BVM News #08: ARM and x86 SMARC Modules

BVM News #08: Elevating Embedded Computing with ARM and x86 SMARC Modules

BVM News #08: Embedded Computing with ARM and x86 SMARC Modules

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SMARC Modules are a powerful and flexible solution for embedded computing, designed to meet the demands of various industrial applications. These compact, energy-efficient modules offer advanced processing, extensive connectivity, and exceptional versatility.

What is a SMARC Module?

SMARC (Smart Mobility ARChitecture) is a low-power, scalable computer module standard supporting ARM and x86 processors. With a compact form factor, these modules deliver high-performance graphics, robust networking, and extensive I/O options, making them ideal for embedded and IoT applications.

SMARC Modules: Compact Power for Tomorrow’s Innovations

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Advantech SMARC Modules

Advantech’s SMARC modules come in various configurations to cater to different processing needs and application requirements. Here’s a look at some of the top models and their key specifications:

x86 SMARC Modules

Advantech SOM-2533
Intel Alder Lake-N/Amston Lake x7000 Series SMARC Module

Processor: Intel Core i3, N series and Atom x7000 Series
Memory: Single-CH LPDDR5 4800MT/s up to 16GB

Advantech SOM-2532
Intel x6000 Series Elkhart Lake SMARC Module

Processor: Intel x6000 Series Elkhart Lake
Memory: Dual Channel up to 16GB LPDDR4 3200MT/s with IBECC support by specific SKUs

ARM SMARC Modules

Advantech ROM-5722
NXP i.MX8M Plus Cortex-A53 SMARC 2.0/2.1 Module

Processor: NXP Cortex-A53 i.MX8M Plus Quad/Dual up to 1.8 GHz
Secondary Core: Arm Cortex-M7
Memory: Onboard LPDDR4 6 GB, 4000MT/s

Advantech ROM-6881
Rockchip RK3588 Cortex-A76 and A55 SMARC 2.1 Module

Processor: Rockchip RK3588 Quad Cortex-A76 2.4GHz + Quad Cortex-A55 1.8GHz
Memory: Onboard 4/8GB LPDDR4, 32/64GB eMMC

Advantech ROM-5780 B1
Rockchip RK3399 Cortex-A72+A53 SMARC 2.1 Module

Processor: Rockchip RK3399 Dual Cortex-A72 and Quad Cortex-A53 1.8 GHz
Memory: Onboard 2/4GB LPDDR4, 16/32GB eMMC

Advantech ROM-5780
Rockchip RK3399 Cortex-A72+A53 SMARC 2.1 Module

Processor: Rockchip RK3399 Dual Cortex-A72 + Quad Cortex-A53 1.8 GHz
Memory: Onboard 2GB LPDDR4, 16GB eMMC

BVM News #08 - BVM offer various development boards for testing COM modules.

BVM Custom Carrier Board Design

BVM offer various development boards for testing Computer-on-Modules. If you can’t find an “off-the-shelf” carrier board that meets your requirements, contact our in-house design team. They can customize an existing board or create a new design to fit your needs.

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