Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more
Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra vs Pine64 PineTab: Comparison
Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra vs Pine64 PineTab soc model compared
Soc model is the dividing line, Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra Quad-core Cortex-A73 + Dual Cortex-A53 against Pine64 PineTab Quad-Core Cortex-A53 up to 1.2GHz. They differ on official os too, Ubuntu Linux on the Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra versus Linux on the Pine64 PineTab. Display is not the same on both, 5-inch 720x1280 IPS touchscreen on the Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra versus 10.1-inch 1280x800 IPS touchscreen on the Pine64 PineTab.
Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra vs Pine64 PineTab: which one fits your build
it is not built for buyers who want an out-of-box, no-configuration gaming experience. It also earns its place with retro-gaming enthusiasts who want a real Linux environment under the emulation layer. The Pine64 PineTab suits mobile Linux OS development (postmarketOS, etc.) and open-hardware tablet tinkering and repair, though it is the wrong buy for users wanting mainstream tablet performance and media-heavy or gaming use. Our rating of the Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra (7.5/10): real SBC silicon and Ubuntu Linux in a retro handheld, for buyers who want to tinker beneath the emulation layer. Our rating of the Pine64 PineTab (6/10): A niche but valuable open-hardware tablet for Linux mobile OS development, not a mainstream tablet alternative.
Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra vs Pine64 PineTab price
Cost splits them too. Pine64 PineTab sits at $99.00, Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra at $111, 12% more.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- Hardkernel
- Pine64 PineTab
- Pine64
Model Number
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- ODROID-Go Ultra
- Pine64 PineTab
- PineTab
SoC Model
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- Quad-core Cortex-A73 + Dual Cortex-A53
- Pine64 PineTab
- Quad-Core Cortex-A53 up to 1.2GHz
Price
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- 111 USD
- Pine64 PineTab
- 99 USD
Official OS
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- Ubuntu Linux
- Pine64 PineTab
- Linux (Manjaro, postmarketOS, Ubuntu Touch)
Display
- Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra
- 5-inch 720x1280 IPS touchscreen
- Pine64 PineTab
- 10.1-inch 1280x800 IPS touchscreen
Which one should you pick?
Choose Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Pine64 PineTab if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Hardkernel ODROID-Go Ultra | Pine64 PineTab |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $111.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $99.00 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-Go Ultra
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Real SBC silicon and Ubuntu Linux in a retro handheld, for buyers who want to tinker beneath the emulation layer.
Pine64 PineTab
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche but valuable open-hardware tablet for Linux mobile OS development, not a mainstream tablet alternative.