RDK X3 High-Performance AI Module, 5 TOPS Computing Power, Compatible with Raspberry Pi CM4
RDK X3 High-Performance AI Module, 5 TOPS Computing Power, Compatible with Raspberry Pi CM4
D-Robotics RDK X3 AI Module
5 TOPS AI Computing Power


The RDK X3 AI Module is a fully-featured, high-performance intelligent module equipped with the D-Robotics X3 high-performance AI chip, delivering both general-purpose and AI computing power at the edge. Compatible with Raspberry Pi CM4, enabling quick integration and rapid product deployment for users. The module features a quad-core Cortex A53 ARM processor, supports 5TOPS computing power. It also supports 4K@60fps video encoding and decoding, providing a high-quality video experience.
The main interfaces include HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, MIPI CSI, and MIPI DSI for diverse peripheral connectivity. Provides options for Wireless / RAM / eMMC. Users can select different specifications based on their specific requirements, enabling more flexible and efficient solutions.
Specifications
| CPU | Quad-core Cortex-A53 64-bit SoC @ 1.5GHz |
| BPU | 5 TOPS |
| RAM | Options for 2GB / 4GB LPDDR4 |
| Storage | Options for 16GB / 32GB / 64GB eMMC Flash |
| Connectivity | Optional dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2, with external antenna connector |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet port |
| USB | 1 × USB 3.0 interface |
| GPIO | 28 × GPIO pins |
| SD Card | SD card interface |
| Display | 1 × HDMI (1080p@60) 1 × MIPI DSI (1080p@60) |
| Camera | 2 × 2-lane MIPI CSI 1 × 4-lane MIPI CSI |
| Multimedia | 4Kp60 H.264 / H.265, MJPEG |
| Power Input | 5V / 3A DC |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C |
Variant Options
| Model | Wireless | RAM (Options) | eMMC Flash |
| RDK X3 MD | Yes | 2GB | 32GB |
| RDK X3 MD | Yes | 4GB | 32GB |
High-Performance AI Core
Quad-core Cortex A53 64-bit processor, BPU 5 TOPS AI computing power

High-Speed Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Onboard dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module AP6253, enabling seamless connectivity anytime and anywhere

Supports External Antenna

* for reference only, please refer to the package content for detailed part list.
What's On Board

Compatible with CM4-IO-BASE-B
The CM4-IO-BASE-B is a Raspberry Pi CM4 baseboard launched by Waveshare, compatible with RDK X3 Module. It can serve as a development system for the RDK X3 Module, or be integrated as a carrier board into end products, helping users quickly verify and develop products by connecting Raspberry Pi HATs and modules.

Note: Some interface resources on the baseboard are unavailable, please refer to the actual core MODULE resources for details.
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Outline Dimensions

Resources & Services
Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/RDK_X3_MD
Package Content
RDK X3 MD Module x 1
(RAM: 2GB/4GB OPTIONS)






Description
D-Robotics RDK X3 AI Module
5 TOPS AI Computing Power


The RDK X3 AI Module is a fully-featured, high-performance intelligent module equipped with the D-Robotics X3 high-performance AI chip, delivering both general-purpose and AI computing power at the edge. Compatible with Raspberry Pi CM4, enabling quick integration and rapid product deployment for users. The module features a quad-core Cortex A53 ARM processor, supports 5TOPS computing power. It also supports 4K@60fps video encoding and decoding, providing a high-quality video experience.
The main interfaces include HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, MIPI CSI, and MIPI DSI for diverse peripheral connectivity. Provides options for Wireless / RAM / eMMC. Users can select different specifications based on their specific requirements, enabling more flexible and efficient solutions.
Specifications
| CPU | Quad-core Cortex-A53 64-bit SoC @ 1.5GHz |
| BPU | 5 TOPS |
| RAM | Options for 2GB / 4GB LPDDR4 |
| Storage | Options for 16GB / 32GB / 64GB eMMC Flash |
| Connectivity | Optional dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2, with external antenna connector |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet port |
| USB | 1 × USB 3.0 interface |
| GPIO | 28 × GPIO pins |
| SD Card | SD card interface |
| Display | 1 × HDMI (1080p@60) 1 × MIPI DSI (1080p@60) |
| Camera | 2 × 2-lane MIPI CSI 1 × 4-lane MIPI CSI |
| Multimedia | 4Kp60 H.264 / H.265, MJPEG |
| Power Input | 5V / 3A DC |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C |
Variant Options
| Model | Wireless | RAM (Options) | eMMC Flash |
| RDK X3 MD | Yes | 2GB | 32GB |
| RDK X3 MD | Yes | 4GB | 32GB |
High-Performance AI Core
Quad-core Cortex A53 64-bit processor, BPU 5 TOPS AI computing power

High-Speed Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Onboard dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module AP6253, enabling seamless connectivity anytime and anywhere

Supports External Antenna

* for reference only, please refer to the package content for detailed part list.
What's On Board

Compatible with CM4-IO-BASE-B
The CM4-IO-BASE-B is a Raspberry Pi CM4 baseboard launched by Waveshare, compatible with RDK X3 Module. It can serve as a development system for the RDK X3 Module, or be integrated as a carrier board into end products, helping users quickly verify and develop products by connecting Raspberry Pi HATs and modules.

Note: Some interface resources on the baseboard are unavailable, please refer to the actual core MODULE resources for details.
Product Show

Outline Dimensions

Resources & Services
Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/RDK_X3_MD
Package Content
RDK X3 MD Module x 1
(RAM: 2GB/4GB OPTIONS)
























