Huawei and OrangePi have joined forces to create the OrangePi Kunpeng Pro, a development board aimed at developers, students, and even consumers.
It’s a single-board computer, much like the Raspberry Pi, that comes with a mysterious quad-core 64-bit ARM processor and a dedicated AI processor.
The specifics of the processor remain under wraps and Huawei hasn’t even revealed the chip’s name. However, a report by Tom’s Hardware suggests it is based on a custom Huawei Kunpeng CPU design.
The OrangePi Kunpeng Pro runs on the openEuler operating system and comes pre-installed with the openGauss database. It also includes a suite of software development tools, internet applications, and productivity software, making it a versatile platform for various projects.
One of the most interesting aspects of the Kunpeng Pro is its use of a custom Huawei Kunpeng CPU paired with an AI Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA).
It’s unclear whether these processors are separate chiplets or integrated onto a single die. Regardless, this configuration is a new approach for Huawei’s Kunpeng chip designs.
The AI processor boasts 8 TOPS of computing power, placing it far behind competitors like the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (45 TOPS) and Apple M4 (38 TOPS) in terms of raw performance. However, for developers and students working on AI projects, the Kunpeng Pro should be a decent option for its price.
Connectivity options on the Kunpeng Pro include two HDMI ports for connecting 4K displays, a Type-C power interface, Wi-Fi 5, and Gigabit Ethernet. Currently, the board is only available through Chinese retailers with a starting price of 1,076 yuan or approximately $148.
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