SainSmart ARM11 Tiny6410 Development Board
Best embedded platform for students and hardware prototyping enthusiasts.
This board is a reliable workhorse for mastering embedded systems, pairing a tactile interface with essential hardware debugging tools. While it lacks the raw power of modern single-board computers, its straightforward architecture makes it an ideal sandbox for learning the fundamentals of low-level development.
$149.84
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious hobbyists learning ARM development on an affordable platform
- Students building embedded GUIs without purchasing additional hardware components
- Engineers studying legacy embedded operating system kernels and architecture
Who should skip it
- Professionals requiring high-speed connectivity and modern wireless interface standards
- Developers requiring high performance for modern, resource-intensive computing tasks
- Beginners needing active community support and current, updated documentation
Performance breakdown
Embedded Versatility
Broad OS support makes this a flexible sandbox for legacy projects.
Hardware Connectivity
Abundant serial and USB ports simplify complex peripheral integration.
Interactive Interface
Integrated touch screen provides immediate visual feedback for rapid prototyping.
Processing Power
The ARM11 architecture shows its age for modern, resource-heavy applications.
Debugging Capability
Dedicated JTAG interface ensures reliable hardware-level troubleshooting.
Memory Capacity
Limited RAM and NAND flash restrict large-scale software deployments.
Key Specs
CPU Clock Speed
533 MHz
RAM
256 MB DDR RAM
Onboard Flash
256 MB NAND Flash
Dimensions (SDK-Board)
180 x 130 mm
Ethernet
RJ-45 10/100M
USB Interfaces
1x USB Host 1.1, 1x miniUSB Slave 2.0
Serial Ports
4x DB9 (RS232)
Power Input
Regulated 5V DC
Operating Voltage
5.0 Volts
Form Factor
SODIMM
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