The RK3568J is a high-performance embedded processor developed by Rockchip, featuring a heterogeneous architecture with 4x Cortex-A55 cores. It focuses on AI computing, multimedia processing, and edge computing, known for its high computing power, rich interfaces, and industrial-grade reliability. It is suitable for smart terminals, industrial control, and AIoT applications.
Beilai Technology's ARMxy Edge Computing Device BL410 adopts the RK3568J processor, supporting various I/O expansions and is widely used in industrial automation, intelligent security, and AI inference.
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4x Cortex-A55 (1.8GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 2EE (OpenGL ES 3.2/2.0, Vulkan 1.1) |
| NPU | 1 TOPS (supports INT8/INT16/FP16, compatible with TensorFlow/MXNet/PyTorch) |
| Multimedia | - Video codec: 4K60 H.265/H.264, 8K30 decoding support - Camera: 4x MIPI-CSI (up to 16MP) |
| Memory/Storage | Supports LPDDR4X (up to 8GB), eMMC 5.1, SD 3.0 |
| Interfaces | - Industrial comms: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (TSN support), 4x UART, 2x CAN 2.0B - Expansion: USB 3.0/2.0, PCIe 3.0, SPI/I2C - Display: HDMI 2.0, LVDS, MIPI-DSI (dual-screen support) |
| Reliability | Industrial temp range (-40°C to +85°C), secure boot, and encryption engine |
High-Performance Heterogeneous Computing
Multimedia & AI Acceleration
Hardware-accelerated 4K60 video codec for smart displays and surveillance.
1 TOPS NPU supports lightweight AI inference (e.g., face recognition, object detection).
Industrial-Grade Design
Wide-temperature operation and anti-interference design for harsh environments.
Rich industrial interfaces (CAN, TSN Ethernet) compatible with mainstream protocols.
Industrial HMI: Mali-G52-accelerated GUI with multi-protocol support (CAN/Ethernet).
Machine vision: 4K camera input + NPU for defect detection algorithms.
Intelligent security: Face recognition gates, behavior analysis cameras.
Retail terminals: Self-checkout machines + product recognition (NPU-accelerated).
Digital signage: 4K ad playback + dual-screen interactive displays.
In-vehicle entertainment: Multi-screen output (dashboard + rear-seat entertainment).
5G edge gateways: PCIe 3.0 for 5G module connectivity and data aggregation.
Industrial IoT gateways: TSN Ethernet for real-time device communication.
| Feature | RK3568J | TI AM6254 | NXP i.MX8M Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | 4x A55 | 4x A53 + M4F | 4x A53 + 2x M7 |
| NPU | 1 TOPS | None | 2.3 TOPS |
| Video Codec | 4K60 H.265/H.264 | 1080p60 H.265/H.264 | 4K60 H.265/H.264 |
| Industrial I/O | CAN 2.0B + TSN Ethernet | CAN-FD + PRU-ICSS | CAN-FD |
| Display | Dual (HDMI/LVDS/MIPI) | Dual (LVDS/HDMI) | Dual (LVDS/HDMI) |
| Power | 3–5W | <3W | 4–6W |
| Best For | AI + Multimedia + Industrial | Real-time control + Low power | High-performance AI + Multimedia |
| Strengths | Limitations |
|---|---|
| ✅ High-performance heterogeneous computing (A55) | ❌ Limited NPU performance (complex AI requires external modules) |
| ✅ 4K60 multimedia capabilities | ❌ No hardware real-time core (e.g., M4/M7) |
| ✅ Rich industrial interfaces (CAN/TSN) | ❌ Higher power consumption than TI AM6254 |
The RK3568J targets mid-to-high-end embedded markets, with strengths in:
Balanced performance and AI capabilities: Ideal for lightweight AI and multimedia processing.
Industrial compatibility: Wide-temperature design + rich interfaces for automation and communication devices.
Recommended for:
Industrial HMI + machine vision
Edge AI terminals (security, retail)
4K multimedia devices
Not recommended for:
Ultra-low-power devices (prefer TI AM6254)
High-performance AI (requires ≥4 TOPS NPU)
Alternatives:
Higher AI performance: RK3588 (6 TOPS)
Better real-time performance: NXP i.MX8M Plus (M7 cores)
