The OrangePi 5 Ultra is a high-performance development board powered by the Rockchip RK3588 64-bit octa-core processor. Designed for developers and advanced users, this compact yet powerful single-board computer supports up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and delivers exceptional performance for AI applications, edge computing, cloud computing, and multimedia projects.
Rockchip RK3588 Processor of the OrangePi 5 Ultra
The OrangePi 5 Ultra Rockchip RK3588 Dev Board features:
8-core CPU: 4x Cortex-A76 cores (up to 2.4GHz) + 4x Cortex-A55 cores (up to 1.8GHz)
NEON coprocessor for accelerated multimedia and AI workloads
8nm process for improved power efficiency and thermal management
ARM Mali-G610 3D GPU supporting OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.2, OpenCL 2.2, and Vulkan 1.2
Integrated NPU for AI Applications
Embedded 6TOPS NPU for AI acceleration
Supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 hybrid computing
Perfect for AI inference, computer vision, machine learning, and robotics
Flexible Memory Options with LPDDR5
Available in 4GB, 8GB, or 16GB LPDDR5 RAM
High bandwidth and low power consumption memory
Ideal for memory-intensive tasks like 8K video decoding and real-time data analysis
Advanced Connectivity and Storage
Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE, offering faster wireless performance and stable connections
PCIe extended 2.5G Ethernet port for ultra-fast wired networking
M.2 M-Key slot (PCIe 3.0 x4) for NVMe SSD or SATA SSD expansion
Supports eMMC flash socket or onboard eMMC IC for storage flexibility
Rich I/O Interface
HDMI output and HDMI input (up to 4K@60fps)
Dual MIPI CSI camera interfaces for embedded vision applications
USB 3.0, USB 2.0, 3.5mm audio jack, GPIO expansion ports
Compact and Versatile
Board dimensions: 89mm x 57mm x 1.6mm
Compact size makes it ideal for:
High-end tablets
Smart security systems
Smart home automation
AR/VR development
Industrial control
AIoT edge devices
Broad OS Support
Compatible with Orange Pi OS, Android 13, Ubuntu, Debian, and more
Supports multiple development environments for different use cases
Hardware Parameters
| Master Chip | Rockchip RK3588 (8nm LP process) |
| CPU | • 8-core 64-bit processor • 4 Cortex-A76 and 4 Cortex-A55 with independent NEON coprocessor • Cortex-A76 at 2.4GHz, Cortex-A55 at 1.8GHz |
| GPU | • Integrated ARM Mali-G610 • Built-in 3D GPU • Fully compatible with OpenGL ES1.1/2.0/3.2, OpenCL 2.2 and Vulkan 1.2. |
| NPU | Embedded NPU supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 hybrid computing with up to 6TOPS. |
| PMU | RK806-1 |
| RAM | LPDDR5 496PIN：4GB、8GB、16GB optional |
| Memory | • eMMC flash socket • eMMC IC Note: Either eMMC flash socket or eMMC IC, support: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB optional • QSPI nor flash: 16MB • MicroSD card slot • M.2 M-KEY slot: support NVMe SSD (PCIe 3.0 4Lane) |
| USB | 2*USB3.0；2*USB2.0； |
| Video | • 1* HDMI 2.1 out up to 8k@60FPS • 1* HDMI 2.0 in up to 4k@60FPS • 1* MIPI DSI TX 4 Lane |
| Camera | • 2* MIPI CSI 4 Lane • 1* MIPI D-PHY RX 4 Lane |
| Audio | CODEC：ES8388 • 1* Audio 3.5mm jack with mic • 1*MIC In • 1*HDMI 2.1 eARC |
| Ethernet | 1*PCIe 2.5G LAN（RTL8125BG ) |
| Wi-Fi+BT Module | Onboard Wi-Fi 6E+BT 5.3/BLE module: AP6611 Wi-Fi interface: SDIO3.0 BT interface: UART/PCM |
| Expansion Port | Dual-row pin: 2.54mm 40Pin Supports DC 5V and 3.3V power output Configurable UART, PWM, I2C, SPI, CAN, GPIO and other functional interfaces. |
| Button | 1* MaskRom key, 1 * On/Off key |
| Power Source | Supports Type-C power supply, 5V @ 5A |
| LED | RGB LED side Illumination |
| FAN | 5V 2PIN 1.25mm socket |
| RTC | 3V 2PIN 1.25mm socket |
| Debugging | Debug serial UART included in 40PIN expansion port |
