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Banana Pi BPI-M7 vs Hardkernel ODROID-M1: Comparison
Banana Pi BPI-M7 vs Hardkernel ODROID-M1 gpu model compared
The first real difference is gpu model: Banana Pi BPI-M7 Mali-G610 against Hardkernel ODROID-M1 Mali-G52 2EE. They differ on power input too, USB Type-C PD, 9V/2A, 12V/2A or 15V/2A on the Banana Pi BPI-M7 versus 12V/2A DC barrel on the Hardkernel ODROID-M1. They differ on memory too, 8GB to 32GB LPDDR4x on the Banana Pi BPI-M7 versus 8 GB on the Hardkernel ODROID-M1. There is a split on soc model as well, Octa-core on the Banana Pi BPI-M7 versus Rockchip RK3568B2, Quad-Core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz on the Hardkernel ODROID-M1.
Who each one is for
Take the Banana Pi BPI-M7 for Edge-AI and network-appliance builds that want dual 2.5GbE alongside RK3588 compute. It is the wrong buy for buyers who don't need the extra networking ports and want to save money on a single-GbE board. The Hardkernel ODROID-M1 suits Dual-WAN home router or OpenWrt builds and compact NVMe-backed NAS or Plex server, though it is not the pick for x86-only router software like pfSense/OPNsense and portable or battery-powered projects (no wireless). Our rating of the Banana Pi BPI-M7 (8/10): full RK3588 silicon plus dual 2.5GbE in a Pico-ITX board built for edge-AI and network appliances. 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.
Which is cheaper, Banana Pi BPI-M7 or Hardkernel ODROID-M1?
The Banana Pi BPI-M7 asks 143% more, $165 against $68.00 for the Hardkernel ODROID-M1.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- Banana Pi
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- Hardkernel
Model Number
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- BPI-M7
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- ODROID-M1
Memory
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- 8GB to 32GB LPDDR4x
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- 8 GB
SoC Model
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- Octa-core (4x Cortex-A76 + 4x Cortex-A55)
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- Rockchip RK3568B2, Quad-Core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz
Price
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- 165 USD
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- 68 USD
GPU Model
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- Mali-G610
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- Mali-G52 2EE
Power Input
- Banana Pi BPI-M7
- USB Type-C PD, 9V/2A, 12V/2A or 15V/2A
- Hardkernel ODROID-M1
- 12V/2A DC barrel
Which one should you pick?
Choose Banana Pi BPI-M7 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-M7 | Hardkernel ODROID-M1 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $165.00 View on 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-M7
8 / 10 Expert Rating
Full RK3588 silicon plus dual 2.5GbE in a Pico-ITX board built for edge-AI and network appliances.
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.