Dragon Q6A Qualcomm QCS6490 Octa-core Development Board for Edge AI

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Dragon Q6A Qualcomm QCS6490 Octa-Core Platform
Exceptional Performance, Ushering in a New Era ofIntelligent Edge Computing
Built upon the Qualcomm QCS6490 chipset platform, the Radxa Dragon Q6A is a high-performance,low-power industrial-grade single board computer designed for Industrial IoT (IIoT), Edge AI,and smart terminals.

The Dragon Q6A from Radxa is a powerful embedded computing platform built around the Qualcomm QCS6490, an advanced octa-core processor designed for edge AI, industrial IoT, robotics and smart devices. Equipped with LPDDR5 RAM, this platform delivers exceptional multitasking capability, high-efficiency performance and robust AI acceleration for demanding real-time applications. The QCS6490 integrates next-generation CPU, GPU and DSP architectures, enabling smooth multimedia processing, advanced computer vision, machine learning inference and low-latency control. With support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, high-speed I/O interfaces and multiple display outputs, the Dragon Q6A offers outstanding flexibility for developers building intelligent systems, edge computing nodes, autonomous equipment and AI-enhanced embedded solutions. Its compact form factor, industrial-grade reliability and Radxas developer-friendly ecosystem make it an ideal choice for professional projects requiring high performance, energy-efficient processing and long-term stability.
Wireless and Wired, High-Speed Connectivity
Integrated Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.4, providing stable and high-speed wireless network connections.
Equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet interface, supporting PoE power supply (additional PoE expansion boardrequired), achieving network and power supply through a single cable.

Key Features:

Qualcomm QCS6490 Octa-Core Processor: High-performance CPU architecture designed for edge AI, automation and real-time embedded applications.
4GB/6GB/8GB/12GB/16GB LPDDR5: Provides fast data throughput and smooth multitasking for complex workloads.
Advanced AI & Vision Capability: Powerful GPU and DSP enable efficient machine learning, multimedia processing and computer vision.
Rich Connectivity Options: Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, multiple display interfaces and high-speed I/O expansion.
Industrial-Grade Reliability: Stable operation with long lifecycle support suitable for commercial and industrial deployments.
Compact & Developer-Friendly: Ideal for robotics, smart devices, automation systems and next-generation IoT solutions.

Robust Software Ecosystem, Flexible Multi-System Adaptation
The Qualcomm QCS6490 platform offers long-term support, compatible with various operating systemsincluding Linux (Yocto, Ubuntu, Deepin, Fedora, Armbian, Arch), and Windows 11 IoT Enterprise, meeting theneeds of different application scenarios.

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