HardKernel Single Board Computers
We have benchmarked 4 HardKernel boards on real hardware, every one with the same standardised test setup. The current leader is the HardKernel ODROID N2+ 4GB at 7,780 MIPS in 7-Zip multi-core compression. Tested boards range from $35 to $95.
Fastest board
HardKernel ODROID N2+ 4GB
7,780 MIPS in 7-Zip multi-core
Best value
HardKernel ODROID N2+ 2GB
108.4 MIPS/$ at $69
Latest tested
HardKernel ODROID C1
Added 29 Aug 2026
HardKernel Boards We Have Tested
Every board below has been benchmarked by hand on real hardware with our standardised methodology.
Benchmark Results
| Compare | # | Model | Single-Core (MIPS) | Multi-Core (MIPS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HardKernel ODROID N2+ 4GB DDR4 HardKernel ODROID N2+ 4GB DDR4 | 2,198 | 7,780 | |
| 2 | HardKernel ODROID N2+ 2GB DDR4 HardKernel ODROID N2+ 2GB DDR4 | 2,135 | 7,483 | |
| 3 | HardKernel ODROID C2 2GB DDR3 HardKernel ODROID C2 2GB DDR3 | 932 | 2,375 | |
| 4 | HardKernel ODROID C1 1GB DDR3 HardKernel ODROID C1 1GB DDR3 | 683 | 1,876 |
Scores are 7-Zip compression performance in MIPS (millions of instructions per second); higher is better. View 7-Zip rankings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the fastest HardKernel board?
Based on our 7-Zip multi-core compression testing, the HardKernel ODROID N2+ 4GB is the fastest HardKernel board we have benchmarked, scoring 7,780 MIPS.
Which HardKernel board offers the best value?
The HardKernel ODROID N2+ 2GB currently offers the strongest performance per dollar of the HardKernel boards we have tested, delivering 7,483 MIPS in 7-Zip multi-core compression at $69.00.
How many HardKernel boards have been benchmarked?
We have hands-on benchmark results for 4 HardKernel boards, with 7-Zip multi-core scores ranging from 1,876 to 7,780 MIPS. Every result comes from our own testing on real hardware.