RDK X5 Development Board
Simple and Easy-to-Use
Powered by the 10 TOPS Sunrise 5 chip, the D-Robotics RDK X5 is an all-in-one development kit for intelligent computing and robotics. With versatile interfaces and support for advanced models like Transformer, RWKV, Occupancy, and Stereo Perception, it accelerates the deployment of cutting-edge AI applications.
Rich Interfaces, Convenient and Easy to Use
Powerful AI Computing Power and Algorithms
High cost-effective intelligent computing platform
Supports deployment of large models such as Transformer, RWKV, and CLIP on the edge to empower robots with advanced intelligence
Natively supports the Volcano Engine’s LLM Gateway with free traffic included, exploring the deep intelligence of robots through the end-cloud integration models
Provides dedicated and efficient algorithms such as Occupancy, Stereo, Perception, YOLO, World, etc., open-source, one-click deployment ready
From CPU to BPU, a comprehensive performance leap significantly enhances the execution speed of intelligent algorithms, providing exceptional computational support for robots
Advantageous Algorithm Matrix
Providing Innovative Solutions for the Robot Era
From intelligent perception to autonomous decision-making, cutting-edge algorithms inject core power into the robotics industry, helping achieve precise and efficient technological breakthroughs.
A Minimalist Robotics Development Experience
One Type-C cable can handle hundreds of applications
A single Type-C cable covers the entire development process including system programming, demo execution, application development, desktop display, and hardware monitoring, without the need for complex peripherals and wiring
RDK is not only a development board, but also a full-stack robotics development platform featuring RDK OS, RDK Nodehub, RDK Studio, and RDK Cloud, making robotics development easier
Onboard rich robotics development interfaces such as mono/stereo MIPI, USB3.0 × 4, CAN, audio/video, and PWM, etc, eliminating the need for external conversion modules
A New Way to Upgrade Boards
Automatically update the latest RDK OS; a single data cable is all you need for a quick board upgrade
![]() Find the card slot on the back of the board and insert the TF card. |
![]() Use a Type-C cable to connect the board to the computer. |
![]() First, press and hold the switch of the board, and then connect to the computer at the same time. |
![]() Use another Type-C cable to connect the board to the power supply; release after powering on for 3-5 seconds. |
Quick Application Startup
One-click startup of built-in applications on the board, allowing you to focus on development work
Unified Management of Your Development Boards
After adding the board to the software, you can quickly retrieve the status of each board
Comprehensive Community Ecosystem Support
Empowering your robotics journey every step of the way
With hundreds of accessories and robotics kits, we’re building a rich and diverse ecosystem
Join a community of over 100,000 developers — where experts gather, questions get answered, and support is always within reach
With rich content and diverse competitions, from theory to hands-on practice, helping you stay ahead of industry trends and enhancing your technical skills
NodeHub
Intelligent Robot Application Center
An intelligent robotics application center tailored for robotics enthusiasts, aiming to empower them to develop their own intelligent robots in a simpler, more efficient, and open manner
Outline dimensions
Specifications
Specification | Model (4GB) | Model (8GB) |
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CPU | Octa-core Cortex A55 | |
BPU | 10 TOPS | |
RAM | 4GB | 8GB |
Storage | Onboard 1Gbit NAND, TF card slot (UHS-I mode) | |
Connectivity | 4 × USB 3.0 Host Type-A 1 × USB 2.0 Device Type-C 1 × USB 2.0 UART Micro-B 1 × CAN FD 40-PIN header (28 GPIOs, 3.3V logic, supports SPI, I2C, I2S, PWM, UART, etc.) |
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Display | 1 × 4-lane MIPI DSI (MIPI V1.2) 1 × HDMI Type-A (up to 1080P@60fps) |
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Camera | 2 × 4-lane MIPI CSI (MIPI V2.1) | |
Audio | Onboard 3.5mm audio jack (input + output) | |
Network | 1 × RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet with PoE Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (2.4/5GHz) Bluetooth 5.4 Onboard high-performance antenna + IPEX connector |
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Power | 5V/5A DC input (Type-C) Provides 5V / 3.3V external supply on 40PIN header |
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Operating Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C | |
Dimensions | 85 × 56 × 20 mm |
Resources
Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/RDK-X5
Package Content
Weight: 0.126 kg
RDK X5 4GB/8GB × 1
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Discussion Forum
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