RELOC introduces ESP32-P4 based RISC-V compute module for Raspberry Pi form factors

RELOC has developed the SCINTIX P4, a compact compute module designed to fit the Raspberry Pi CM4 and CM5 form factor (55 x 40mm). The module is built around Espressif's ESP32-P4 microcontroller, targeting embedded applications that require high-performance RISC-V processing in a standardized footprint.

The hardware features two 32-bit RISC-V CPU cores running at 400 MHz, supplemented by a 40 MHz low-power core for efficient task management. Connectivity is handled by an integrated ESP32-C6, providing support for WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5, making it a versatile option for IoT and embedded Linux-adjacent development.

SCINTIX P4 Technical Specifications

• Processor Architecture: Utilizes the Espressif ESP32-P4 SoC featuring dual 32-bit RISC-V cores clocked at 400 MHz.
• Power Management: Includes a dedicated 40 MHz low-power core to handle background tasks and optimize energy consumption.
• Wireless Connectivity: Integrates an ESP32-C6 component to provide modern wireless standards, specifically WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.
• Form Factor Compatibility: Adheres to the 55 x 40mm dimensions used by Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and Compute Module 5, allowing use with existing carrier boards.

Why it matters

By adopting the Raspberry Pi CM4/CM5 form factor, this RISC-V module allows developers to leverage a massive existing ecosystem of carrier boards and peripherals. This lowers the barrier to entry for engineers transitioning from ARM-based single-board computers to RISC-V architectures in embedded environments.