NVIDIA Jetson Nano, TX2, Xavier and Orin Comparison and FAQ

In this Article

• NVIDIA Jetson
• NVIDIA Jetson Modules
  • Jetson Xavier NX Series
  • Jetson AGX Xavier Series
  • Jetson Orin Nano Series
  • Jetson Orin NX Series
  • Jetson AGX Orin Series
• NVIDIA Jetson Modules: Hardware Comparison
• NVIDIA Jetson Development Kits
  • Jetson AGX Orin Developer Kit
• NVIDIA Jetson Industrial Systems
  • Off the Shelf NVIDIA Jetson Industrial PCs
• NVIDIA Jetson FAQ
• BVM Design and Manufacturing Services

NVIDIA Jetson

A world leading platform for autonomous machines and other embedded applications
capable of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deep Learning (DL).

NVIDIA Jetson delivers high performance whilst maintaining power-efficiency. It is compatible with the same AI software and cloud-native workflows used across other NVIDIA platforms. It enables the automation of business processes and providing the ability to gain vision through data analysis, making this product the ideal platform for compute-intensive & Edge AI projects.

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NVIDIA Jetson Modules

The NVIDIA Jetson family comprises a complete set of System on Modules (SOM). These modules come in a variety of performance, power efficiency and form factor combinations. The Jetson family provides solutions tailored to your requirements, ranging from Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and AI-driven Network Video Recorders (NVRs) to Automated Optical Inspection.

Jetson Nano

• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 128-core NVIDIA Maxwell
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Video Support: 4K at 30 fps
• Performance: 472 GFLOPS
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: MicroSD card slot
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Camera Inputs: Multiple CSI inputs
• Power Consumption: Typical usage at 10W

Jetson TX1

• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 256-core NVIDIA Maxwell
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Video Support: 4K video at 30 fps
• Performance: 1 TFLOP
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Camera Inputs: Multiple CSI and USB 3.0
• Power Consumption: 10-15W

Jetson TX2

• CPU: Dual-core Denver 2
  + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 256-core NVIDIA Pascal
• RAM: 8 GB LPDDR4
• Video Support: 4K video at 60 fps
• Performance: 1.33 TFLOPS
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Camera Inputs: Multiple CSI and USB 3.0
• Power Consumption: 7.5-15W

Jetson TX2 4GB

• CPU: Dual-core Denver 2
  + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 256-core NVIDIA Pascal
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Performance: 1.33 TFLOPS
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Camera Inputs: Multiple CSI and USB 3.0
• Power Consumption: 7.5-15W

Jetson TX2i

• CPU: Dual-core Denver 2
  + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 256-core NVIDIA Pascal
• RAM: 8 GB LPDDR4
• Performance: 1.33 TFLOPS
• Designed for: Industrial environments with extended temperature range and rugged design
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Power Consumption: 7.5-15W

Jetson TX2 NX

• CPU: Dual-core Denver 2
  + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 256-core NVIDIA Pascal
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Performance: 1.33 TFLOPS
• Designed for: Industrial environments with extended temperature range and rugged design
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC
• Display Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort
• Power Consumption: 7.5-15W

Jetson Xavier NX Series

• Jetson Xavier NX (8GB)
• Jetson Xavier NX (16GB)

• CPU: 6-core ARM v8.2 64-bit CPU
  (Dual-core Denver 2 + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57)
• GPU: 384-core NVIDIA Volta GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 8 / 16 GB LPDDR4x
• Performance: 21 TOPS
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, robotics, and embedded systems
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC (expandable via microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 (through USB-C)
• Power Consumption: 10-15W (configurable based on use case)

Jetson AGX Xavier Series

• Jetson AGX Xavier (32GB)
• Jetson AGX Xavier (64GB)

• CPU: 8-core ARM v8.2 64-bit CPU
• GPU: 512-core NVIDIA Volta GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 32 / 64 GB LPDDR4x
• Performance: 32 TOPS
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, robotics, and autonomous machines
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC (expandable via M.2 NVMe)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, DP 1.2, eDP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 10-30W (configurable based on use case)

Jetson Orin Nano Series

• Jetson Orin Nano (4GB)
• Jetson Orin Nano (8GB)

• CPU: 6-core ARM Cortex-A78AE
• GPU: 1024-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 4 / 8 GB LPDDR5
• Performance: Up to 40 TOPS
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, robotics, and compact, power-efficient devices
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC (expandable via microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 5-15W (configurable based on use case)

Jetson Orin NX Series

• Jetson Orin NX (8GB)
• Jetson Orin NX (16GB)