| Supported OS | Orangepi OS（Droid）、Orangepi OS（Arch）、Orangepi OS（OH）、Ubuntu、Debian、Android13 |
| PCB | Length: 89mm, width: 57mm, thickness: 1.6mm |
| Weight | 60.5g |
OrangePi 5 Ultra Pin Definition
OrangePi 5 Ultra display
OrangePi 5 Ultra – Top View
OrangePi 5 Ultra – Top View
Orange Pi 5 Ultra VS Orange Pi 5 Max -Key Specifications Comparison
| Feature | Orange Pi 5 Ultra | Orange Pi 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Rockchip RK3588, 8-core (4×Cortex-A76 @2.4GHz + 4×Cortex-A55 @1.8GHz), NEON coprocessor | Rockchip RK3588, 8-core (4×Cortex-A76 @2.4GHz + 4×Cortex-A55 @1.8GHz), NEON coprocessor |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G610, supports OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.2, OpenCL 2.2, Vulkan 1.2 | ARM Mali-G610, supports OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.2, OpenCL 2.2, Vulkan 1.2 |
| NPU | Up to 6 TOPS, supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 hybrid computing | Up to 6 TOPS, supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 hybrid computing |
| Memory | 4GB / 8GB / 16GB LPDDR5 | 4GB / 8GB / 16GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | eMMC socket, eMMC chip, TF card slot, M.2 M-Key slot (PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe/SATA SSD support) | eMMC socket, TF card slot, M.2 M-Key slot (PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe/SATA SSD support) |
| Video Output | HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K@60Hz), MIPI DSI (up to 4K@60Hz) | HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K@60Hz), MIPI DSI (up to 4K@60Hz) |
| Networking | 2.5G Ethernet (via PCIe), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE | 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE |
| Interfaces | HDMI Out, HDMI In, USB 3.0 x2, USB 2.0 x2, 3.5mm audio, GPIO, PCIe expansion | HDMI Out, HDMI In, USB 3.0 x2, USB 2.0 x2, 3.5mm audio, GPIO, PCIe expansion |
| Form Factor | 89mm × 57mm × 1.6mm | 89mm × 57mm × 1.6mm |
Use Case Recommendations
Orange Pi 5 Ultra
Ideal for advanced applications that require high computing power and rich multimedia processing. It’s perfect for:Edge AI computing
8K video processing
AR/VR systems
Smart security
High-end tablets
AIoT development
Orange Pi 5 Max
Best suited for projects that require high-speed networking, large data handling, or storage-heavy applications. Great for:Home servers
NAS (Network Attached Storage)
Smart routers
Industrial automation
Software-defined networking (SDN)
How do you choose between Orange Pi 5 Ultra and Orange Pi 5 Max?
Choose Orange Pi 5 Ultra if your focus is AI acceleration, graphics performance, or embedded systems with limited space.
Go for Orange Pi 5 Max if your project requires advanced connectivity, expandable storage, or server-grade capabilities.
Both models support multiple operating systems including Orange Pi OS, Ubuntu, Android 13, and Debian, offering excellent flexibility for development.
Key Applications of the OrangePi 5 Ultra
The OrangePi 5 Ultra development board is ideal for:
AI edge computing and deep learning inference
8K media centers, video decoding, and smart entertainment systems
IoT gateways and smart home controllers
Industrial control systems and robotics
AR/VR development and cloud applications
Why Choose OrangePi 5 Ultra Rockchip RK3588 Dev Board
Built on the latest Rockchip RK3588 8-core platform
Supports up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM for powerful multitasking
Offers 8K video decoding and advanced GPU capabilities
Integrates cutting-edge wireless (Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.3) and wired (2.5G LAN) networking
Excellent platform for AI, multimedia, and high-speed computing projects
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