Comparison of AVerMedia Carrier Boards for NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™Xavier NX Modules

Comparison of AVerMedia Carrier Boards for NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™Xavier NX Modules

Introduction

In the burgeoning landscape of AI-driven embedded IoT applications, the choice of carrier board for NVIDIA® Jetson Xavier NX modules is pivotal. Two prominent contenders in this arena are the AVerMedia NX215 and EN715 carrier boards. Both offer compelling features tailored to various industry applications, but discerning the optimal fit requires a comprehensive comparison.

 

Technical Specifications Comparison

FeatureAVerMedia NX215AVerMedia EN715
NVIDIA GPU SoC Module CompatibilityOrin NX/Orin Nano/Xavier NX/TX2 NX/NanoJetson Nano (B01)/TX2 NX/Xavier NX
Networking2x GbE RJ-451x GbE RJ-45
Wi-Fi1xM.2. key E 2230 for wifi (NANO doesn’t support)-
Display Output1x HDMI 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz for Orin NX at 30Hz for Orin Nano 2x HDMI 2.0 (3840 x 2160 at 60Hz) 1x HDMI 2.0 (3840 x 2160 at 60Hz)1 x HDMI output 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz
TemperatureOperating temperature 0°C~70°C Storage temperature -40°C ~ 85°C Relative humidity 40 °C @ 95%, Non-CondensingOperating temperature 0°C~70°C Storage temperature -40°C ~ 85°C Relative humidity 40 °C @ 95%, Non-Condensing
MIPI Camera Inputs2x 2 lane MIPI CSI-2, 15 pin FPC 1mm Pitch Connector • 1x 4 lane MIPI CSI-2, 36 pin FPC 0.5mm Pitch Connector (only for NX/TX2 NX/Nano)2 x 2 lane MIPI CSI-2, 15 pin FPC 1mm Pitch Connector (Compatible on NVIDIA® Jetson Nano™ Developer Kit) • 1 x 4 lane MIPI CSI-2, 36 pin FPC 0.5mm Pitch Connector
USB1x USB 2.0 Micro-B for recovery 3x USB 3.0 Type-A1 x USB 2.0 Micro-B for recovery 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A
HDMI2x HDMI interface1x HDMI interface
Storage1 x Micro SD card slot , 1x M.2 M - Key Socket1 x micro-SD card slot
Expansion Header20 pins: 2x I2C, 1x UART, 9x GPIOs20 pins: 2x I2C, 1x UART, 9x GPIOs
SD Card1 x Micro SD card slot1 x Micro SD card slot
Input PowerDCINJACK on board & ATX 4pin 12V/5A, 12V~24V is recommended.3.5mm Screw Terminal; 12V/5A, 9V~19V is recommended
Thermal Solution1 x FAN fan connector1 x FAN fan connector
ButtonsPower and RecoveryPower and Recovery
RTC BatterySupport RTC battery and Battery Life Monitoring by MCUSupport RTC battery and Battery Life Monitoring by MCU
PCB/Electronics Mechanical InfoSupport RTC battery and Battery Life Monitoring by MCUSupport RTC battery and Battery Life Monitoring by MCU
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Conclusion:

Both the AVerMedia NX215 and EN715 carrier boards offer robust solutions for AI-driven applications utilizing NVIDIA® Jetson Xavier NX modules. The NX215 stands out with its broader compatibility, extensive networking options, and additional USB ports, making it suitable for demanding industrial applications. On the other hand, the EN715 excels in compactness and simplicity, ideal for space-constrained deployments without compromising on essential functionalities. Ultimately, the choice between the two depends on specific project requirements, balancing factors like connectivity, form factor, and ease of integration.