Raspberry Pi 400: monoblock keyboard
The older generation remembers exactly the first personal computers ZX Spectrum. The devices were more like a modern synthesizer, in which the unit is combined with the keyboard. Therefore, the market launch of the Raspberry Pi 400 immediately attracted attention. Only this time you don't need to connect a tape recorder to your computer to play magnetic cassettes. Everything is much simpler. And the filling looks very attractive.
Raspberry Pi 400 specifications
| Processor | 4x ARM Cortex-A72 (up to 1.8 GHz) |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| ROM | No, but there is a microSD slot |
| Network interfaces | Wired RJ-45 and Wi-Fi 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | Yes, version 5.0 |
| Video output | micro HDMI (up to 4K 60Hz) |
| USB | 2xUSB 3.0, 1xUSB 2.0, 1xUSB-C |
| Additional Functionality | GPIO interface |
| Price | Minimum $ 70 |
From the listed specifications, it may seem that the Raspberry Pi 400 device is defective. One could agree with this, but pay attention to the GPIO interface. This is such a universal controller, like a PCI bus (outwardly it looks like ATA), to which you can connect any device. Moreover, data exchange can be performed in both directions at very high speeds. Most often, users connect an SSD disk to GPIO. And the gadget turns into a Mini-PC, capable of any tasks of the owner. Besides games, of course.
Who are the Raspberry Pi 400 monoblocks aimed at?
Just think - a laptop without a display for $ 70. After all, there is a TV in every home - you can always connect it. To prevent the buyer from looking for ROMs and peripherals, the manufacturer suggests buying a Raspberry Pi 400 for $ 100 in a complete set. The gadget is supplemented with a mouse manipulator, memory card, HDMI cable and power supply. The manufacturer estimated the listed components at 30 US dollars. If the buyer has all of this in stock, you can buy a candy bar for $ 70.
The Raspberry Pi 400 is aimed at office and home users, kids and people who dream of walking on the Internet without leaving their favorite TV. Monoblocks are of interest to educational and medical institutions, government agencies and commercial organizations. In terms of performance, the device can outshine a PC or a laptop from the budget segment. Leaving far behind along with compactness and price. There would be a TV or monitor.