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Banana Pi BPI-F3 RISC-V single-board computer
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Banana Pi BPI-F3

Expert rating7 / 10

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SoC:
SpacemiT K1
CPU:
Octa-core RISC-V
RAM:
4GB to 8GB
Networking:
Dual Ethernet
Expansion:
PCIe 2.1

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Manufacturer: Banana Pi Last updated: September 11, 2026

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Banana Pi BPI-F3 Review

The BPI-F3 pairs SpacemiT's octa-core K1 RISC-V processor with dual Ethernet ports and PCIe 2.1 expansion, positioning it as a RISC-V single-board PC aimed at networking and general compute rather than pure embedded use.

The BPI-F3 uses the same SpacemiT K1 (M1) SoC family found in the Milk-V Jupiter already on this site, but in a compact single-board format rather than a full mini-ITX motherboard, giving RISC-V buyers a smaller, cheaper way to test the same silicon.

The Same Silicon Family as the Milk-V Jupiter

The BPI-F3 uses the same SpacemiT K1 (M1) SoC family found in the Milk-V Jupiter already on this site, but in a compact single-board format rather than a full mini-ITX motherboard, giving RISC-V buyers a smaller, cheaper way to test the same silicon.

Dual Ethernet for Networking Projects

Two Ethernet ports plus PCIe 2.1 expansion make the BPI-F3 a candidate for RISC-V router and network-appliance experiments, an unusual combination for boards at this architecture's current maturity level.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the Milk-V Jupiter already on this site, the BPI-F3 uses the same core RISC-V silicon in a smaller, cheaper single-board format rather than a full ATX-power motherboard. Against the StarFive VisionFive 2 already on this site, the BPI-F3 uses a different RISC-V silicon vendor (SpacemiT rather than StarFive), giving developers a third distinct RISC-V hardware and software stack to compare.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7 / 10

Octa-core RISC-V with dual Ethernet and PCIe, in a far smaller package than the Jupiter.

Best for

  • RISC-V networking experiments that want dual Ethernet and PCIe expansion in a compact board.

Not for

  • Buyers who want the most mature RISC-V Linux distribution support currently available.

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

BrandBanana Pi

Processor

SoC ModelSpacemiT K1

Memory

RAM Capacity4GB to 8GB
CPU ArchitectureRISC-V

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Banana Pi BPI-F3 (Single-Board Computer/SpacemiT K1/Octa-Core RISC-V/Dual Ethernet/PCIe 2.1)?

Key specs for the Banana Pi BPI-F3: SoC SpacemiT K1, CPU Octa-core RISC-V, CPU Architecture RISC-V, RAM 4GB to 8GB, Networking Dual Ethernet, Expansion PCIe 2.1.

Will the Banana Pi BPI-F3 (Single-Board Computer/SpacemiT K1/Octa-Core RISC-V/Dual Ethernet/PCIe 2.1) work with my current setup?

The Banana Pi BPI-F3 (Single-Board Computer/SpacemiT K1/Octa-Core RISC-V/Dual Ethernet/PCIe 2.1) lists SoC is SpacemiT K1. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the Banana Pi BPI-F3 (Single-Board Computer/SpacemiT K1/Octa-Core RISC-V/Dual Ethernet/PCIe 2.1) best suited to?

Best suited to: RISC-V networking experiments that want dual Ethernet and PCIe expansion in a compact board.

What are the drawbacks of the Banana Pi BPI-F3 (Single-Board Computer/SpacemiT K1/Octa-Core RISC-V/Dual Ethernet/PCIe 2.1)?

Not the best fit for: Buyers who want the most mature RISC-V Linux distribution support currently available.

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