In a groundbreaking advancement for the open-source RISC-V ecosystem, SiFive, the pioneering RISC-V innovator, announced the release of the HiFive Premier P550 development board, heralded as the world’s highest-performing RISC-V development board. Designed to fuel innovation across diverse technology fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data centers, and the Internet of Things (IoT), the P550 board exemplifies RISC-V’s adaptability to the performance demands of modern computing.
A limited pre-release batch of 100 Yocto Linux-based units—known as the “Early Access Edition”—is now available for purchase through Arrow Electronics. This limited release offers a unique opportunity for early adopters to experience the board’s capabilities, providing valuable feedback for SiFive’s broader December launch. The full-scale release will be equipped with Canonical’s Ubuntu 24.04, presenting developers with an optimized, ready-to-use platform that combines powerful hardware with a polished software stack.
