Product Introduction:Sige3
Let's get to know Sige3 in 5 minutes.
Overview
The ArmSoM-Sige3 features the Rockchip RK3568B2, a high-performance and low-power quad-core application processor designed for personal mobile internet devices and AloT devices. The Sige3 supports up to 4K@60 HDMI, MIPI DSI, MIPI CSI, USB ports, Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5G network port, PCIe 3.0, 40-pin GPIO expansion header, and RTC.
Key Specifications
- SOC: Rockchip RK3568B2
- CPU: Quad-core Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz
- GPU: ARM Mali G52
- VPU/Codec:
- Hardware Decoding: H.265/VP9 (HEVC) hardware decoding (up to 4Kp60)
- Hardware Encoding: H.264 hardware encoding (up to 1080p60)
- RAM: 2/4/8 GB 32-bit LPDDR4x, default 4GB
- Flash: 8/16/32/64 GB eMMC, default eMMC 32GB
- Operating Voltage: Wide input voltage range from 4.5V to 18V (voltage tolerance ±5%)
- Operating Temperature: 0℃ ~ 80℃
- Operating System:
- Rockchip official support: Debian11, Buildroot
- Third-party support: Armbian
- PCB: 8-layer PCB design
- Weight: 42.3g
- Dimensions: 92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm
Getting started
Sige User Manual
How to start using your Sige
Hardware
Hardware Interface
On the Sige3, there are two Type-C interfaces that look identical, but only one of them (Type-C DC IN) serves as the power input interface.
Hardware Spec
Sige3 Hardware Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| SOC | |
| CPU | |
| GPU | |
| VPU/Codec | |
| RAM | |
| Flash | |
| PCIe | |
| Network | |
| Video Output | |
| Audio | |
| USB Ports | |
| 40-pin | |
| Other | |
| Power | |
| Buttons | |
| System | |
| Dimensions | |
| Operating Temperature |
RK3528 Block Diagram
RK3528 Block Diagram
Hardware Pin Definitions
40-pin header
| GPIO number | Function | Pin | Pin | Function | GPIO number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.3V | 1 | 2 | +5.0V | ||
| 130 | I2C1_SDA_M0 / UART3_RTSN / I2S1_SDI3 / GPIO4_A2_d / | 3 | 4 | +5.0V | |
| 131 | I2C1_SCL_M0 / UART3_CTSN / I2S1_SDI2 / GPIO4_A3_d | 5 | 6 | GND | |
| 1 | REF_CLK_OUT_M0 /GPIO0_A1 | 7 | 8 | UART0_TX_M0 / JTAG_MCU_TCK_M1 / JTAG_CPU_TCK_M1 / GPIO4_D0_d | 152 |
| GND | 9 | 10 | GPIO0_B6 / UART0_RX_M0 / JTAG_MCU_TMS_M1 / JTAG_CPU_TMS_M1 / GPIO4_C7_u | 151 | |
| 0 | GPIO0_A0 | 11 | 12 | GPIO4_A5_d / I2S1_SCLK / UART1_RTSN | 133 |
13 | 14 | GND | |||
15 | 16 | ||||
| +3.3V | 17 | 18 | |||
| 138 | SPI0_MOSI / PDM_SDI0 / I2S1_SDO3 / GPIO4_B2_d | 19 | 20 | GND | |
| 41 | SPI0_MISO / PDM_SDI2 / I2S1_SDI1 / GPIO4_B3_d | 21 | 22 | ||
| 43 | SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0 / GPIO4_B4_d | 23 | 24 | SPI0_CSN0 / PWR_CTRL1 /SPI0_CS0_M2 | 44 |
| GND | 25 | 26 | PWM6_M0 / SPI0_CSN1 / PDM_SDI3 / GPIO4_C1_d | 145 | |
| 150 | I2C0_SDA_M0 / PWM0_M0 / GPU_AVS / GPIO4_C3_d | 27 | 28 | ARM_AVS / PWM1_M0 / I2C0_SCL_M0 / GPIO4_C4_d | 148 |
29 | 30 | GND | |||
31 | 32 | GPIO4_C0/PWM5_M0 / FEPHY_LED_LINK_M0 / UART3_TX_M1 | 144 | ||
| 103 | GPIO4_B7 / PWM4_M0 / FEPHY_LED_SPD_M0 / UART3_RX_M1 | 33 | 34 | GND | |
| 134 | UART1_TX_M0 / I2S1_LRCK / GPIO4_A6_d | 35 | 36 | ||
37 | 38 | GPIO3_B2 / SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0 | 106 | ||
| GND | 39 | 40 | GPIO4_A7_d / UART1_RX_M0 / I2S1_SDO0 | 107 |
FAN
0.8mm connector(CON3400)
| Pin | Assignment | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC_5V0 | 5V Power ouput |
| 2 | GND | GND |
| 3 | PWM | PWM control |
HPOUT
0.8mm connector(CON3200)
| Pin | Assignment | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AOR | right channel |
| 2 | AOL | left channel |
| 3 | GND | GND |
VRTC
0.8mm connector(CON2200)
| Pin | Assignment | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | + | Positive pole |
| 2 | - | Negative pole |
Resources
Source Code
Armbian
Armbian Linux build framework
Sige3 kernel
Improved Rockchip Linux
Sige3 uboot
rockchip-linux/u-boot
Official Image
ArmSoM team uses Debian bullseye as the official operating system.
Download
The following systems have been tested and verified by ArmSoM official:
Network disk address:
Google Drive link| logo | Description | Download |
|---|---|---|
 | debian11 for Sige3 : Debian 11 continues to uphold Debian's tradition by offering a stable and reliable operating system environment. It has undergone rigorous testing and stability assurances, making it suitable for servers, desktops, and embedded devices alike. | Google Drive link |
 | Android9 Box for Sige3 : The Android 9 Box version is an Android operating system specifically designed for TV boxes. It is based on Android 9 Pie, focusing on optimizing user experience and performance for large-screen devices. | Google Drive link |
Third Party System
| logo | Description | Download |
|---|---|---|
 | Armbian for Sige3 : Armbian is a computing build framework that allows users to create ready-to-use images with working kernels in variable user space configurations for various single board computers. It provides various pre-build images for some supported boards. These are usually Debian or Ubuntu flavored. | armbian image |
 | ubuntu-rockchip for Sige3 : This project aims to provide a default Ubuntu experience for Rockchip RK3588 devices. Get started today with an Ubuntu Server or Desktop image for a familiar environment. | ubuntu-rockchip image |
Hardware Resources
Product Certificates
CE / FCC / RoHS
Supply Statement
The ArmSoM-Sige3 will be produced at least until September 2034.
Accessories
The official accessories designed for the ArmSoM-Sige are intended to help you achieve optimal performance from your computer.
Camera Module 1
The camera module 1, compatible with the OV13850 sensor, is a low-power camera module.
Display-10-HD
A 10.1-inch touchscreen display, ideal for interactive projects like entertainment systems and information dashboards.
Sige DIY Case 1
Combining high-quality construction with a clean, minimalist design, the metal casing adds a premium touch.
Active Cooling Kit
The active cooling kit ensures Sige runs smoothly even during the most demanding tasks.
Purchase Samples
ArmSoM Official Website: https://www.armsom.org/product-page/Sige3
ArmSoM Official AliExpress Store: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/1102800175
ArmSoM Official Taobao Store: https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=757023687970
For OEM & ODM, please contact: sales@armsom.org