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Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC vs Radxa CM3: Comparison
Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC and Radxa CM3 differ on memory: Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC at 4GB to 16GB LPDDR4, Radxa CM3 at 2GB to 8GB LPDDR4, which puts Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC ahead on that measure. On price, Radxa CM3 sits at $25.00 against $219.00 for Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Firefly | Radxa |
| Memory | 4GB to 16GB LPDDR4 | 2GB to 8GB LPDDR4 |
| Price | From $219 | $25 (module only) |
| Model | ROC-RK3588S-PC | CM3 |
| SoC | Rockchip RK3588S | Rockchip RK3566 |
| Processor | Octa-core (4x Cortex-A76 + 4x Cortex-A55) | Quad-Core Cortex-A55 up to 1.8GHz |
| Storage | Up to 128GB eMMC | 0-128GB onboard eMMC |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Firefly ROC-RK3588S-PC | Radxa CM3 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $219.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $25.00 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.
Radxa CM3
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A pragmatic supply-chain hedge for CM4-based products, not a board for hobbyist tinkering out of the box.