
Ultra-Thin Android Mainboards for AI-Powered Edge Computing
Compact | High-Performance | Designed for Vision AI, NPU Acceleration, and Seamless Integration
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Overview

Ultra-thin Android mainboards from ShiMeta are designed for high-performance edge computing scenarios where space-saving design, AI inference capability, and fast deployment matter most. Integrated with powerful RK series SoCs and NPU acceleration, these boards are perfect for smart retail, vision AI, facial recognition, interactive kiosks, robotics, and industrial HMI applications.
Highlight Features:
- Ultra-Thin Form Factor (less than 12mm thickness)
- Built-in NPU (3–6 TOPS AI computing)
- Android 11/12/14 OS support
- Wide compatibility with touch panels & custom displays
- Multi-channel I/O: HDMI, LVDS, eDP, GPIO, UART, USB
- Optimized for low-power, fanless operation
Key Features
Feature | Specification |
OS Support | Android 7.1 / 9.0 / 10 / 11 / 12 (customizable) |
CPU Architecture | ARM Cortex-A53 / A72 / A76 |
GPU & Video | 1080p / 4K decoding, Mali GPU, H.264/H.265 |
Display Interfaces | HDMI, LVDS, eDP, MIPI-DSI |
I/O Ports | USB, GPIO, RS232/485, Ethernet, camera input |
Form Factors | 3.5”, Pico-ITX, custom OEM layouts |
Heatsink Profile | Passive, low-profile aluminum sinks (10–20mm total height) |
Application
Application | Description |
Digital Signage Players | Ultra-slim media boxes in retail or public displays |
Smart Tablets | Panel integration for all-in-one Android touchscreen devices |
Self-Service Terminals | Kiosks, ticketing, information screens |
Vending & Payment Systems | Android-based control for smart vending |
Industrial HMI | Lightweight control interfaces with Android UI |
Wall-Mounted Devices | Compact signage and IoT panels in tight enclosures |
Ultra-Thin Android vs Standard Android SBC vs X86 Embedded Board
Feature | Ultra-Thin Android Board | Standard Android SBC | x86 Embedded Board |
Thickness | <12mm | 20–35mm | >30mm |
NPU | Yes (3–6 TOPS) | Limited | External add-on only |
OS | Android 11–14 | Android/Linux | Windows/Linux |
Boot Time | <10s | 15–30s | 30s+ |
Power Efficiency | Low | Moderate | High |
Display Output | HDMI, LVDS, eDP | HDMI | HDMI, VGA |
Knowledge Center
- "Ultra-Thin SBCs for Android Edge AI: Use Cases and Trends"
- "Why RK3588 Is Ideal for Visual Recognition Applications"
- "Ultra-Compact Boards vs Traditional Embedded Systems"
- "Choosing the Right Android Mainboard for Your HMI"
FAQs
Can I use these boards to build a commercial Android tablet or display?
Yes. These boards are used by OEMs to build Android-based touch displays, tablets, and kiosks with HDMI or LVDS output.
Can ShiMeta preload our Android firmware or apps?
Absolutely. We offer firmware flashing, app pre-installation, and bootloader configuration for your production batches.
Are these boards fanless?
Yes. Most ultra-thin Android boards use passive cooling with aluminum heatsinks and require no fan.