The Seeed Studio reComputer Industrial series offers robust, fanless edge computing solutions powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX. Designed for demanding environments and diverse applications, these compact computers are ideal for bringing AI video analytics, machine vision, and autonomous mobile robot to the edge. This article compares the reComputer Industrial J2011 and J2012 to help you choose the right model for your needs.
Introduction to the reComputer Industrial Series
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Seeed Studio reComputer Industrial J2011 AI Jetson™ Xavier NX 8GB: A cost-effective and powerful edge AI solution with 8GB of memory, perfect for applications requiring moderate AI performance in a rugged, fanless design.
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Seeed Studio reComputer Industrial J2012 AI Jetson™ Xavier NX 16GB: A high-performance AI edge computer equipped with 16GB of memory for more demanding AI workloads, enabling advanced video analytics and AI capabilities.
Key Differences and Similarities
Both the reComputer Industrial J2011 and J2012 share a common set of features, but differ in memory capacity. Here’s a detailed comparison:
| Feature | reComputer Industrial J2011 | reComputer Industrial J2012 |
| AI Performance | 21 TOPS | 21 TOPS |
| Memory | 8GB 128-bit LPDDR4x 59.7GB/s | 16GB 128-bit LPDDR4x 59.7GB/s |
| Storage | 128G M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD included | 128G M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD included |
| Operating Temperature | -20 ~ 60°C with 0.7m/s | -20 ~ 60°C with 0.7m/s |
| Video Decode | 2x 8K30 | 6x 4K60 | 12x 4K30 | 2x 8K30 | 6x 4K60 | 12x 4K30 |
| Video Encode | 2x 4K60 | 4x 4K30 | 10x 1080p60 | 2x 4K60 | 4x 4K30 | 10x 1080p60 |
| Price | Lower | Higher |
Common Features:
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NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX: Both models are powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX, offering excellent AI performance and energy efficiency.
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Fanless Design: The fanless design ensures reliable operation in harsh environments, reducing maintenance and increasing system longevity.
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Rich I/O: Includes dual Ethernet, multiple USB ports, DI/DO, COM, HDMI, and CSI camera interfaces for versatile connectivity.
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M.2 Expansion: Features M.2 Key M for NVMe SSD and M.2 Key B for 4G/5G module support, enabling flexible storage and communication options.
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Wide Operating Temperature: Operates reliably in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 60°C.
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Industrial-Grade Design: Supports desk, DIN rail, wall-mounting, and VESA mounting for easy integration into industrial environments.
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Software Support: Compatible with the JetPack SDK, providing a streamlined development experience for AI and computer vision applications.
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Generative AI Ready: Both are capable of bringing Generative AI to the Edge , which allows you to build AI agents capable of processing large amounts of live or archived videos and images with Vision-Language Models (VLM).
Advantages of Each Model
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reComputer Industrial J2011:
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Cost-Effective: Ideal for applications where budget is a primary concern.
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Sufficient Performance: Provides adequate AI performance for many edge computing tasks.
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reComputer Industrial J2012:
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Higher Memory Capacity: 16GB of memory allows for more complex AI models and larger datasets, improving performance in demanding applications.
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Enhanced Video Analytics: Suitable for multi-stream video analytics tasks that require more memory.
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Applications
Both reComputers are suitable for various applications, including:
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AI Video Analytics
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Machine Vision
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Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
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Generative AI
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Edge Computing
FAQs
1.What is the recommended SSD size for the reComputer Industrial series?
We recommend using 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB SSDs from Seeed Studio. Compatibility issues may arise with other SSDs due to JetPack version dependencies.
2.Does the reComputer Industrial series come with a power cord?
No, the power adapter is included, but the AC cloverleaf power cord must be purchased separately based on your local power socket specifications.
3.Can I install a 4G or 5G module in the reComputer Industrial series?
Yes, both models support 4G/5G modules via the M.2 Key B slot (module optional).
4.What operating systems are supported on the reComputer Industrial series?
The reComputer Industrial series is compatible with the NVIDIA JetPack SDK, which includes Ubuntu Linux.
5.What type of mounting options are available for the reComputer Industrial series?
The reComputer Industrial series supports desk, DIN rail, wall-mounting, and VESA mounting options.
By understanding the similarities and differences between the reComputer Industrial J2011 and J2012, you can make an informed decision and select the ideal edge AI computer for your specific application.
