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Rubik Pi 3 from Thundercomm: The first SBC on Qualcomm AI platforms
The RUBIK Pi 3 is a lightweight development board based on the Qualcomm® QCS6490 platform. It is the first Pi built on Qualcomm AI platforms for developers.
The RUBIK Pi 3 is compatible with a range of operating systems, including Android, Linux and LU, and is equipped with SDKs from Thundercomm to enhance the developer experience. The Qualcomm® QCS6490 offers excellent AI performance at 12.5 TOPS, and can be paired with the Qualcomm AI Hub to enable developers to experience first-hand the impact of AI evolution.
The RUBIK Pi 3 boasts a rich array of interfaces and functions, with comprehensive support for USB Type-A (1x 2.0, 2x 3.0), USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C with DP (4K@60), Camera, HDMI OUT (4K@3 The device features a 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, and more, offering a comprehensive set of capabilities to meet diverse development needs. It also boasts designed interfaces and is compatible with a range of Raspberry Pi peripheral accessories, streamlining implementation for developers.
Rubik Pi 3 Downloads
Rubik Pi 3 Datenblatt
Rubik Pi 3 Hardware Schematic
| Category | Description |
| Platform | Qualcomm® QCS 6490 |
| AI | 12.5 Tops |
| Storage | uMCP 8 GB + 128 GB; LPDDR 4x + UFS 2.x |
| Display | 1 * HDMI 1.4 Output (4K@30FPS) |
| 1 * DP Over USB Type-C(4K@60FPS) | |
| Camera | 2 * MIPI-CSI D-PHY 4 lane Input |
| Audio | 1 * 3.5mm Headphone Jack |
| 1 * HDMI OUT with Audio | |
| Connectivity | 1 * USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1) |
| 2 * USB Type-A (USB 3.0) | |
| 1 * USB Type-A (USB 2.0 Host/Device) | |
| 1 * 1000M Ethernet | |
| 1 * UART for Debug (Over Micro USB) | |
| 1 * M.2 M Key Connector for SSD | |
| 28 * GPIO Over 40 Pin Connector(1 * I2S, 1 * PWM, 2 * I2C, 3 * I2C or SPI or UART) | |
| Wireless | 1 Tx/1 Rx 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n Wi-Fi(Wi-Fi 5) + BT 5.2 |
| Other | 1 * Power On Button |
| 1 * RGB LED | |
| RTC Battery Connector | |
| PWM Fan Connector | |
| Power in | 12V3A Input Over USB Type-C PD |
| Size | 100mm x 75mm |
Technical FAQ for the Rubik Pi 3
Answers to the most important technical questions about the Thundercomm Rubik Pi 3, based on the official product specifications.
What is the Rubik Pi 3 from a technical perspective?
The Rubik Pi 3 is a high-performance edge AI development board from Thundercomm based on the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490 platform. It was designed for embedded, vision, IoT, and AI applications and is suitable for both prototyping and industrial product development.
How much AI performance does the Rubik Pi 3 provide?
The Rubik Pi 3 delivers 12 TOPS of AI computing power. This makes the board well suited for local edge inference, including object detection, image analysis, automation, robotics, and other real-time AI workloads without constant cloud dependency.
Which processor is used in the Rubik Pi 3?
The Rubik Pi 3 is built around the Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490 platform. It is designed for demanding edge computing and AI use cases, combining CPU, graphics, and AI acceleration on a compact embedded platform.
How much RAM and internal storage does the Rubik Pi 3 have?
The board comes with 8 GB of LPDDR4x memory and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 flash storage. This configuration provides enough headroom for the operating system, applications, AI models, and local data storage.
Which display outputs are supported by the Rubik Pi 3?
The Rubik Pi 3 supports one HDMI 1.4 output with up to 4K at 30 Hz and DisplayPort over USB Type-C with up to 4K at 60 Hz. This makes it suitable for standard monitor connections as well as high-resolution visualization and HMI applications.
Which camera interfaces are available?
The Rubik Pi 3 features two camera connectors with 4-lane MIPI CSI D-PHY. This allows direct integration of camera modules for computer vision, image processing, video analytics, and AI-based sensing applications.
Which interfaces does the Rubik Pi 3 offer for peripherals and connectivity?
The board includes 1 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 Gigabit Ethernet, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and a debug UART via Micro-USB. It also supports Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.2 for wireless connectivity.
Can the storage be expanded with an SSD?
Yes. The Rubik Pi 3 includes an M.2 Key M interface with PCIe 3.0 x2. This allows the system to be expanded with compatible NVMe storage, which is especially useful for data-intensive edge and vision applications.
What is the 40-pin header used for?
The 40-pin header is intended for external hardware integration and classic embedded prototyping. It provides GPIOs as well as common serial interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI, I2S, and PWM for sensors, actuators, expansion modules, and custom hardware designs.
Which operating systems are supported by the Rubik Pi 3?
The Rubik Pi 3 supports multiple operating systems, including Ubuntu for Qualcomm platforms, Android 13, and Qualcomm Linux. This makes the board flexible for Linux-based embedded development as well as Android-oriented product concepts and custom software stacks.
- Only suitable for technically experienced users who are familiar with the product.
- Only suitable for the intended use.
- Improper use can lead to damage and injury.
- Observe the manufacturer's further safety instructions.
Manufacturer
Thundercomm Technology Co.,Ltd.
Thundersoft Building, Building 3
No.9 Qinghua Dong Road
100083 Beijing
China
https://www.thundercomm.com/
Responsible Person for the EU
Thundersoft Europe GmbH
Magirus-Deutz-Straße 13,
89077 Ulm
Germany
service@thundercomm.com
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