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Hardkernel ODROID-C4 vs Pine64 PINE H64: Comparison
What is the difference between Hardkernel ODROID-C4 and Pine64 PINE H64?
Gpu model is the dividing line, Hardkernel ODROID-C4 Mali-G31 MP2 against Pine64 PINE H64 Mali-T720 MP2. The memory figures are near enough to ignore, 2GB or 4GB LPDDR4 on the Hardkernel ODROID-C4 versus 3 GB on the Pine64 PINE H64. They differ on soc model too, Quad-core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz on the Hardkernel ODROID-C4 versus Allwinner H6, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz on the Pine64 PINE H64.
Who each one is for
it is not built for anyone needing RK3588-class or Raspberry Pi 5-class performance. It also earns its place with budget Linux and lightweight media-server projects with a proven, stable board design. Buy the Pine64 PINE H64 for simple headless network services on a tight budget and learning embedded Linux without spending much, though it is the wrong buy for projects needing the most current, well-tested kernel support and performance-sensitive workloads (see Raspberry Pi 5). Our rating of the Hardkernel ODROID-C4 (7/10): A cheap, stable, well-supported board that keeps earning its place in home-server and media projects. Our rating of the Pine64 PINE H64 (6/10): A genuinely cheap quad-core ARM board for simple headless projects, but budget-conscious buyers should weigh its thinner software support against the savings.
Hardkernel ODROID-C4 vs Pine64 PINE H64 price
Cost splits them too. Pine64 PINE H64 sits at $30.00, Hardkernel ODROID-C4 at $49.00, 63% more.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- Hardkernel
- Pine64 PINE H64
- Pine64
Model Number
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- ODROID-C4
- Pine64 PINE H64
- PINE H64 Model B
Memory
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- 2GB or 4GB LPDDR4
- Pine64 PINE H64
- 3 GBBest
SoC Model
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- Quad-core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz
- Pine64 PINE H64
- Allwinner H6, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz
Price
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- 49 USD
- Pine64 PINE H64
- 30 USD
GPU Model
- Hardkernel ODROID-C4
- Mali-G31 MP2
- Pine64 PINE H64
- Mali-T720 MP2
Which one should you pick?
Choose Hardkernel ODROID-C4 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Pine64 PINE H64 if you want the higher memory (3 GB vs 2GB or 4GB LPDDR4).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Hardkernel ODROID-C4 | Pine64 PINE H64 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $49.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $30.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Hardkernel ODROID-C4
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A cheap, stable, well-supported board that keeps earning its place in home-server and media projects.
Pine64 PINE H64
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely cheap quad-core ARM board for simple headless projects, but budget-conscious buyers should weigh its thinner software support against the savings.