Quark Project-Quantum H3 Mini ARM Linux Development Board

What is it?

Quark is an ultra-miniature, modular ARM Linux computer platform created by Peng Zhihui as part of the open-source Project-Quantum. Its Quark-Core system-on-module pairs a tiny castellated PCB with an Atom carrier board, bringing Linux computing into a compact development platform.

The H3 configuration described here features a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, Mali-400 MP2 graphics, 512MB LPDDR3 memory, and 16GB eMMC storage, with TF/microSD support.

Why choose it?

Experiment with embedded Linux on a computer small enough to form the heart of a miniature desktop gadget. From a tiny Linux television-style display to sensor-driven projects, Quark combines compact computing with accessible expansion possibilities.

Project-Quantum takes a building-block approach to hardware: the core module handles computing, while the carrier board brings out interfaces and peripherals. The open-source project provides hardware design files, bootloader and Linux kernel sources, and system images for development and learning.

What makes it special?

• Processor: Allwinner H3 quad-core ARM Cortex-A7, approximately 1.0–1.2GHz depending on configuration.
• Graphics: ARM Mali-400 MP2 GPU.
• Memory: 512MB LPDDR3 RAM.
• Storage: 16GB eMMC, with TF/microSD support.
• Miniature core: Quark-Core measures approximately 31 × 22mm and uses a castellated modular PCB design.
• Compact carrier: The Atom carrier board measures approximately 40 × 35mm.
• Connectivity: Carrier-board features include USB 2.0, USB Type-C, and an RTL8723BU Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module.
• Interactive peripherals: Microphone, MPU6050 gyroscope/accelerometer, buttons, and a small TFT display in the described Atom configuration.
• Expansion: Multifunction GPIO and expansion connections for custom embedded projects. A familiar header style does not imply Raspberry Pi pin or accessory compatibility.
• Open-source foundation: Part of Project-Quantum, with resources for studying and adapting both hardware and software.

Configuration note: Quark-Core and Atom are distinct modules. The specifications above describe the supplied platform configuration and do not establish a separate accessories or package-contents list.

Project reference: Project-Quantum on GitHub.