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- Exploring the Kickpi K7C SBC: An introduction, complete specifications, and key features.
Kickpi K7C debuts featuring the RK3576 Edge AI SBC, delivering 6 TOPS AI performance and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports.
The KICKPI K7C Development Board from Shenzhen Kickpi Digital Technology Co., Ltd. is an exciting new single-board computer powered by the mid-to-high range Rockchip RK3576 processor, offering compatibility with multiple operating systems including Android, Debian, and Ubuntu.
Designed for AI, IoT, and industrial applications, this single board offers solid processing power, a capable GPU, and built-in connectivity. It runs on the Rockchip RK3576 with eight cores—four high-performance Cortex-A72 and four energy-efficient Cortex-A53—paired with a Mali-G52 GPU for smooth visuals and 4K@60fps playback. An integrated NPU delivers up to 6 TOPS for AI workloads, making it an excellent choice for lightweight AI tasks like image recognition and machine learning.
Hardware
The K7C board comes with versatile memory choices, offering 4GB, 8GB, or 16GB of RAM. Along with built-in eMMC storage of 16GB or 32GB, plus a SATA 3.0 slot for adding larger capacity drives. For connectivity, it features dual Gigabit Ethernet, built-in WiFi, and as an option it also supports 4G/5G connectivity through the board Mini PCIe slot.
Practical applications
In practice, it can be used for smart home projects, industrial automation, AI edge computing, or even as a multimedia hub, offering more raw AI power than a Raspberry Pi while remaining flexible and compact enough for a wide range of real-world use cases.
Main Highlights of the Kickpi K7 Board
- Processor (CPU): Rockchip RK3576 with 8 cores (4 Cortex-A72 + 4 Cortex-A53)
- Graphics (GPU): Mali-G52 MC3 supporting 4K video playback and 3D graphics
- AI Accelerator (NPU): Up to 6 TOPS for machine learning and AI inference tasks
- Integrated onboard Wi-Fi /BT Support: eliminating the need to purchase an extra card module.
- Memory (RAM): Options for 4GB, 8GB, or 16GB LPDDR4
- Storage: Built-in 16GB or 32GB eMMC with SATA 3.0 expansion for larger drives
- Connectivity: Features dual Gigabit Ethernet and a WiFi module, with support for both 4G and 5G mobile network modules.
- Video Output: Supports 4K@60Hz video decoding.
- Operating Systems: Android 14, Debian 12, Ubuntu 24.04
- Interfaces: Include MIPI-CSI camera interface and audio I/O, it’s ideal for multimedia and AI vision projects.
- Well-documented: Comes with a complete SDK, thorough documentation, hardware schematics, and a range of software resources.
- Applications: Ideal for automation, edge AI, industrial control, and long-term use
Full specifications of the Kickpi K7C Dev Board
| Function | Main Parameter |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Rockchip RK3576, Quad Cortex-A72 + Quad Cortex-A53, 64-bit, up to 2.0GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G52 MC3, supports OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.2, OpenCL 2.2, Vulkan 1.2 |
| NPU (AI Engine) | Up to 6 TOPS computing power, supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 mixed precision |
| Memory (RAM) | 4GB / 8GB / 16GB |
| Internal Storage | 16GB / 32GB eMMC |
| M.2 2280 M-Key NVMe slot | ✔ |
| SATA Port | ✔ |
| Systems Supported | Android 14.0 / Debian 12 / Ubuntu 24.04 |
| Power Supply | DC 12V |
| Cooling Fan | Yes, it runs on 5V power. |
| LED Indicators | Power LED, Work LED |
| USB HOST Ports | 3x USB 3.0 HOST |
| USB OTG | 1x USB 2.0 OTG |
| Infrared Receiver | Yes |
| Real-Time Clock | Yes (HYM8563) |
| Debug Serial Port | Yes |
| Buttons | Recovery Key, Reset Key, MaskROM Key, Power Key |
| Expansion Pins (A total of 40 pins) | 4 × UART 1 × SPI 11 × PWM 1 × ADC 2 × I²C 28 × GPIO |
| HDMI Display | 1 × HDMI (up to 4K @ 60Hz) |
| MIPI DSI Display | 2 × MIPI DSI (up to 1920×1080 @ 60Hz) |
| LVDS Display | 1 × LVDS (up to 1920×1080 @ 60Hz) |
| EDP Display | 1 × EDP (up to 2560×1600 @ 60Hz) |
| MIPI CSI Camera | 1 × 4 Lane or 2 × 2 Lane |
| Speaker | Yes (Max Power 5W) |
| Headphones | Yes |
| Microphone | Yes |
| Connectivity | ✔ Integrated RTL8822CS WiFi/BT 2T2R (802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi‑Fi 5). ✔ Dual Gigabit Ethernet (1000M × 2). ✔ 4G/5G module available through slot (Optional) (Supporting: 4G EC20 / EC200, 5G RG200U). |
| Dimensions | 4.33 x 2.95 x 0.79 inches |
What sets this board apart?
Compared to other Chinese single-board computers, this one has pretty reasonable software support, with available images for Android 14, Debian, Ubuntu, and Armbian. In addition, the company has solid experience in developing and marketing Certified Android TV boxes under its own Kickpi brand, with product customization being its key strength.
Price and Availability
There’s also a second model called the K7 board with similar specs, but from our understanding, the 7C includes an integrated SATA port, while the K7 lacks this feature. Here’s a breakdown of the board prices across various e-commerce platforms.
| Model | RAM / eMMC | Typical Price | Seller/Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| KICKPI K7 | 4GB RAM / 32GB eMMC | $129–$139 USD | Amazon (US/UK) |
| KICKPI K7C | 4GB RAM / 32GB eMMC | $98–$106 USD | AliExpress |
| KICKPI K7C (higher configs) | 8GB RAM / 64GB eMMC | Quote-based (varies, ~$140–$160) | Tanix supplier / AliExpress bulk |
| KICKPI K7 (industrial configs) | 8GB RAM / 64GB eMMC | ~$159–$179 USD | Amazon / specialty distributors |
Business inquiries
If you’re interested in the company’s products or have any questions, feel free to contact them directly using the information provided below.
Business inquiries contact info:
- Company name: Shenzhen Kickpi Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
- Name: Winnie Wong
- Title: Sales Department
- Mobile/Wechat/WhatsApp/Telegram：+86 13212796902
- Website: www.kickpi.com
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Address: 11st Floor, Block1, Esun 3D Building, No.642-2, ZhouShi Road, BaoAn District, Shenzhen
About
Founded in 2021 in Shenzhen, China, Shenzhen Kickpi Digital Technology Co., Ltd. is a growing SME that focuses on creating custom development boards and open-source hardware and software solutions for industries such as IoT, smart homes, industrial automation, and AI computing.