Perfect Alternative: Hiwonder SELF-DEVELOPED Jetson Orin Development Kit
The NVIDIA Jetson Orin series offers powerful AI performance, ample memory capacity, and comprehensive software support, enabling it to effectively power the latest AI applications. With performance up to 40 times greater than the Jetson Nano series, it allows developers to quickly develop and deploy a wide range of AI applications. It is an ideal controller for robotics development, smart cameras, drones,and other advanced scenarios.
With the release of the Jetson Orin Nano and Jetson Orin NX, NVIDIA has completed the Jetson Orin series. However, in addition to the lack of a 4GB version of the Jetson Orin Nano, the Jetson Orin series is priced relatively high, and the official carrier board is not available for separate purchase.
Fortunately, after several months of development, we have successfully created our own Jetson Orin Carrier Board. When paired with the official NVIDIA Jetson Orin module, the Hiwoder Jetson Orin Carrier Board provides an affordable alternative to the Jetson Orin series controllers. The release of this carrier board offers developers with limited budgets accessible options for utilizing the Jetson Orin series development kit.
The Hiwonder Jetson Orin Carrier Board is fully compatible with both the official Jetson Orin Nano module and the Jetson Orin NX module. Its performance and interface layout align perfectly with the official carrier board, offering ample I/O resources, including M.2, HDMI, and USB ports. Additionally, it enhances system stability.
When comparing the Hiwonder Jetson Orin series development kit to the official development kit, our ALT carrier board features three USB 3.0 ports and one USB 2.0 port. Many peripherals, such as LiDAR, monocular cameras, depth cameras, microphone arrays, and sound cards, utilize USB 2.0 ports. This design choice reduces production costs while ensuring smooth project development. As a result, the Hiwonder ALT development kit offers a highly cost-effective option.
Designed for powerful performance, the Hiwonder carrier board for Jetson Orin series is available for both separate purchase and as a bundle with the official Jetson Orin module, making it more accessible to developers.Users can choose their kit based on the specific project needs. With ample interface resources and high expandability, this carrier board meets the requirements of various application scenarios, providing greater possibilities for innovation.
Jetson Orin Nano ALT
Development Kit
The Hiwonder Jetson Orin Nano ALT (Alternative Version) development kit comes with an official Jetson Orin Nano module and a Hiwonder Jetson Orin Carrier Board. The kit also includes a Wi-Fi network card, a 256GB M.2 SSD, and other essential accessories.
Two memory options are available for the Jetson Orin Nano module: 4GB and 8GB. The power consumption can be configured between 5W and 15W. The performance of the 4GB Jetson Orin Nano module is 20 TOPS, which is 40 times that of the Jetson Nano. In comparison, the 8GB Jetson Orin Nano module delivers 40 TOPS, achieving 80 times the performance of the Jetson Nano. You can choose the version that best suits your project needs.
Jetson Orin NX ALT
Development Kit
The Hiwonder Jetson Orin NX ALT development kit features the Jetson Orin NX module along with the Hiwonder Jetson Orin Carrier Board. Additionally, the kit includes a complimentary Wi-Fi network card, a 256GB M.2 SSD, and other essential accessories.
The kit offers two memory options: 8GB and 16GB, with a maximum power consumption of 25W. The 8GB version delivers 70 TOPS, which is 3.3 times the performance of the Xavier NX 8GB. In comparison, the 16GB version provides 100 TOPS, achieving five times the performance of the Jetson Xavier NX 16GB. You can select the version that best suits your project requirements.
How to Choose the Right Development Kit
The Jetson Orin Nano and Jetson Orin NX each offer unique strengths in performance and compatibility. When selecting a development kit, consider your project requirements. The Jetson Orin Nano, featuring 40 TOPS of AI performance, sets a new standard for entry-level AI applications. In contrast, the Jetson Orin NX delivers exceptional performance and efficiency, achieving an impressive 100 TOPS—three to five times the performance of its predecessor.
To help you better understand the features of the Hiwonder Jetson Orin series development kit, please refer to the comparison table below:
Therefore, when you're picking a kit, it's key to weigh your project needs against the prices of the options. For optimal cost-performance, we recommend the Hiwonder Jetson Orin series ALT development kit.
If you need a high-performance and cost-effective solution for embedded applications, the Hiwonder Jetson Orin Nano ALT development kit is an excellent choice. However, if your application demands more advanced functions and higher performance, the Hiwonder Jetson Orin NX ALT development kit will better meet your needs.
Hiwonder not only offers high-quality Jetson Orin series hardware but also provides a comprehensive technical support system. This includes extensive tutorials and technical support service to ensure a smooth development experience and optimal use of our products.
