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🚀About RUBIK Pi 3

RUBIK Pi 3, a lightweight development board based on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490 platform, is the first Pi built on Qualcomm AI platforms for developers.

RUBIK Pi 3 is a powerful, affordable, and flexible Edge AI platform, powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490, delivering 12 TOPS of efficient on-device AI performance. Designed for developers, it runs native Ubuntu, integrates with VS Code, and supports model customization via Edge Impulse and AI Hub libraries, including a wide range of Custom Apps. RUBIK Pi 3 is compatible with standard Pi HATs and modules makes it ideal for upgrading or building IoT solutions.

RUBIK Pi 3 boasts a rich array of interfaces and functions, including USB Type-A (1x 2.0, 2x 3.0), USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C with DP (4K@60), camera, HDMI OUT (4K@30), 1000M Ethernet port, 40-pin header connector, 3.5mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 5, BT 5.2, M.2 M-key connector, Micro USB, and RTC, to meet diverse development needs. It also has designed interfaces and is compatible with a variety of embedded development board peripherals, which helps reduce implementation difficulty and cost for developers.


😍RUBIK Pi 3 Advantage

Ubuntu OS (LTS)
Official-grade Ubuntu LTS on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490 with full APT ecosystem;
Container-ready and compatible with major AI/vision stacks for out-of-box, reliable delivery.
Compatibility
Compatible with peripherals of most open-source ecosystem development boards
Compact Design
With a portable size of 100mm x 75mm, enabling easy direct application in products
AI Capability
12 TOPS On-device AI capability
Easy to Expand
• C5430P/C6490P/C8550 SOM are P2P compatible
• Easy to build customized EVK
Open-source Community
A vibrant and collaborative group of enthusiasts, developers, and educators
Multiple OS support
Qualcomm open-source Linux, Android, Ubuntu on Qualcomm IoT Platform, Debian 13
Comprehensive Documentation
Accessible documentation, including official guides, tutorials, datasheets, and FAQs

📒RUBIK Pi 3 Specifications

CategoryRUBIK Pi 3 Feature
PlatformQualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490
MemoryRAM 8 GB LPDDR4x
ROM 128 GB UFS 2.2
Video1 x HDMI 1.4 output (up to 4K 30 Hz)
1 x DP over USB Type-C (up to 4K 60 Hz)
2 x camera connector (4-lane MIPI CSI D-PHY)
Audio1 x 3.5mm headphone jack
Connectivity1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.0)
1 x USB Type-A (USB 2.0)
1 x 1000M Ethernet (RJ45)
1 x UART for debug (over Micro USB)
1 x M.2 Key M connector (PCIe 3.0 2-lane)
40-pin LS connector supporting various interface options:
- Up to 28 x GPIO
- Up to 2 x I2C
- Up to 3 x UART
- Up to 3 x SPI
- 1 x I2S (PCM)
- 1 x PWM channel
Others1 x Power on button
1 x EDL button
1 x RGB LED
2-pin RTC battery connector
4-pin PWM fan connector
Wireless connectionWi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth: BT 5.2
On-board PCB antenna
Power supplyPower Delivery over Type-C, 12V 3A
Operating environmentOperating temperature: 0-50℃
Dimensions100mm x 75mm x 25mm
OS supportCanonical Ubuntu for Qualcomm platforms
Android 13
Qualcomm® Linux®
Debian 13

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