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Raspberry Pi 500 Review: A Capable Desktop PC

The Raspberry Pi 500 is a compact, Arm-based desktop PC that offers impressive performance and versatility, making it a viable option for everyday use, especially at its affordable price point of $90.

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    Introduction and Specifications

    • 📊 The Raspberry Pi 500 comes with a 2.4 GHz quad-core Arm CPU, 8 gigs of RAM, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 32 GB card.
    • 🛍️ It is available as a base unit for $90 or as a kit that includes additional accessories for $120.
    • 📈 The CPU and GPU can be overclocked for a performance boost, with the CPU going up to 2.9 GHz and the GPU up to 900 MHz.

    Performance and Overclocking

    • 🚀 Overclocking can be done by editing the boot firmware config.txt file, allowing for a nice performance boost over the stock clocks.
    • 📊 The Pi 500 can handle a 10-minute CPU stress test and 1080p video playback with a maximum temperature of 63°C, eliminating concerns about thermal throttling.
    • 💻 The giant heat plate inside the Pi 500 helps in heat extraction from the CPU.
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      Real-World Usage

      • 🌐 Web browsing and 1080p video playback are smooth experiences, even at stock clocks, making the Pi 500 suitable for general use.
      • 📄 Document editing and spreadsheet creation can be done using the LibreOffice suite, which is free, open-source, and feature-rich.
      • 📸 Photo editing is also possible with an open-source image editor that offers tools similar to Photoshop, although with some limitations on the AI side.

      Gaming and Emulation

      • 🎮 Emulators like PPSSPP work well on the Pi 500, allowing for the playback of games from various consoles, including the PSP.
      • 🚀 The Steam Link application enables game streaming from a PC or laptop to the Pi 500, offering a great gaming experience, especially with a decent router.
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        Conclusion

        • 👍 The Raspberry Pi 500 is a capable and affordable desktop PC option for those who primarily use their computer for web browsing, document editing, photo editing, and some light gaming or emulation.
        • 🛍️ For new users, the $120 kit is recommended, as it includes everything needed to get started, except for a display.
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