• CPU: 8-core ARM Cortex-A78AE
• GPU: 1024-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 16 GB LPDDR5
• Performance: Up to 100 TOPS
• Designed for: Advanced edge AI, robotics, and autonomous machines
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC (expandable via M.2 NVMe or microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, eDP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 10-30W (configurable based on use case)

Jetson AGX Orin Series

• Jetson AGX Orin Industrial
• Jetson AGX Orin 64GB / Jetson AGX Orin 32GB

• CPU: 12-core ARM Cortex-A78AE
• GPU: 2048-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 64 GB LPDDR5
• Performance: Up to 275 TOPS
• Designed for:
  • High-performance edge AI applications
  • Robotics
  • Autonomous machines
  • Autonomous vehicles
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000/2500 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 64 GB eMMC (expandable via M.2 NVMe)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, eDP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 15-60W (configurable based on use case)

Witness the fusion of power and compactness as you explore the limitless possibilities enabled by the Jetson Orin.

NVIDIA Jetson Modules: Hardware Comparison

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Custom Carrier Board Design and Manufacturing Service

Our custom carrier PCB design services are completed by our in-house CAD team based in Southampton, Hampshire – ensuring the quality of design you’d expect from a British PCB designer.

Regardless if your choice of COM/SOM module is X86 or ARM based – or even if your design stems from a developer platform such as Raspberry Pi, Jetson, Beagle Bones, Arduino …etc, if your long-term vision lies in a COM/SOM module and custom carrier PCB design for the product you want to bring to market, BVM will ensure your carrier PCB design meets your needs.

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NVIDIA Jetson Development Kits

The NVIDIA Jetson developer kits are small, power-efficient AI computers, ideal for hands-on learning. These kits are used by professionals to create and test their software on the Jetson platform. Each developer kit includes a non-production specification Jetson module attached to a reference carrier board with standard hardware interfaces for flexible development and rapid prototyping.

Jetson Nano 2GB Developer Kit

• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 128-core NVIDIA Maxwell GPU
• RAM: 2 GB LPDDR4
• Performance: 0.5 TFLOPS
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, compact devices
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC (expandable via microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, MIPI-DSI
• Power Consumption: 5-10W
• Connectivity: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART

Jetson Nano 4GB Developer Kit

• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57
• GPU: 128-core NVIDIA Maxwell GPU
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Performance: 0.5 TFLOPS
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, compact devices
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC (expandable via microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, MIPI-DSI
• Power Consumption: 5-10W
• Connectivity: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART

Jetson Xavier NX Developer Kit

• CPU: 6-core ARM v8.2 64-bit CPU
  (Dual-core Denver 2 + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57)
• GPU: 384-core NVIDIA Volta GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 8 GB LPDDR4x
• Performance: Up to 21 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second)
• Designed for: Edge AI applications, robotics, and embedded systems
• Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 16 GB eMMC (expandable via microSD card)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 (through USB-C)
• Power Consumption: 10-15W (configurable based on use case)
• Connectivity: M.2 Key E for Wi-Fi/BT, USB 3.1, USB 2.0, PCIe x4, I2C, I2S, SPI, GPIO
• Cooling: Active cooling (fan included in the developer kit)

Jetson AGX Xavier Developer Kit

• CPU: 8-core ARM v8.2 64-bit CPU
  (Dual-core Denver 2 + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57)
• GPU: 512-core NVIDIA Volta GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 16 GB LPDDR4x (optional 32 GB configuration)
• Performance: 32 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second)
• Designed for: High-performance edge AI applications, robotics, and autonomous machines
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 32 GB eMMC (expandable via M.2 NVMe)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2, eDP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 10-30W (configurable based on use case)
• Connectivity: USB 3.1, USB 2.0, PCIe x16, M.2 Key E, I2C, SPI, GPIO, CAN

Jetson AGX Orin Developer Kit

• CPU: 12-core ARM Cortex-A78AE
• GPU: 2048-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU with Tensor Cores
• RAM: 32 GB LPDDR5 (optional 64 GB configuration)
• Performance: Up to 275 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second)
• Designed for:
  • High-performance edge AI applications
  • Robotics
  • Autonomous machines
  • Autonomous vehicles
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000/2500 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• Storage: 64 GB eMMC (expandable via M.2 NVMe)
• Display Outputs: HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, eDP 1.4
• Power Consumption: 15-60W (configurable based on use case)
• Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 2.0, PCIe x16, M.2 Key E, I2C, SPI, GPIO, CAN
• Cooling: Active cooling (fan included in the developer kit)

NVIDIA Jetson Industrial Systems

Built for the Most Demanding Industrial Environments

NVIDIA Jetson systems are targeted for industrial applications in automation. These areas include aerospace, defence, construction, agriculture, logistics, inventory management, delivery, inspection and healthcare. The application of NVIDIA Jetson have enabled these sectors to include worker and site safety, site access and monitoring and inspection in hazardous and harsh environments, amongst others.

