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Raspberry SC15184 Pi 4 Model B 2019 Quad Core 64 Bit WiFi Bluetooth 2GB
Last Updated: February 10, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
128
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
8
Spam Test
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Quad Core
PROCESSOR TYPE
Yes
BLUETOOTH
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Review Analysis - 120 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Software Platform
30linux, plex server, server, raspbian, raspberry pi 4
+90%
-10%
" ... do they just need a web browser to get online and do research, its got ya covered there too . ... "
" ... I have set up two separate chips, one so it boots up as a computer, and the other for a media server. ... "
" ... I ended up installing Ubuntu and used a Remote Desktop program to my Windows 10 PC and it works great! ... "
" ... Got my Raspberry pi working and I love it. ... "
" ... I got the 4GB version to use as more of a linux computer at my work desk alongside my other computer. ... I use one as a media server, one as a main linux workstation, and the third for various projects. ... "
" ... I generally access this one through Windows Remote. ... "
" ... IMHO, you can use this 4Gb Raspberry PI 4 as a simple linux based desktop replacement ... "
" ... I am using the latest updated Raspbian Buster Desktop with Recommended Software July 10, 2019. ... Maybe in a future release of the Raspbian Buster operating system?? ... "
Device Compatibility
22server, linux, raspberry pi, desktop, pi
+91%
-9%
" ... this is my new pc for programming now ! ... "
" ... I recommend 4GB if you're using it for anything desktop-ish. ... "
" ... Of course I'm planning on doing so much more (Spotify server, mail host, etc), it seems like the sky is the limit. ... "
" ... Great little computer ... "
" ... I have set up two separate chips, one so it boots up as a computer, and the other for a media server. ... "
" ... I bought it solely to run Pi Hole on my network. ... Yeah, it’s probably not as nice or powerful as a dedicated NAS or other server, but it works well on a home network running one movie at a time while blocking ads. ... "
" ... There's a lot you can do with this little device. ... "
" ... IMHO, you can use this 4Gb Raspberry PI 4 as a simple linux based desktop replacement ... "
Ports
19micro hdmi, ports, hdmi, usb c, port
+74%
-26%
" ... Power port usd-c ... "
" ... If one right clicks the volume icon on the desktop, a popup menu appears with the choices “Analog” and “HDMI” with "HDMI" selected. ... I would have expected there to be individual choices for the two micro HDMI ports. ... "
" ... Works great for that as long as you have a powered USB 3.0 for your external hd. ... "
" ... I originally had these USB hard drives connected to my Asus router, and now with PI 4, the data transfer speed is at least 3 times faster (usually about 4 times faster). ... "
" ... Would recommend getting a nice power adapter if you wish to OC. ... "
" ... The HDMI is good. ... However, now with gigabit Ethernet and an actually useful serial his interface, I plan on using it for a good bit more. ... "
" ... A good combination Linux computer for work and play for me. ... "
" ... You will need new micro HDMI adapter. ... USB C. Everything else you probably have. ... "
Overall performance
13faster, fast, computer, speed, quad
+100%
" ... Much faster than my Zero! ... "
" ... Low price, faster chip, diverse as heck. ... "
" ... The 4GB RAM and faster processor make a world of difference. ... "
" ... I decided to upgrade and got this one in the 4GB edition. ... "
" ... The rpi 4 (4gb version) runs it without a hitch, no compromises here! ... "
" ... This is a great little single board computer. ... "
" ... Handles the beating I throw at it processing-wise. ... "
" ... Well , quick processor ... "
Storage
9sd, raspberry pi, micro, card, raspbian
+56%
-44%
" ... Prospective buyers: do yourself a favor and get the top rated, fastest SD card you can afford. ... "
" ... I use mine for a retro gaming machine and i can easily change operating systems by changing the SD card and then use it for little projects or the learn linux. ... "
" ... Works great need a SD memory card and case plus micro hdmi and type c power supply 3 amp output. ... "
" ... I found I needed a SD Micro card with a USB stick so I could load the Raspbian 10 Buster OS on it using my Windows computer, and a HDMI to HDMI micro cable. ... "
Setup
8vpn server, pi, easy, plex server, pi hole
+100%
" ... Make sure you research the program you’re installing on here . ... "
" ... With all the guides online it should be pretty easy to set up for anyone with a little tech knowledge. ... "
" ... After setting that up, I decided to then setup a Plex server, samba server and Pi VPN server on it. ... "
" ... The Pi was purchased to be used for a NAS and PiHole setup. ... "
" ... Well basically, they auto install. ... "
" ... I personally use this as pi-hole + vpn server with retro pie installed ... "
" ... The installation was straight forward with Volumio. ... "
Ease of Use
7setup, maybe
+86%
-14%
" ... Super easy to use and a great community for help ... "
" ... Compared to other SBC, it's very easy to find answers to any problem on the internet. ... "
" ... Which goes to show how easy it is to learn . ... "
" ... With all the guides online it should be pretty easy to set up for anyone with a little tech knowledge. ... "
" ... There is also an app that allows you to switch your default monitor its simple and straight forward. ... "
Memory
7usb, storage, 4gb, would, one
+86%
-14%
" ... Like so many others I was waiting for the RAM increase and the 1GB separated from the USB bus. ... "
" ... 4GB of RAM gives you plenty of space to do all the stuff you wanted to do before, but quicker. ... "
