BPI-CM4, Raspberry Pi CM4 Alternative, Amlogic A311D Quad Core ARM Cortex-A73, 4G LPDDR4 RAM +16GB eMMC

Overview

The Banana Pi BPI-CM4 is a high-performance computer module designed for industrial and embedded applications. Built around the Amlogic A311D processor, it delivers superior computing power and AI capabilities compared to standard single-board computers. With its identical form factor to the Raspberry Pi CM4, it offers a seamless upgrade path for developers seeking enhanced multimedia performance and edge computing power.

Key Features

• 🚀 Hexa-Core Processing Power: Equipped with the Amlogic A311D SoC featuring 4x Arm Cortex-A73 cores and 2x Arm Cortex-A53 cores for exceptional multitasking and speed.
• 🧠 5.0 TOPS NPU for AI: Integrated Neural Processing Unit accelerates deep-neural-network applications, making it ideal for computer vision and machine learning at the edge.
• ⚡ High-Speed Memory: Comes with 4GB of LPDDR4 SDRAM and 16GB eMMC flash storage (expandable up to 128GB) for fast data access and storage.
• 📺 4K Multimedia: Supports HDMI 2.1 output up to 4Kp60 and includes MIPI DSI display and MIPI CSI camera interfaces for rich media projects.
• 🔌 Raspberry Pi CM4 Compatibility: Maintains the same 55x40mm size and 200-pin edge connector layout, allowing you to use existing Raspberry Pi CM4 baseboards (Note: Single HDMI/CSI/DSI vs Pi's dual).

Technical Specifications

• Processor: Amlogic A311D (Quad-core Cortex-A73 + Dual-core Cortex-A53)
• GPU: Arm Mali-G52 MP4 (6EE) with OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.0, OpenCL 2.0
• Neural Network: 5 TOPS NPU
• Memory: 4GB LPDDR4
• Storage: 16GB eMMC Flash (Max 128GB), MicroSD Card Slot
• Video Output: HDMI 2.1 (4Kp60), MIPI DSI
• Camera: MIPI CSI
• Networking: 10/100/1000M Ethernet (RTL8211F), WiFi 5 (RTL8822cs), Bluetooth
• USB: 2x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB Type-C (for power/data)
• Expansion: 26-pin GPIO header, 100-pin High-Speed Connector
• Operating Systems: Android 9, Armbian, Ubuntu, Debian
• Dimensions: 55mm x 40mm

Ideal Applications

• Smart Edge AI Devices: Leverage the 5.0 TOPS NPU for object detection and recognition.
• 4K Digital Signage: Utilize the HDMI 2.1 output for high-resolution advertising displays.
• Industrial Control Systems: Rugged design suitable for factory automation and HMI panels.
• Embedded Development: Perfect for prototyping new hardware products requiring high performance.

Package Contents

• BPI-CM4:BPI-CM4 SOM (4GB+16GB) x1
• BPI-CM4IO:Carrier Board x1