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Banana Pi BPI-F3 vs Hardkernel ODROID-M1: Comparison
What is the difference between Banana Pi BPI-F3 and Hardkernel ODROID-M1?
The first real difference is cpu architecture: Banana Pi BPI-F3 RISC-V against Hardkernel ODROID-M1 ARM. Soc model is not the same on both, Octa-core RISC-V on the Banana Pi BPI-F3 versus Rockchip RK3568B2, Quad-Core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz on the Hardkernel ODROID-M1.
Who each one is for
Take the Banana Pi BPI-F3 for RISC-V networking experiments that want dual Ethernet and PCIe expansion in a compact board. Avoid it for buyers who want the most mature RISC-V Linux distribution support currently available. The Hardkernel ODROID-M1 suits Dual-WAN home router or OpenWrt builds and compact NVMe-backed NAS or Plex server, though it is not built for x86-only router software like pfSense/OPNsense and portable or battery-powered projects (no wireless). Our rating of the Banana Pi BPI-F3 (7/10): octa-core RISC-V with dual Ethernet and PCIe, in a far smaller package than the Jupiter. Our rating of the Hardkernel ODROID-M1 (7.7/10): an unusually well-specced ARM board for home routing and NAS duty, with dual Ethernet and NVMe support that few competitors offer at this price.
Specs and benchmarks
These products are in different categories and don't share enough specifications to compare meaningfully.
Which one should you pick?
Choose Banana Pi BPI-F3 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Hardkernel ODROID-M1 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Banana Pi BPI-F3 | Hardkernel ODROID-M1 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $68.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Banana Pi BPI-F3
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Octa-core RISC-V with dual Ethernet and PCIe, in a far smaller package than the Jupiter.
Hardkernel ODROID-M1
7.7 / 10 Expert Rating
An unusually well-specced ARM board for home routing and NAS duty, with dual Ethernet and NVMe support that few competitors offer at this price.