" ... I use one usb drive for external storage and loaded GIMP and a RAW image plugin and loader to play with some of my RAW image files. ... "
" ... But, they finally offer more RAM, at a fair price. ... "
" ... With it's USB 3.0 ports I was finally able to create a functional NAS storage type system for recordings taken from Amature Radio, and doorbell cameras in one unit. ... "
" ... The 4GB RAM and faster processor make a world of difference. ... "
Apps
7youtube, without, runs, run, many
+100%
" ... it’s so new that many programs aren’t up to date with this yet. ... "
" ... YouTube works great and there is no lag whatsoever. ... I am not taking it easy on the machine and typically run multiple tabs, browsers, and applications such as Libre writer. ... "
" ... Desktop without using the browser is quite doable. ... "
" ... This little computer runs so many applications without any issue - Python 3, Libre Office, Chromium, Audacity, Arduino IDE, etc. ... "
" ... It runs YouTube flawlessly in the Chromium browser. ... "
" ... Of course I'm planning on doing so much more (Spotify server, mail host, etc), it seems like the sky is the limit. ... "
" ... I'm a mac person (do web app development) but this is a great deployment platform for very small applications. ... "
Price
7worth, money, audio
+100%
" ... It is worth the money! ... "
" ... its worth every penny it will provide in their education. ... "
" ... The final result is a high quality audio system at a bargain price. ... "
Product Reliability
6months, first, 6, year, server
+50%
-50%
" ... Well, about after one week the server would crash. ... For some reason the board I got I think had a defect. ... I feel like I’m going crazy because of how inconsistent it’s acting. ... "
" ... This was acknowledged by the company when released and 6 months later no update despite saying they would fix it. ... "
" ... Reloaded the eeprom loader and it booted fine for 2 days. ... Should have waited 6 months to try this one. ... "
Resolution
5tv, resolution, display, mi, device
+80%
-20%
" ... Sure, they say you can power two 4k resolution monitors with it. ... "
" ... Excelente, pude actualizar mi centro de entrenamiento y ahora uso 2 pantallas, la de 7" a 1080 y mi TV de 65" en 4k ... "
" ... Honestly a great little device with everything I need including support for a 4k display which means I could even make it a media streaming device but most likely to use it for a strange device to do something fun 👍👍 ... "
" ... I also purchased a HiFiBerry DAC+ Pro which drives high resolution audio directly to a tube amplifier. ... "
Build Quality
5case, build, plastic, burnt
+60%
-40%
" ... I like the build quality ... "
" ... Make sure that you get a good case/heatsink with it. ... "
" ... Probably moving to a more mature and robust build. ... "
For Kids
4grand, kids
+100%
" ... My son has asked for and used these a number of times. ... He loves them! ... "
" ... if you have kids or grand kids . ... "
" ... Nice thing for a young kid who loved exploring new ideas. ... "
" ... My grand son is useing it to build a computer device ... "
For Fun
4+100%
" ... Fun for projects and testing ... "
" ... This thing is so much fun. ... Doesn’t matter how you run it, it’s fun to play with. ... "
Delivery
4shipping, said, good, quickly, product
+75%
-25%
" ... The box was in good condition and showed no sign of shipping or wearhouse damage. ... "
" ... quick shipping and delivery and items were as described. ... "
" ... Works amazingly out of box ... "
Wifi
4pi, would, work, router, 4
+75%
-25%
" ... I am going to see if I can use this one for an OpenWRT router. ... "
" ... I was bit worried whether it will be worth switching SMB from using Asus router to PI 4, and it was well worth it. ... "
" ... Once I had these items the RPI-4 was up and running in 10 minutes and connected to my wifi. ... "
USB
4powered, external, 0, usb c, ports
+75%
-25%
" ... Works great for that as long as you have a powered USB 3.0 for your external hd. ... "
" ... I set that up with a powered USB3 hub and run 4 external drives. ... "
" ... USB C. Everything else you probably have. ... "
Gaming
3+100%
" ... I have noticed a difference in gaming with it. ... "
" ... Am intending on purchasing another in the same form factor for a retro gaming desktop PC. ... "
Display Clarity
3display, two, tearing, run, hdmi
+33%
-67%
" ... Any computer should be able to output it's POST screen to a standard HDMI display, but not this computer! ... "
" ... Scrolling, video playback, animations, the screen tearing ranges from pretty bad to AWFUL. ... "
Cooling
3case, bit, pc, heat, gaming
+100%
" ... Does run a bit warm as expected, but easily resolved with a Flirc case or any of a number of available passive or active cooling solutions. ... "
" ... With the additional options for active cooling over it's predecessor (More like requirementof active cooling) I wasn't forced to hide it or purchase an expensive decorative case it fit right in as a mini gaming pc next to my actual gaming pc. ... "
" ... Does heat up a bit, however investing on heat sinks, cooling compound and active cooling allows it to get an always on operation. ... "
Network
3use, server, router, nas
+67%
-33%
" ... I am going to see if I can use this one for an OpenWRT router. ... "
" ... Yeah, it’s probably not as nice or powerful as a dedicated NAS or other server, but it works well on a home network running one movie at a time while blocking ads. ... "
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Specifications
Performance
Processor Type: Quad Core
Memory
SD Card Type: Micro SD
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes
HDMI: Yes
Quad Core
PROCESSOR TYPE
Yes
BLUETOOTH
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB