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Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC vs Orange Pi AIpro: Comparison
Which should you buy, Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC or Orange Pi AIpro?
it is not the pick for buyers who want the smallest or cheapest RK3588S board available. It is equally the pick for Linux enthusiasts who want easier OS installation via UEFI boot on RK3588S hardware. it is the wrong buy for buyers already invested in the CUDA/TensorRT or Edge TPU ecosystems. It also earns its place with developers specifically targeting Huawei's Ascend AI software ecosystem on affordable hardware. Our rating of the Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC (7.5/10): the original RK3588S design, still notable for UEFI boot support that makes standard Linux installs far easier. Our rating of the Orange Pi AIpro (7.5/10): affordable access to Huawei's Ascend AI stack, with up to 20 TOPS on tap.
Specs and benchmarks
These products are in different categories and don't share enough specifications to compare meaningfully.
Which one should you pick?
Choose Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Orange Pi AIpro if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC | Orange Pi AIpro |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $219.00 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
Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The original RK3588S design, still notable for UEFI boot support that makes standard Linux installs far easier.
Orange Pi AIpro
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Affordable access to Huawei's Ascend AI stack, with up to 20 TOPS on tap.