AKD1500 M.2 Card B+M Key

Edge AI accelerator in M.2 2230 B+M Key form factor, powered by the AKD1500 neuromorphic processor. Integrates seamlessly with Raspberry Pi 5.

The AKD1500 M.2 Card B+M Key is BrainChip's next-generation edge AI accelerator in the M.2 2230 B+M Key form factor. Powered by the Akida AKD1500 neuromorphic co-processor, it integrates seamlessly with Raspberry Pi 5 and compatible host systems for ultra-low-power AI inference at the edge.

What's in the Box

AKD1500 M.2 Card B+M Key (M.2 2230 form factor)

Specifications

  • Architecture: Akida AKD1500 neuromorphic co-processor
  • Form factor: M.2 2230, B+M Key
  • Host interface: PCIe or SPI
  • Performance: 800 GOPS at less than 300 mW
  • On-chip learning: Yes (adaptive, no cloud required)

Designed for

  • Drop-In AI Acceleration: Standard M.2 B+M Key form factor
  • Healthcare and Remote Sensing: Low-power always-on inference
  • Anomaly Detection and Keyword Spotting: On-chip learning
  • Smart Home and Consumer Devices: Ultra-low-power edge AI

Quick Start

  • Power off host system: Ensure the system is fully powered down before installing the M.2 card.
  • Insert the M.2 card: Slide into an M.2 2230 B+M Key slot at an angle, press flat and secure with the retention screw.
  • Power on: Boot the host system with the M.2 card installed.
  • Install the Akida driver: Follow the driver installation guide to complete setup.