Product description
Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK – Development Platform for Industrial Edge AI and IoT Applications
The Qualcomm Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK is a comprehensive evaluation platform designed to help developers test and validate the industrial-grade performance of the Dragonwing IQ-8275 processor for IoT, edge AI, robotics and automation applications.
Featuring an octa-core CPU, dedicated AI acceleration through the Qualcomm® Hexagon™ Tensor Processor with up to 40 dense TOPS, 12 GB LPDDR5 memory with link ECC and a broad set of high-speed and low-speed interfaces, the EVK is suitable for demanding prototypes, proof-of-concept systems and platform validation in industrial environments.
The platform supports Ubuntu as well as Upstream Linux with Yocto support. This allows engineering teams to select the right software foundation for their project stage: Ubuntu for rapid prototyping and AI/ML workflows, or Yocto-based Linux for customized, lightweight and hardware-optimized embedded system images.
The Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK is intended for applications such as edge AI boxes, gateways, autonomous mobile robots, industrial automation, smart infrastructure, vision systems and UAVs. With camera, display, PCIe, USB, Ethernet, audio and low-speed I/O interfaces, it provides a flexible foundation for evaluating complex multi-sensor and industrial edge computing architectures.
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Application Areas
- On-device AI: Develop, test and validate AI models directly on the target platform.
- Robotics and autonomous systems: Prototype autonomous mobile robots, industrial machinery, drones and unmanned vehicles.
- Computer vision and multi-sensor fusion: Process camera and sensor data with real-time HDR image processing for navigation, object recognition and quality inspection.
- Industrial automation: Evaluate responsive edge computing solutions for industrial control and automation environments.
- Edge AI boxes and gateways: Develop powerful edge computing systems with local AI processing and extensive interface support.
- Smart infrastructure: Prototype intelligent infrastructure, monitoring systems, predictive maintenance and connected industrial applications.
- UAVs and drones: Validate AI, vision and connectivity functions for unmanned aerial vehicles.
- AI/ML prototyping: Use Ubuntu or Yocto-based development environments for rapid testing and production-oriented embedded Linux customization.
Technical Specifications
| MPN / Part Number | EVK-IQ8275-Starter-2 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dragonwing IQ-8275 |
| AI Performance | Up to 40 dense TOPS via Qualcomm® Hexagon™ Tensor Processor |
| CPU | Octa-core CPU |
| Operating System | Ubuntu; Upstream Linux with Yocto support |
| Memory | 12 GB LPDDR5 with link ECC |
| Storage | 128 GB UFS |
| PCIe / Connectivity | 1x PCIe x4 slot; 1x M.2 E-Key for Wi-Fi |
| Wireless | Onboard Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth® 5.3 |
| Ethernet | RJ45, 2.5 GbE |
| Display | 2x mini-DP; DSI flex connection |
| Camera | 3x MIPI CSI C/D-PHY flex connectors |
| Video | Decode: 4K135; Encode: 2x 4K85 |
| Computer Vision | Processing of up to three concurrent 4K video streams |
| USB | USB0 Type-C for EDL and fastboot only; USB1 Type-C host mode; USB2 2.0 OTG mode for ADB |
| Audio | 1x I2S mic; 2x I2S speaker amps; additional I2S on GPIOs |
| Additional I/Os | 2x UART RX/TX; 1x UART RX/TX/CTS/RFR; 1x SAIL_UART RX/TX; 1x SAIL_SPI CS0; 1x SAIL_SPI CS0/CS1; 5x I2C; 3x CCI_I2C; 1x SAIL_I2C; 44x SoC GPIO; 30x PMIC GPIO; multiple QUP configurations including QSPI and CS0/CS1 |
| TPM | ST33HTPH2x32AHE4 on mainboard |
| Sensors | IMU: ICM-42688; temperature sensor: TMP411DQDGKRQ1 |
| Debug / UI | FTDI |
| Thermal Management | Heatsink and fan |
| Power | DC barrel plug; power adapter included in the kit |
| Size | 106 x 106 x 46 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to 70 °C |
FAQ
FAQ – Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK
What is the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK?
The Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK is an evaluation and development platform for the Dragonwing IQ-8275 processor. It is used to develop and validate industrial IoT, edge AI, robotics, gateway and computer vision applications.
What is the MPN of the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK?
The part number listed in the product brief is EVK-IQ8275-Starter-2.
What AI performance does the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK provide?
The EVK uses the Qualcomm® Hexagon™ Tensor Processor and enables evaluation of on-device AI workloads with up to 40 dense TOPS AI performance.
Which operating systems are supported?
The Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK supports Ubuntu and Upstream Linux with Yocto support. Ubuntu is suitable for rapid prototyping and AI/ML development, while Yocto can be used for customized, production-oriented embedded Linux images.
Which applications is the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK designed for?
Typical applications include on-device AI, robotics, vision systems, autonomous mobile robots, industrial automation, edge AI boxes, gateways, smart infrastructure, drones and unmanned vehicles.
What camera and video capabilities does the EVK offer?
The EVK provides 3x MIPI CSI C/D-PHY flex connectors and supports processing of up to three concurrent 4K video streams. The product brief also lists video decode at 4K135 and video encode at 2x 4K85.
Which connectivity interfaces are available on the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK?
The platform includes Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth® 5.3, RJ45 2.5 GbE, PCIe x4, M.2 E-Key, USB Type-C, mini-DP, DSI, MIPI CSI and multiple low-speed I/Os such as UART, SPI, I2C and GPIO.
Is the EVK intended for production systems?
The Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK is an evaluation platform for development, prototyping and system validation. For production designs, it serves as a technical basis for evaluating the Dragonwing IQ-8275 processor and the required software and hardware architecture.
What operating temperature is specified for the Dragonwing IQ-8275 EVK?
The product brief specifies an operating temperature range of -20 to 70 °C for the EVK.
Is a power adapter included in the kit?
Yes. According to the product brief, a power adapter is included in the kit.
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