Product Description

The Banana Pi BPI‑R3 is an open-source, high-performance router development board, ideal for networking applications, DIY prototyping, and Wi‑Fi access point projects. It’s powered by MediaTek’s Filogic 830 SoC, tailored for demanding, low-latency wireless scenarios. Key Specifications:

• Processor & Performance
• MediaTek MT7986 (Filogic 830) quad-core ARM Cortex‑A53 SoC, capable of up to 2 GHz and delivering around 18,000 DMIPs.
• Built-in hardware networking acceleration for faster Wi-Fi offloading and efficient dual-band throughput.
• Supports MediaTek’s FastPath™ technology, optimized for low-latency applications like gaming and AR/VR.
• Memory & Storage
• 2 GB DDR4 RAM
• 8 GB eMMC onboard storage
• Expandable via microSD slot and M.2 NVMe storage (depending on variant)
• Networking Interfaces
• 5× Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN + 4 LAN)
• 2× 2.5 GbE SFP cages for high-throughput fiber or copper modules
• Wi‑Fi Connectivity
• Dual-band Wi‑Fi 6:
• 4×4 2.4 GHz (MT7975N)
• Offers up to 6 Gbps combined throughput, low latency, and high device density support.
• Note: Wi‑Fi 6E (6 GHz) requires an external adapter, as not natively supported
• Expansion Options
• Mini PCIe slot (USB 2.0 interface) plus MicroSIM slot for cellular modules
• M.2 Key-E or Key-M PCIe interfaces for SSD or Wi‑Fi modules
• 26-pin GPIO header supporting UART, I²C, SPI, PWM, I²S, etc
• Additional Hardware Features
• USB: 1× USB 3.0 Type‑A, plus 2× USB 2.0 headers
• Debugging via UART serial console header
• Front-panel buttons (Reset, WPS, Boot switch), status LEDs, and fan header
• Physical Dimensions & Other
• Size: approximately 100.5 × 148 mm (same footprint as Banana Pi BPI‑R64 and R2)
• Weight: ~200 g