What is Asus Tinker Board?
The Asus Tinker Board is an ultra-small single-board computer (SBC) that delivers top performance with superior mechanical compatibility from Asus.
Asus Tinker Board provides DIY PC makers, IoT enthusiasts, and PC makers with a powerful, reliable platform to build and turn their ideas into reality.
Outstanding Features of Asus Tinker Board
#first. Leading in performance
#first. Leading in performance
Tinker Board được trang bị bộ nhớ kênh đôi LPDDR3 2GB. Ngoài ra, nó còn được trang bị giao diện SD 3.0 cung cấp tốc độ đọc và ghi nhanh hơn đáng kể để mở rộng thẻ nhớ microSD sử dụng cho hệ điều hành, ứng dụng và lưu trữ tệp.
#2. Powerful GPU Performance
With a powerful yet energy-efficient design, the Asus Tinker Board supports GPU computing APIs and next-generation graphics. Powered by ARM-based Mali-T764 GPU, Tinker Board GPUs and fixed-function processors are used for a variety of purposes, including high-quality media playback, gaming, vision computing, gesture recognition, image stabilization and processing, as well as computational photography and more.
Multimedia enthusiasts will appreciate the support for H.264 playback and H.265 fixed functionality, including HD and UHD video playback (at 30fps only available via media player included).
#3. HD sound quality
In order to improve on important features missing on many SBC boards, Asus Tinker Board is equipped with an HD codec that supports audio up to 24-bit/192kHz. Its built-in audio jack supports audio output and microphone input without the need for other expansion modules.
#4. Manufacturer-friendly thanks to IoT connectivity
Asus Tinker Board features standard connectivity options from the manufacturer, including a 40-pin GPIO interface that allows communication with a variety of inputs from buttons, switches, sensors, LEDs, and more.
The Tinker Board is equipped with a DSI MIPI connector for monitors and touch screens, a secondary CSI MIPI connection for connecting to compatible cameras that enable computer vision,…
The Tinker Board is equipped with a DSI MIPI connector for monitors and touch screens, a secondary CSI MIPI connection for connecting to compatible cameras that enable computer vision,…
The Tinker Board’s built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth controller is shielded with a metal housing that reduces interference and improves radio performance. An integrated IPEX antenna head allows easy antenna replacement or upgrade.
The Tinker Board also has a full-size HDMI output. In addition, it is equipped with 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting accessories and peripherals.
#5. Advanced DIY Design
The design and development of the Asus Tinker Board has been carefully considered to ensure that it provides an outstanding experience for both first-time builders and seasoned users alike.
The color-coded 40-pin GPIO interface makes the corresponding pins easier to identify. The Tinker Board’s PCB topology and size are consistent with standard SBC boards, allowing support for a wide variety of chassis and physical accessories.
The PCB features screening with connector pins with location annotations making connections easier than ever, the onboard MIPI pins also feature color-coded pull tabs.
The PCB features screening with connector pins with location annotations making connections easier than ever, the onboard MIPI pins also feature color-coded pull tabs.
#6. Supported operating systems
TinkerOS – A Debian-based distribution that guarantees a smooth and fully functional experience. Whether it’s browsing the web, watching videos or writing scripts, TinkerOS is a great choice for projects and applications.
Furthermore, TinkerOS has been designed to be extremely lightweight and responsive, running on the base Debian 9, which is the LXDE desktop environment.
This GUI is optimized specifically for single board computers. It also features support for NTFS plug & play, allowing easy access to Windows-based external hard drives and flash drives.
The included web browser has also been carefully selected and optimized, based on Chromium allowing for speed and stability along with several extensions.
The ASUS team helped to enable hardware acceleration of the browser allowing for improved web rendering and video playback including HD resolution in YouTube.
TinkerOS also includes a number of popular apps that allow for easy programming and development. These include IDLE/Python as well as Squeak/Scratch.
In addition to the built-in TinkerOS and Debian Linux, Tinker Board also supports the Android operating system. Tinker Board is also working closely with a variety of popular apps to enable support and optimize functionality.
Asus Tinker Board Performance
CPU Performance
Asus Tinker Board has an ARM-based SoC RK3288 and is equipped with four cores to enhance multi-threaded application performance. It operates at frequencies up to 1.8 GHz, improving performance across all applications.
Increasing the number of CPU cores together with increasing processor frequency results in significantly faster performance across a wide range of applications. As a result, common PC tasks will be faster and more responsive.
GPU Performance
The Asus Tinker Board’s GPU is based on the Mali-T764 GPU, which offers up to 4 cores and a 600 MHz clock speed. When compared to competitor SBC GPUs, Tinker Board offers better GPU computing performance and GPU acceleration.
Thread and memory performance
Thread and memory performance
SD card read/write speed
The Asus Tinker Board has a microSD card slot for expandable storage onboard. It supports the SD 3.0 standard, so it can use a higher capacity microSD card for significantly faster read and write performance.
- Read speed: up to 89% faster
- Write speed: up to 40% faster
Network/audio parameters
| Specifying | Wifi | Audio Format/Sample Rate | Sound function |
| Tinker Ban | 802.11 b/g/n with upgradable IPEX antenna | Play: 24bit/192KHz, Record: 24bit/96KHz | Audio Out, Microphone Input |
| Rival SBC | 802.11 b/g/n | 16bit/48KHz | Audio output only |
Network performance
Tinker Board with gigabit Ethernet provides significantly improved throughput compared to competitor SBCs equipped with 10/100 Ethernet.
Tinker Board with gigabit Ethernet provides significantly improved throughput compared to competitor SBCs equipped with 10/100 Ethernet.
Tinker Board’s dedicated controller and sharedless bus design ensure superior packet sending and receiving. LAN performance remains the same on Tinker Board during USB transfers compared to competitor SBC’s LAN performance, which suffers up to 18% reduction in speed during USB transfers.
LAN performance during USB transfer
USB speed
Asus Tinker Board delivers superior read and write performance with external storage drives, allowing for faster read and write speeds. This improves overall file workflow, copying, backup, and usage.
- Read speed: up to 154% faster
- Read speed: up to 154% faster
Wi-Fi Performance
Tinker Board’s Wi-Fi performance is stronger than most competitor devices, allowing for improved signal reception.
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