Off the Shelf NVIDIA Jetson Industrial PCs

If you cant find an off the shelf “off the shelf” NVIDIA Jetson Industrial PC that meets your requirements, speak with our in house design team who can design a new product from start to finish.

Example use case #1

The Jetson AGX Xavier revolutionizes anomaly and failure predictions at the edge, specifically in the oil and gas industry. Its advanced capabilities enable real-time insights from continuous monitoring of pipelines, valves, equipment, and maintenance.

With the AGX Xavier module, applications for safety, predictive maintenance, and compliance can be seamlessly implemented, ensuring continuous operation even in harsh conditions. Always-on capabilities allow effective handling of critical tasks, including safety monitoring, proactive maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

The Jetson AGX Xavier empowers the oil and gas industry with unparalleled efficiency, accuracy, and reliability in anomaly detection and failure prediction. Embrace real-time insights at the edge to unlock your operations’ full potential.

Example use case #2

In vehicle manufacturing facilities producing over 1,000 vehicles daily, inspecting over 6 million weld points is essential. The integration of AI and computer vision with the Jetson AGX Xavier module simplifies this task.

Leveraging Jetson AGX Xavier, manufacturers can analyze and process data from weld guns in real-time, speeding up and improving inspection accuracy. This advanced technology reduces inspection time and enhances overall quality, ensuring each vehicle meets high safety standards.

AI and Jetson AGX Xavier revolutionize vehicle manufacturing, boosting efficiency, precision, and productivity. Embrace this technology to enhance manufacturing operations and deliver top-quality vehicles.

Example use case #3

In industrial automation and control, modern robots do more than basic tasks—they learn, adapt, and evolve through machine learning, computer vision, and navigation technologies.

NVIDIA Jetson XNX systems drive intelligent embedded robotics with deep learning, enhancing industries like manufacturing, agriculture, security, and home-based healthcare. These systems help robots acquire new skills, process visual data, navigate complex environments, and perform tasks efficiently.

Integrating deep learning with NVIDIA Jetson XNX systems leads to significant advancements in industrial automation and control, boosting productivity, safety, and innovation across various industries.

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Custom Carrier Board Design Service

Our custom carrier PCB design services are completed by our in-house CAD team based in Southampton, Hampshire – ensuring the quality of design you’d expect from a British PCB designer.

Regardless if your choice of COM/SOM module is X86 or ARM based – or even if your design stems from a developer platform such as Raspberry Pi, Jetson, Beagle Bones, Arduino …etc, if your long-term vision lies in a COM/SOM module and custom carrier PCB  design for the product you want to bring to market, BVM will ensure your carrier PCB design meets your needs.

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NVIDIA Jetson FAQ

What is JetPack?

Elevate your AI application development with the all-encompassing NVIDIA JetPack SDK. This comprehensive solution integrates all the essential software components for the Jetson platform, including TensorRT, cuDNN, CUDA Toolkit, VisionWorks, GStreamer, and OpenCV. Built upon the L4T framework with a Linux kernel that guarantees long-term support, JetPack equips your Jetson Developer Kit with the latest OS image, libraries, APIs, samples, and detailed documentation. Moreover, it provides a range of developer tools to streamline your workflow and enhance productivity. Unleash the full potential of your Jetson Developer Kit with the power-packed NVIDIA JetPack SDK, empowering you to create ground-breaking AI applications with ease. See this link for more information.

Can Jetson developer kits be used as production systems or as part of a product?

No. Jetson developer kits are specifically intended for software development and testing purposes in a pre-production environment. It’s important to note that these kits are not intended for production use. However, once the software development phase is complete, Jetson modules are specifically designed and well-suited for deployment in a production environment throughout their operational lifetime. So, while the developer kits serve as a valuable tool during the development phase, the Jetson modules are the ideal choice when it comes to deploying your applications in a real-world production setting.

Are all the Jetson modules compatible?

