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FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 vs Raspberry Pi Foundation Raspberry Pi 3 Model B: Comparison
FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 and Raspberry Pi Foundation Raspberry Pi 3 Model B differ on storage type: FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 at NVMe/M.2, Raspberry Pi Foundation Raspberry Pi 3 Model B at microSD. On price, Raspberry Pi Foundation Raspberry Pi 3 Model B sits at $35.00 against $139.00 for FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6.

$35.00
Consumercarts listing
@ Consumercarts listing ›Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | FriendlyElec | Raspberry Pi Foundation |
| CPU Architecture | ARM | ARM |
| Memory | 4GB to 16GB LPDDR5 | 1 |
| Storage Type | NVMe/M.2 | microSD |
| GPIO Header | true | Yes |
| Price | $139 | 35 |
| Use Case | AI / Machine Learning | Ultra-Compact / Budget |
| Power Input | 12V/2A DC barrel jack | 5V/2.5A via micro-USB |
| SoC | Rockchip RK3588 | Broadcom BCM2837 |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MP4 | VideoCore IV |
| USB Ports | 2x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB-C (data) | 4x USB 2.0 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 | Raspberry Pi Foundation Raspberry Pi 3 Model B |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $139.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $35.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
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Verdict
FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the strongest all-around RK3588 boards for developers who want NVMe storage and desktop-class RAM without a carrier board.



