once you get past the initial setup, it's a powerful little device.
Anonymous
Mar 09, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for RISC-V Learning
This board is incredibly affordable for the specs. Getting Linux running on the soft RISC-V core was a smooth experience. Great documentation from the community.
Anonymous
Mar 01, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Impressive performance
Running custom peripherals on the RISC-V core is surprisingly fast. The GPIO headers make it easy to interface with sensors and displays. Highly recommended.
Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by the HDMI output?
A: The Mini HDMI port typically supports up to 1080p at 60Hz, depending on the specific video core or operating system configuration you are using.
Q: Are the GPIO pins 5V tolerant?
A: Most GPIO banks on this board operate at 3.3V logic levels. Please refer to the schematic before connecting 5V devices to avoid potential damage.
Q: Does this board come with a power adapter?
A: No, the board is powered via USB Type-C. You will need to provide your own 5V/2A USB-C power adapter or connect it to a computer USB port.
Q: Is there support for Python development on the RISC-V core?
A: Yes, since the board can run Linux distributions like Buildroot or Debian, you can install Python and develop scripts directly on the device.
Q: Can I program this using Verilog or VHDL?
A: Yes, the board supports both Verilog and VHDL. You will need to install the Gowin EDA software suite to synthesize and upload your designs.
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