--- product_id: 462766510 title: "USB Edge TPU ML Accelerator coprocessor for Raspberry Pi and Other Embedded Single Board Computers" brand: "google coral" price: "€ 248.79" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/462766510-usb-edge-tpu-ml-accelerator-coprocessor-for-raspberry-pi-other store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 5Gb/s USB 3.1 SuperSpeed Google Edge TPU ML accelerator 100+ fps MobileNet v2 inferencing USB Edge TPU ML Accelerator coprocessor for Raspberry Pi and Other Embedded Single Board Computers **Brand:** google coral **Price:** € 248.79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Supercharge your Raspberry Pi with instant AI power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** USB Edge TPU ML Accelerator coprocessor for Raspberry Pi and Other Embedded Single Board Computers by google coral - **How much does it cost?** € 248.79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/462766510-usb-edge-tpu-ml-accelerator-coprocessor-for-raspberry-pi-other) ## Best For - google coral enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted google coral brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Privacy-First Local AI:** Keep your data on-device with no cloud dependency for secure, instant detection. - • **Power-Efficient AI Boost:** Offloads heavy AI tasks with minimal power draw, preserving your CPU. - • **Blazing Fast ML Inferencing:** Run MobileNet v2 at 100+ fps for real-time AI insights. - • **Plug & Play USB 3.1 SuperSpeed:** Seamlessly connects via USB Type-C with 5Gb/s transfer speeds. - • **Linux-Ready & TensorFlow Compatible:** Optimized for Debian Linux and TensorFlow Lite models out of the box. ## Overview The Coral USB Edge TPU Accelerator is a compact, low-power USB 3.1 device featuring Google's Edge TPU coprocessor. It delivers blazing-fast machine learning inferencing (100+ fps on MobileNet v2) directly on Linux systems like Raspberry Pi, offloading AI workloads from the CPU. Fully compatible with TensorFlow Lite and Google Cloud, it supports advanced vision models with privacy-preserving local processing, making it the ultimate upgrade for embedded AI and smart home applications. ## Description Coral USB Accelerator brings powerful ML (machine learning) inferencing capabilities to existing Linux systems. Featuring the Edge TPU, a small ASIC designed and built by Google, the USB Accelerator provides high performance ML inferencing with a low power cost over a USB 3.0 interface. For example, it can execute state-of-the-art mobile vision models, such as MobileNet v2 at 100+ fps, in a power-efficient manner. This allows fast ML inferencing to embedded AI devices in a power-efficient and privacy-preserving way. Models are developed in TensorFlow Lite and then compiled to run on the USB Accelerator. Edge TPU key benefits: High speed TensorFlow Lite inferencing Low power Small footprint Features Google Edge TPU ML accelerator coprocessor USB 3.0 Type-C socket Supports Debian Linux on host CPU Models are built using TensorFlow. Fully supports MobileNet and Inception architectures though custom architectures are possible Compatible with Google Cloud Specifications Arm 32-bit Cortex-M0+ Microprocessor (MCU): Up to 32 MHz max 16 KB Flash memory with ECC 2 KB RAM Connections: USB 3.1 (gen 1) port and cable (SuperSpeed, 5Gb/s transfer speed) Included cable is USB Type-C to Type-A Coral, a division of Google, helps build intelligent ideas with a platform for local AI. Review: The "Holy Grail" for local Home Assistant AI detection! - The Bottom Line: If you're running Frigate or any local NVR software on a Raspberry Pi, stop using your CPU for detection and buy this. It transforms slow, laggy "motion" alerts into near-instant "person" or "car" notifications. The Game Changer: Instant Detection: Before this, my Raspberry Pi struggled to keep up with camera streams. Now, object detection is lightning-fast (usually under 10ms inference time). CPU Lifesaver: It offloads all the heavy lifting from the Pi’s processor. My CPU usage dropped from 60–80% down to a cool 10–15% because the TPU handles the AI. Low Power, High Gain: For a device that adds this much "brainpower," it draws very little current. It runs perfectly fine off the Pi’s USB 3.0 port without needing an external power supply in my setup. Privacy First: I love that all my camera analysis happens locally in my house—nothing is being sent to a cloud server in another country. Pro-Tips for Setup: Use USB 3.0: Make sure you plug it into the blue USB ports on the Pi 4 or 5. It needs that bandwidth to perform at its peak. Heat: It can get a little warm during heavy use, so make sure your Pi case has decent airflow. Home Assistant: It’s basically "plug and play" once you add the Coral drivers to your config. If you aren't using Frigate with this yet, you're missing out! The Verdict: It’s getting harder to find these in stock, so if you see one, grab it. It is the single best upgrade you can make for a smart home security system. Review: Not a cheap device but performs well. - A great processor for CCTV processing. I use this with the free Frigate CCTV system linked to 6 Reolink cameras. It plugs into the USB port on the PC and is powered through that. Easily detected by Frigate which then sends it the code to set it up so all very simple. It then offloads image processing to this device so person / car detection doesn't flog the PC and is more reliable. Not a cheap device but performs well. ## Features - Specifications: Arm 32-bit Cortex-M0+ microprocessor (MCU): up to 32 MHz max 16 KB flash memory with ECC 2 KB RAM connections: USB 3.1 (Gen 1) port