RK3588 Gold-Pinger Development Board: Caractéristiques et applications
/dans Actualités de l'industrie /par Personnel administratifLe Rockchip RK3588 Gold-Finger Development Board is a high-performance platform built on Rockchip’s flagship AIoT processor, RK3588. It typically adopts a core board + carrier board design, where the core board connects to the carrier via a gold-finger interface (such as MXM3.0-314P or stamp hole), enabling easy expansion and secondary development.
Key Features of the RK3588 SoC
The RK3588, Rockchip’s next-generation flagship SoC, is manufactured using advanced 8nm LP process technology, delivering outstanding computing power and rich functionalities:
Processeur: 8-core 64-bit architecture with four Cortex-A76 (up to 2.4GHz) and four Cortex-A55 cores in a big.LITTLE configuration, balancing performance and power efficiency.
GPU: Integrated ARM Mali-G610 MP4 GPU, Prise en charge des OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.2, Opencl 2.2, et Vulkan 1.2, offering strong graphics performance for complex 3D rendering and high-resolution displays.
NPU: Built-in Rockchip 3rd-generation AI accelerator with up to 6 Tops computing power, supporting INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 mixed precision. Fully compatible with major deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, MXNet, Pythorch, and Caffe.
VPU (Video Processing Unit):
Décodage: 8K@60fps H.265/VP9/AVS2, 8K@30fps H.264, 4K@60fps AV1.
Encoding: 8K@30fps H.265/H.264.
Supports multi-channel processing, Par exemple, simultaneous decoding of up to 32 channels of 1080P@30fps video.
FAI (Processeur de signal d'image): New-generation 48MP ISP supporting HDR, 3UN, LSC, 3DNR, 2DNR, sharpening, dehazing, fisheye correction, and gamma correction. Provides high-quality imaging with multi-camera support.
Memory & Storage: Supports LPDDR4/4X/5 up to 32GB RAM. Onboard eMMC options (32GB/64GB/128GB/256GB) with TF card expansion. Some boards also support M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs.
Advantages of the Gold-Finger Design
The gold-finger architecture provides unique benefits for RK3588 development boards:
Modular Design: Separating the core and carrier boards makes hardware development more flexible. Users can customize carrier boards for specific applications without redesigning the CPU core module.
Easy Integration: The gold-finger interface simplifies insertion and removal, streamlining product integration and maintenance.
Rich I/O Access: Almost all available RK3588 interfaces are exposed via the gold-finger connector, offering developers extensive flexibility to connect peripherals and functional modules.
Faster Development: Pre-integrated with RK3588’s core functionalities, the board enables immediate software development and feature validation, significantly reducing time-to-market.

RK3588 Gold-Pinger Development Board: Interfaces, Expansion, and Applications
The Rockchip RK3588 Gold-Finger Development Board is equipped with an extensive range of interfaces and powerful expansion capabilities, making it suitable for highly complex applications.
Interfaces & Expansion
Interfaces d'affichage:
HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K@60fps)
HDMI 2.0 (up to 4K@60fps)
DisplayPort 1.4 (DP1.4)
MIPI DSI (up to 4K@60fps)
eDP 1.3
Supports multi-display output (Par exemple, HDMI 2.1 + DP1.4 dual display).
Video Input:
HDMI input
Multiple MIPI CSI camera inputs (2–4 channels), supporting cameras up to 48MP resolution.
Networking:
Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports (some models support 2.5G)
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.0
Mini PCIe expansion for 5G/4G modules.
USB Interfaces:
USB 3.0 Type-A Host
USB 2.0 Host
USB Type-C (with DP1.4 video output support).
High-Speed Expansion:
Pie 3.0/2.0: For NVMe SSDs, AI accelerator cards, etc..
Sata 3.0: Available on some boards for HDD/SSD connectivity.
M.2 slot: For NVMe SSDs or wireless modules.
Other I/O Interfaces:
Uart, Spice, I2C, PWM, ADC, CAN FD, GPIO — enabling easy integration with sensors, actuators, and peripheral modules.Audio Interfaces:
3.5mm headphone/speaker jack, MIC input, and HDMI audio output.
Software Support
The RK3588 development board provides comprehensive software support, making both system-level and application-level development seamless:
Systèmes d'exploitation:
Androïde 12/14
Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, Buildroot)
RTLinux kernel for enhanced real-time performance
Support for domestic OS such as Kylin and UnionTech.
Development Tools & SDK:
A complete SDK with drivers, APIs, documentation, and sample code is provided to accelerate development.
Scénarios d'application
With its exceptional performance and rich features, the RK3588 Gold-Finger Development Board is widely used across industries:
Informatique Edge & Tu vas: Powerful NPU makes it ideal for smart security, automatisation industrielle, robotics, image/voice recognition, and AI analytics.
ARM PC / Mini PC: High-performance CPU and GPU allow it to function as a compact desktop or mini PC with smooth computing and multimedia capabilities.
Smart NVR/DVR: Multi-channel 8K video decoding and AI video analysis for advanced video surveillance systems.
Appareils AR / VR: Robust graphics and video processing for immersive VR/AR applications.
Smart Display & Digital Signage: 8K multi-display support for advertising machines, interactive panels, and smart signage.
Industrial Control: Stable performance and rich interfaces for automation and control systems.
Medical Imaging: High-resolution image processing capabilities for healthcare devices.
Cockpit intelligent: Applied in automotive infotainment and intelligent in-vehicle systems.
Why Choose Leadsintec as Your RK3588 Development Partner?
In the era of AI, edge computing, and high-performance applications, the RK3588 stands as a flagship chip driving innovation. To fully unleash its potential, partnering with an experienced and comprehensive solution provider is essential.
Leadsintec offers end-to-end services, from hardware design, Fabrication de PCB & assemblée, to software adaptation and system integration. With expertise in high-speed interface design, thermal optimization, and quality-controlled mass production, we ensure your RK3588 project transitions seamlessly from prototyping to large-scale deployment.
Choosing Leadsintec means gaining a reliable partner who will help you accelerate product development, ensure stable mass production, and achieve faster time-to-market with a competitive edge.
Conclusion
The Rockchip RK3588 Gold-Finger Development Board is a high-performance, highly integrated, and highly expandable platform. With powerful CPU, GPU, NPU, and VPU capabilities, it supports 8K video processing, multi-display output, and advanced AI computing. Its modular gold-finger design offers developers flexibility for customization and secondary development.
Widely applied in AIoT, edge computing, intelligent displays, automatisation industrielle, multimedia systems, et au-delà, it is the ideal choice for developing complex intelligent hardware products.