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FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 vs Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal: Comparison
FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 vs Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal: the storage type difference
They are built to different briefs, and storage type shows it, FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 NVMe/M.2 against Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal eMMC. They differ on use case too, AI / Machine Learning on the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 versus General Purpose on the Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal. There is a split on official os as well, Android 12, Ubuntu, Debian on the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 versus Raspberry Pi OS, Debian on the Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal. They differ on connectivity too, 2x 2.5GbE, HDMI 2.1, 2x USB 3.0, USB-C, 4-lane... on the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 versus Gigabit Ethernet, USB-C, USB-A, RS485, CAN bus, accelerometer, light... on the Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal.
FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 vs Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal: which one fits your build
The FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 is the one to take for compact Linux desktop or dev workstation replacement and edge AI inference with NVMe-backed storage, though it is not the pick for ultra-low-budget builds and battery-powered portable projects. The Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal suits factory floor HMI panels with RS485/CAN and building automation touch control panels, though it is the wrong buy for cost-sensitive hobby projects and applications needing a larger or higher-res display. Our rating of the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 (8.5/10): one of the strongest all-around RK3588 boards for developers who want NVMe storage and desktop-class RAM without a carrier board. Our rating of the Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal (8/10): an excellent shortcut to a deployable industrial touchscreen panel, at a premium over building one from a bare CM4.
Which is cheaper, FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 or Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal?
Cost splits them too. FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 sits at $139, Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal at $195, 40% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 and Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal differ on onboard storage?
Yes. Onboard Storage reads 2 GB on the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 versus 32GB eMMC on the Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal.
Is the CPU Architecture the same on the FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 and Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal?
It is. Both are listed at ARM, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- FriendlyElec
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- Raspberry Pi Foundation
CPU Architecture
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- ARM
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- ARM
Model Number
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- NanoPC-T6
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- reTerminal (built on Raspberry Pi CM4)
Memory
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- 4GB to 16GB LPDDR5
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- 4GB LPDDR4
Storage Type
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- NVMe/M.2
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- eMMC
SoC Model
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- Quad Cortex-A76 2.4GHz + Quad Cortex-A55 1.8GHz
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- Quad-Core Cortex-A72 up to 1.5GHz
Has AI Accelerator / NPU
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- Yes
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- No
Wireless
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- WiFi 6
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- WiFi 5
GPIO Header
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- Yes
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- Yes
Price
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- 139 USD
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- 195 USD
Use Case
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- AI / Machine Learning
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- General Purpose
Onboard Storage
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- 2 GB
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- 32GB eMMC
Official OS
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- Android 12, Ubuntu, Debian
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- Raspberry Pi OS, Debian
Connectivity
- FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6
- 2x 2.5GbE, HDMI 2.1, 2x USB 3.0, USB-C, 4-lane MIPI-CSI/DSI
- Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
- Gigabit Ethernet, USB-C, USB-A, RS485, CAN bus, accelerometer, light sensor
Which one should you pick?
Choose FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | FriendlyElec NanoPC-T6 | Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $139.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $195.00 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
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.
Seeed Studio Seeed reTerminal
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An excellent shortcut to a deployable industrial touchscreen panel, at a premium over building one from a bare CM4.