and cable (SuperSpeed, 5Gb/s transfer speed) - Features: Google Edge TPU ML acceleration coprocessor, USB 3.0 Type-C female, supports Debian Linux to host CPU, models are built with TensorFlow Supports MobileNet and Inception architectures through custom architectures are possible. Compatible with Google Cloud - Specifications: Arm 32-bit Cortex-M0+ Microprocessor (MCU): Up to 32 MHz max 16 KB Flash memory with ECC 2 KB RAM Connections: USB 3.1 (gen 1) port and cable (SuperSpeed, 5Gb/s transfer speed) - Features: Google Edge TPU ML accelerator coprocessor, USB 3.0 Type-C socket, Supports Debian Linux on host CPU, Models are built using TensorFlow. Fully supports MobileNet and Inception architectures through custom architectures are possible. Compatible with Google Cloud. - Features: Google Edge TPU ML accelerator coprocessor, USB 3.0 Type-C socket, Supports Debian Linux on host CPU, Models are built using TensorFlow. Full supports MobileNet and Inception architectures through custom architectures are possible. Compatible with Google Cloud. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07R53D12W | | Best Sellers Rank | 40,217 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 773 in Single-Board Computers & Accessories | | Brand | Google Coral | | Brand Name | Google Coral | | CPU speed | 32 MHz | | Compatible Devices | Raspberry Pi | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 96 Reviews | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.6L x 5.1W x 2.5H centimetres | | Manufacturer | Google Coral | | Manufacturer Part Number | Coral-USB-Accelerator | | Memory Storage Capacity | 16 KB | | Memory storage capacity | 16 KB | | Model Name | Coral-USB-Accelerator | | Model Number | Coral-USB-Accelerator | | Model name | Coral-USB-Accelerator | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | | Operating System | Linux | | Processor Brand | ARM | | Processor Count | 1 | | Processor Speed | 32 MHz | | RAM Memory Installed | 2 KB | | RAM memory installed size | 2 KB | | Total USB Ports | 1 | | UPC | 608614201389 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Google Coral - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Memory storage capacity:** 16 KB - **Model name:** Coral-USB-Accelerator - **Operating system:** Linux ## Images ![USB Edge TPU ML Accelerator coprocessor for Raspberry Pi and Other Embedded Single Board Computers - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61J05USFjaL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: could this be used to dramatically speed up Hashcat?** A: No, Hashcat don't support the TPU and the TPU wouldn't support hashcat, in theory. The TPU is an ASIC that doesn't even do the right kind of math for password hashing. It's built for Matrix operations for interference training, not low precision parallel integer operations. **Q: Is this only the USB accelerator or the development board?** A: This is the USB accelerator **Q: Can it run on Mac?** A: The Coral USB Accelerator adds a Coral Edge TPU to your Linux, Mac, or Windows computer. **Q: I thought the list price was 59.99, what is up with the scalping?** A: Demand vs supply ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The "Holy Grail" for local Home Assistant AI detection! *by S***U on 11 February 2026* The Bottom Line: If you're running Frigate or any local NVR software on a Raspberry Pi, stop using your CPU for detection and buy this. It transforms slow, laggy "motion" alerts into near-instant "person" or "car" notifications. The Game Changer: Instant Detection: Before this, my Raspberry Pi struggled to keep up with camera streams. Now, object detection is lightning-fast (usually under 10ms inference time). CPU Lifesaver: It offloads all the heavy lifting from the Pi’s processor. My CPU usage dropped from 60–80% down to a cool 10–15% because the TPU handles the AI. Low Power, High Gain: For a device that adds this much "brainpower," it draws very little current. It runs perfectly fine off the Pi’s USB 3.0 port without needing an external power supply in my setup. Privacy First: I love that all my camera analysis happens locally in my house—nothing is being sent to a cloud server in another country. Pro-Tips for Setup: Use USB 3.0: Make sure you plug it into the blue USB ports on the Pi 4 or 5. It needs that bandwidth to perform at its peak. Heat: It can get a little warm during heavy use, so make sure your Pi case has decent airflow. Home Assistant: It’s basically "plug and play" once you add the Coral drivers to your config. If you aren't using Frigate with this yet, you're missing out! The Verdict: It’s getting harder to find these in stock, so if you see one, grab it. It is the single best upgrade you can make for a smart home security system. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not a cheap device but performs well. *by P***A on 11 August 2025* A great processor for CCTV processing. I use this with the free Frigate CCTV system linked to 6 Reolink cameras. It plugs into the USB port on the PC and is powered through that. Easily detected by Frigate which then sends it the code to set it up so all very simple. It then offloads image processing to this device so person / car detection doesn't flog the PC and is more reliable. Not a cheap device but performs well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ USB cable was faulty but device works in CodeProject.AI *by A***F on 31 May 2026* The included USB cable had connection issues but using it with a known working cable has it working perfectly. I am using it in CodeProject.AI with AgentDVR for AI detection. 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