D-Robotics RDK X5 Robot Developer Kit 10TOPS Sunrise5 A55 Ubuntu 22.04 Raspberry Pi IO 4GB/8GB RAM

Overview

The D-Robotics RDK X5 Robot Developer Kit is an AI edge computing and robotics development platform based on the Sunrise5 intelligent computing chip. It integrates an 8-core Cortex A55 CPU and provides up to 10TOPS equivalent computing power. With an interface layout similar to Raspberry Pi and support for Ubuntu 22.04, it is designed for robot navigation, environmental perception, multimodal interaction, and other AI/robotics workloads, and can run models and algorithms such as Transformer, RWKV, Occupancy Networks, Stereo Vision, and Perception.

RDK X5 is supported by D-Robotics software resources including the NodeHub modular development platform, RDK Studio integrated IDE toolchain, and more than 100 open-source algorithms and applications to accelerate development.

Key Features

• AI compute for edge robotics: up to 10TOPS equivalent computing power; supports running advanced AI models including Transformer and RWKV.
• CPU/GPU/BPU configuration: 8-core Cortex A55 @ 1.5GHz; GPU 32GFLOPS; BPU (Brain Processing Unit) 1x Bayes-e @ 10TOPS.
• Ubuntu 22.04 support for development and deployment.
• Raspberry Pi-style expansion: interface configuration similar to Raspberry Pi, including a 40-pin header and 28 GPIOs (detailed in Specifications).
• High-speed connectivity: USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet (with PoE power supply support), and WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.4.
• Camera & display expansion: 2x 4-lane MIPI CSI; HDMI and MIPI DSI 4-lane display support.
• Development ecosystem: D-Robotics NodeHub modular development platform and RDK Studio integrated IDE toolchain.
• Open-source reference resources: open-source AI reference algorithms and sample projects covering SLAM, target detection, voice interaction, and robotic arm control.
• Scalable for sensors: described as compatible with multiple sensors (typical examples include high-speed cameras and lidar).

Specifications

Performance Reference (as provided in comparison material)

• CPU performance score: 2906.7
• Power consumption: MAX 25W
• YOLOv5 algorithm frame rate: High performance mode 28~30fps

Optional Ecosystem Modules Mentioned

• RDK X5 MagicBox (listed as a separate kit concept): Built-in RDK X5 8GB main controller; GS130WI Stereo Depth Camera; dual-servo motor design; integrated large language model voice interaction.
• RDK X5 MIPI HD Camera module: Sony IMX219; 1080P / 800W; customized interface for RDK X5.
• AI Large Model Voice Module (module concept): integrates microphones and cavity speakers; supports far-field pickup, echo cancellation, and environmental noise reduction.
• Optional OpenClaw extension package (module concept): OpenClaw driver extension board, servo, RGB light bar, etc.; integrates a 0.91-inch OLED display screen, temperature and humidity sensors, onboard light bar foolproof interface, and a 4-channel servo dedicated interface.

Applications

• Robot navigation, environmental perception, and multimodal interaction
• SLAM, target detection, voice interaction, and robotic arm control (sample project directions)
• College AI and robotics courses, competition platforms, research projects, and visual sorting projects

Tutorials & Documentation

• Yahboom tutorial link:http://www.yahboom.net/study/RDK_X5
• Official user manual (RDK documentation):https://d-robotics.github.io/rdk_doc/en
• Robot Developer Community Forum:https://forum-en.d-robotics.cc/
• NodeHub Open Source Robot Application Center:https://developer.d-robotics.cc/en/nodehub

Learning materials are described as continuously updated (including an “Updated in June 2026” note), with references to offline/online AI large model development materials, OpenClaw tutorials, and ROS2 basics video tutorials with English subtitles.

Notes

• A note states that for kit options purchased with a TF card, the official system image may be written to the TF card before shipment (development environment configured).

For product selection guidance (4GB vs 8GB RAM options) or integration support, contact support@rcdrone.top or visit https://rcdrone.top/.

Authorization Information (visible certificate text)

• Certificate of Authorization text states that Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co., Ltd. is authorized as a non-exclusive online distributor of Shenzhen D-Robotics Co., Ltd. in Global for D-Robotics RDK series and related products.
• Term of Validity: May.31, 2024 to May.31, 2026.

Details

Built for multimodal robotics projects, RDK X5 pairs edge AI compute with depth sensing and voice input for fast prototyping.

A Raspberry Pi–style layout and Ubuntu 22.04 support make it easy to move from concept to deployment.

Development materials cover OpenClaw workflows plus online and offline large-model examples for common robotics tasks.

Backed by an active ecosystem with authorized distribution and continuously updated documentation and tools.

A quick spec comparison highlights where RDK X5 upgrades compute, connectivity, and camera/display expansion.

Performance comparisons help estimate real-time vision throughput for edge robotics workloads.

Expand vision projects with a MIPI CSI camera module option for stereo/mono perception pipelines.

Optional accessories add voice interaction hardware and an OpenClaw expansion for richer robot I/O and control.

Get started faster with structured tutorials, sample code, and ROS2 basics with English subtitles.

Example projects include visual understanding and positioning workflows that can use camera input or text prompts.

Official docs, the developer forum, and NodeHub references keep projects maintainable from prototype to product.

Switch between mainstream large models to evaluate latency, accuracy, and interaction patterns on-device.

Sunrise5 edge AI acceleration delivers up to 10TOPS for perception, navigation, and real-time decision pipelines.

Reference solutions cover common robotics building blocks such as depth, optical flow, and semantic scene understanding.

RDK X5 pairs RDK Studio with a library of 100+ open-source algorithms and examples to help speed up AI and robotics development.

D-Robotics RDK X5 supports a Type‑C “flash connection” workflow to speed up development and launch built-in applications with one click.

RDK X5 software tools provide one-click app startup, a unified board status dashboard, and guided upgrade steps for easier setup and maintenance.

The RDK X5 developer kit board provides a 40-pin header, four USB 3.0 ports, Ethernet with PoE support, Type‑C power/device, and CANFD for flexible prototyping.

The D-Robotics RDK X5 developer kit board supports common peripherals like camera modules, USB devices, HDMI display, and external power for prototyping.

Recommended add-ons for the RDK X5 board include camera modules, a depth camera, and gimbal-style mounts for vision projects.

Multiple compatible camera modules are available for the RDK X5 board to support vision-focused robot projects.

The RDK X5 developer kit includes a compact metal compute unit with I/O ports, a camera module, power supply, and keyboard/mouse for quick setup.

The D-Robotics RDK X5 developer kit supports PoE power, a real-time clock, dual MIPI camera input, CAN FD, WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.4, and a debug serial port for bring-up.

The RDK X5 board combines USB-A/USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet, and a Raspberry Pi–style GPIO header for robot prototyping.

The RDK X5 kit includes the main board along with a Type‑C power supply, Type‑C data cable, card reader, and a 64GB TF card for storage setup.

D-Robotics RDK X5 kit options include an aluminum alloy case, MIPI camera bundle, AI large model bundle, and OpenClaw extension accessories for expansion.

RDK X5 bundles pair the core board with a Type‑C power supply, cables, 64GB TF card and card reader, plus your choice of stereo camera, 7‑inch screen, LiDAR or 10‑axis IMU module.