Every Jetson product benefits from NVIDIA’s extensive software libraries, including CUDA, cuDNN, and TensorRT, which provide accelerated AI capabilities. When software developed on one Jetson product is transferred to another, additional functionalities, such as DLA engine acceleration, may become accessible, enhancing the performance and efficiency of your applications.

While Jetson modules share many common signals, it is important to note that the connector pin-out and electromechanical footprints can vary across different modules. This variation allows for flexibility and customization to suit specific application requirements. It is recommended to consult the documentation and specifications of each Jetson module to ensure compatibility and seamless integration with your target deployment. See the Jetson module Data Sheets and Product Design Guides for details. In summary:

When designing a carrier board to support more than one of the modules listed as pin compatible, there may be some interface differences to note.
See the Interface Comparison and Migration documents for details.

What are the key differences between Jetson AGX Orin and Jetson AGX Orin Industrial?

What are the key differences between Jetson AGX Xavier and Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial?

What is the operating lifetime for Jetson products?

What camera modules are compatible with the Jetson platform?

Jetson has multiple interfaces for connecting a camera. That includes USB, Ethernet, and MIPI CSI-2. Jetson ecosystem partners provide camera modules to connect through available Jetson interfaces. These partners supply drivers and support for operation with the Jetpack SDK. See the list of Jetson partner-supported cameras for a broad portfolio of cameras including solutions for longer cable lengths.

BVM Design and Manufacturing Services

When a standard embedded design won’t suffice for what you need,
you can always turn to BVM for help and use our custom design and manufacturing services

With over three decades of experience, BVM excels in providing design and manufacturing services.
We specialize in industrial PCs and embedded systems, PCBs, and carrier boards for various industrial applications.
We are proficient in designing custom carrier boards for Jetson, Pi, and COM modules, as well as robust industrial PC systems.
Our designs adhere to the highest standards, and integral to our design process is the ability of our products to be manufactured consistently and reliably.
At BVM our quality control measures guarantee the production of exceptional products. We take pride in delivering reliable solutions for challenging environments.

To learn more or discuss your project, contact us at 01489 780144 or sales@bvmltd.co.uk. Our sales team is ready to assist you.

Design | Develop | Test | Manufacture

Here’s a selection of our design, manufacturing & associated services: –

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Design to Order: OEM/ODM Embedded Product Design Services

For customers designing a brand-new product from scratch
or working with an existing prototype.

• Industrial and Embedded PC Design and Manufacturing
  • Custom Panel PCs and HMIs
  • Custom Racks, Towers and Mini-ITX Computers
  • Rugged, Portable Peli Case PCs
• Prototyping
  • Rapid Prototyping: 3D Printed Cost-Effective Prototypes
  • Multiple prototype versions, different design variations and flexible design capabilities
• Prototyping pre checks
  • Hardware and Software compatibility
  • Thermal and Environmental testing
• Custom PCB / Carrier Board Design
  • COM Express, Qseven, SMARC, Jetson, Raspberry Pi
• Custom Chassis Design
  • Metal and Plastic
• Custom Cables, Custom Cooling and Custom Power Supplies
• Custom Back Panels and Faceplates
• Custom Metal Work (internal brackets, mounting brackets)
• Touchscreen Integration and Display Enhancements
  • Custom LCD Displays: 7″ – 21″
  • Integration of PCAP and Resistive touch technologies
  • Optical Bonding, Anti-reflective and Anti-glare coatings
• All products are Designed for Manufacture

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Build to Order: System Integration and Customisation Services​

Take an existing system and we can:

• Custom hardware specifications
  • (CPU, RAM, I/O, Industrial-Grade Storage, RAID)
• Chassis Customisation and Branding
• Custom BIOS
• Long Term Availability (5+ years)
• Software – Custom OS Image
• Custom Packaging and branding
• Integrating newly designed or existing hardware into a larger system

Build to order Racks and Towers, Peli Case PCs and Mini-ITX PCs

Embedded Software Services

Porting, Integration & Deployment

• Windows image capture from customers HDD
• Linux and Android image capture from customers HDD
• Windows/Linux/Android Deployment from customers image
• Custom Windows images, create and deploy
• Custom Linux and Android images
• Update management
• Custom BIOS

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BVM supply a wide and diverse range of Industrial and Embedded Systems.
From Industrial Motherboards, SBCs and Box PCs, to Rack Mount computers and Industrial Panel PCs.

Our technical & commercial team members will always provide you with valuable but impartial advice around the products and services that BVM provide. With their collective backgrounds, they’ll provide you with the benefit of their knowledge and experiences when & where you need it. We’ll always help you in the first instance and get back to you when additional information is required.

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