In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

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Beryllium Technology’s ARMxy series ARM industrial computers cover these commonly used Cortex A53 processor models, where the BL350 uses the TI AM6254, the BL360 series uses the i.MX8M Mini processor, and the BL370 uses the RK3562J processor. Below is a detailed comparison of the three classic quad-core Cortex-A53 processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J, covering key dimensions such as architecture, performance, interfaces, and applicable scenarios.

In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

1. Core Parameter Comparison

Feature TI AM6254 NXP i.MX8M Mini Rockchip RK3562J

CPU Architecture

4x Cortex-A53 (1.4GHz) + Cortex-M4F (400MHz)

4x Cortex-A53 (1.8GHz) + Cortex-M4 (400MHz)

4x Cortex-A53 (1.8GHz) + Cortex-M0 (200Mhz)

GPU

GCN GPU (OpenGL ES 3.1)

Vivante GC3200 (OpenGL ES 2.0)

Mali-G52 MP2 (OpenGL ES 3.2)

NPU

None

None

1 TOPS (Lightweight AI support)

Video Codec

1080p60 H.265/H.264

1080p60 H.265/H.264

4K30 H.265/H.264

Industrial Interfaces

CAN-FD + PRU-ICSS

CAN-FD

CAN 2.0B + TSN Ethernet

Real-Time Core Performance

M4F (Strong real-time)

M4 (Medium real-time)

M0 (Basic real-time)

Typical Power Consumption

<3W

2–4W

2–4W

2. Key Differences and Explanations

  1. RK3562J Architecture:

  • No floating-point unit (FPU), real-time computing capability is lower than M4F.

  • Requires software optimization to achieve low-latency control.

  • 4x Cortex-A53 + Cortex-M0, M0 core provides basic real-time performance (weaker than M4/M4F), suitable for simple real-time tasks (e.g., sensor polling).

  • Real-Time Performance Ranking:TI AM6254 (M4F+PRU) > i.MX8M Mini (M4) > RK3562J (M0)

    • PRU-ICSS (TI proprietary) supports nanosecond-level response, suitable for demanding scenarios like motor control.

    • The M0 core of RK3562J is only suitable for non-strict real-time tasks (e.g., data acquisition).

    3. Recommended Application Scenarios

    Scenario Recommended Processor Reason

    High Real-Time Industrial Control

    TI AM6254

    M4F+PRU-ICSS achieves microsecond-level response (e.g., PLC, servo drive)

    Medium Real-Time HMI + Multimedia

    i.MX8M Mini

    M4 core handles UI response, A53 runs Linux/Android

    Lightweight Real-Time + AI Edge Computing

    RK3562J

    M0 core processes sensor data, 1 TOPS NPU runs algorithms like face detection

    Ultra-Low Power Gateway

    TI AM6254

    <3W power consumption + hardware-level energy efficiency optimization

    4. Summary

    • TI AM6254: Industrial real-time ceiling, but sacrifices AI and 4K video capabilities.

    • i.MX8M Mini: Balance of multimedia and real-time performance, suitable for automotive and interactive terminals.

    • RK3562J: Cost-effective + lightweight AI, M0 core is only suitable for non-demanding real-time scenarios (performance boundaries should be noted).

    Selection Recommendations:

    • Strict real-time control → TI AM6254

    • Multimedia + medium real-time → i.MX8M Mini

    • Low-cost AI edge device → RK3562J (avoid complex real-time tasks)

    The ARMxy industrial computer BL410 series uses a quad-core ARM Cortex-A55, with a frequency of up to 1.8GHz/2.0GHz, equipped with various combinations of 8/16/32GByte eMMC, 1/2/4GByte LPDDR4X RAM and ROM, and built-in ITOPS computing power NPU, supporting deep learning.

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    ARMxy series industrial-grade ARM industrial computers support flexible configuration of X, Y1, Y2 type I/O boards, with up to 8112 combinations, integrating rich interfaces such as Gigabit/100M Ethernet, USB, HDMI, I/O, Mini PCIe, etc., which can be used for communication, PWM output, pulse counting, and other data acquisition control.

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Core Features

    Optional domestic and foreign chips such as Rockchip, Allwinner, NXP, TI, and different ROM and RAM;

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    Supports systems such as Linux, Ubuntu, Debian, Android, and can be used for application development;

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Supports DI, DO, GPIO, CAN, RS485/RS232 and other I/O types, allowing for hundreds of combinations;

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Built-in Mini PCIe interface, supports various communications such as 4G, WiFi, Ethernet, LoRa, Bluetooth;

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Supports BLloTLink (protocol conversion software) installation, and when used as a gateway, also supports API secondary development;

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Compatible with various programming languages, can run software such as Node-Red, Docker;

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Remote access and operation and maintenance through the BLRAT remote access tool.

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Product Dimensions

    Length x Width x Height: 42*83*110mm/48*83*110mm

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    Professional electrical performance design and testing verification

    In-Depth Comparison of Three Mainstream Quad-Core Cortex-A53 Processors: TI AM6254, i.MX8M Mini, and RK3562J

    Multiple installation methods

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    Product Selection

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    Custom Development Services

    Can be customized according to performance requirements, size, and application needs.

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    Applicable Fields

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