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Arduino Uno Q

Arduino Uno Q

MPN: ABX00173
Arduino
The Arduino UNO Q ABX00173 (4GB) is a high-performance hybrid single-board computer and microcontroller development board with USB-C connectivity. It combines a Qualcomm® Arm® Cortex®-A53 Quad-core 2.0GHz CPU running a full Linux environment with an STM32U585 Arm® Cortex®-M33 160MHz MCU running Zephyr OS. The SBC features 4GB LPDDR4 RAM, 32GB eMMC storage, and high-speed GPIO supporting 1.8V logic. The MCU supports 3.3V/5V logic and offers UART, I²C, SPI, JTAG, and more interfaces, plus ample digital and analog I/O for seamless sensor and peripheral integration. The UNO Q ABX000173 provides 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless connectivity and is ideal for IoT, robotics, wearables, home automation, and industrial automation. Compact, durable, and power-efficient, the UNO Q offers seamless integration with sensors, peripherals, and smart devices, making it a versatile choice for hobbyists, students, and professionals.
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Overview

The Arduino Uno Q is a hybrid single-board computer that pairs a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor running Linux with an STM32U585 Cortex-M33 microcontroller for real-time tasks. This architecture combines high-level application processing with low-latency hardware control in a compact 68.58mm x 53.30mm form factor. It features 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32GB of eMMC storage to support complex software stacks and edge AI workloads.

Why Choose This Part

The dual-core architecture allows for the deterministic execution of critical tasks on the Cortex-M33 while the Cortex-A53 manages heavy computational loads. It offers versatile power options with an input range of 7V to 24V and modern connectivity including USB 3.1 and DisplayPort Alt-Mode via USB-C. The board maintains the familiar Arduino footprint while providing significantly higher performance and expanded I/O capabilities including CAN, SPI, and I2C.

Applications

Edge AI and Machine Vision
Utilizes the quad-core 2GHz processor and MIPI-CSI/DSI interfaces to process visual data and run inference models locally.
Industrial Robotics
Leverages the STM32U585 MCU for real-time motor control and sensor fusion while the Linux environment handles networking and high-level logic.
Smart Building Gateways
Acts as a central hub using integrated Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.1 to aggregate data from distributed sensors and provide local processing.
Advanced Prototyping
Provides a seamless bridge for developers moving from standard Arduino sketches to full Linux-based applications without changing hardware platforms.

Key Specifications

USB USB-C
Speed 2GHz
Contents Board(s)
Video Outputs MIPI-DSI
Core Processor ARM Cortex-A53, Cortex-M33
Watchdog Timer Yes
Number of Cores 4
Size / Dimension 2.700" x 2.098" (68.58mm x 53.30mm)
Digital I/O Lines 18
Storage Interface eMMC Flash, LPDDR4
Expansion Site/Bus CAN, I2C, JTAG, SPI, UART
Analog Input:Output 2:0
Operating Temperature -10degC ~ 60degC
RAM Capacity/Installed 4GB/4GB

Getting Started

Developers can utilize the Arduino IDE for programming the microcontroller side and standard Linux toolchains for the application processor. The board comes pre-installed with a Linux environment and supports Zephyr OS on the STM32 MCU for real-time applications. Connect via USB-C to access the serial console or utilize the DisplayPort Alt-Mode for direct video output during setup.

Also Consider

Raspberry Pi 5 4GB Raspberry Pi - Offers a similar quad-core Linux environment and 4GB RAM but lacks the integrated real-time STM32 microcontroller found on the Uno Q.