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Compulab IOT-GATE-iMX8 vs Radxa ROCK 5B+: Comparison
Compulab IOT-GATE-iMX8 and Radxa ROCK 5B+ differ on processor: Compulab IOT-GATE-iMX8 at Quad-Core Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz, Radxa ROCK 5B+ at Rockchip RK3588, octa-core (4x 2.2-2.4GHz performance + 4x efficiency cores).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CompuLab | Radxa |
| Memory | 1GB to 4GB LPDDR4 | Up to 32GB |
| Model | IOT-GATE-iMX8 | Radxa ROCK 5B+ |
| Processor | Quad-Core Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz | Rockchip RK3588, octa-core (4x 2.2-2.4GHz performance + 4x efficiency cores) |
| Storage | 8GB to 64GB eMMC | M.2 M-key NVMe slot (rear-mounted) |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet, RS485, CAN bus, digital I/O, optional 4G/LTE, wide 9-36V DC input | USB 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI in and out, official PoE HAT support |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Compulab IOT-GATE-iMX8 | Radxa ROCK 5B+ |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $399.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
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Verdict
Compulab IOT-GATE-iMX8
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely industrial-grade gateway for automation deployments, priced and built for reliability over raw performance.
Radxa ROCK 5B+
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The most thoughtfully designed RK3588 board, with rear M.2 NVMe, 2.5GbE and PoE making it a genuinely strong desktop or NAS base.
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