Pine64

Pine64 PINE H64

Expert rating6 / 10

SoC:: Allwinner H6
CPU:: Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz
Memory:: Up to 3GB LPDDR3
Storage:: microSD + eMMC socket
Price:: $30

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Manufacturer: Pine64 Last updated: 2026-09-12

Pine64 PINE H64 Review

Pine64 PINE H64 single-board computer with an Allwinner H6 quad-core Cortex-A53 CPU, up to 3GB LPDDR3 RAM, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, and a 40-pin GPIO header, sold at one of the lowest prices in the category.

Pine64 built the H64 as an inexpensive, no-frills general-purpose board rather than a specialist product, and while its Allwinner SoC gets less mainline Linux love than Raspberry Pi or Rockchip silicon, it remains a legitimate option for simple headless projects on a tight budget.

Overview

The PINE H64 pairs Allwinner's H6 SoC -- also used in some Android set-top boxes -- with Pine64's typically aggressive pricing, targeting makers who want a genuinely low-cost quad-core ARM board with GPIO rather than the most polished software experience.

Performance & Connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, and 4K video output (with H.265 hardware decode) are respectable for the price, though Allwinner's mainline kernel support historically lags Broadcom or Rockchip, meaning some peripherals need community-maintained images rather than official ones.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the Raspberry Pi 5 4GB, the PINE H64 costs roughly half as much but gives up several generations of CPU performance and virtually all of the Pi's software polish. Compared to the Milk-V Mars, another sub-$50 board, the PINE H64 offers more RAM headroom but a less actively maintained Linux image lineup.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating6 / 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.

Best for

Simple headless network services on a tight budget
Learning embedded Linux without spending much
Basic media playback with H.265 hardware decode

Not for

Projects needing the most current, well-tested kernel support
Performance-sensitive workloads (see Raspberry Pi 5)
Buyers wanting a large existing tutorial/community base

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Brand	Pine64
Model Number	PINE H64 Model B

Processor

SoC Model	Allwinner H6, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz

Graphics and AI

GPU Model	Mali-T720 MP2

Power

Power Input	5V/3A USB-C

CPU Architecture	ARM
Memory	3 GB
Storage Type	eMMC
Has AI Accelerator / NPU	No
Wireless	WiFi 5
GPIO Header	Yes
Price	30 USD
Use Case	Ultra-Compact / Budget

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Pine64 PINE H64 (Single-Board Computer/Allwinner H6/Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.8GHz/Up to 3GB LPDDR3/Ultra-Budget General Purpose Board)?

Key specs for the Pine64 PINE H64: CPU Architecture ARM, GPU Mali-T720 MP2, Storage Type eMMC, Processor Allwinner H6, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz, Wireless WiFi 5, GPIO Header Yes.

Will the Pine64 PINE H64 (Single-Board Computer/Allwinner H6/Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.8GHz/Up to 3GB LPDDR3/Ultra-Budget General Purpose Board) work with my current setup?

The Pine64 PINE H64 (Single-Board Computer/Allwinner H6/Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.8GHz/Up to 3GB LPDDR3/Ultra-Budget General Purpose Board) lists Processor is Allwinner H6, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the Pine64 PINE H64 (Single-Board Computer/Allwinner H6/Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.8GHz/Up to 3GB LPDDR3/Ultra-Budget General Purpose Board) best suited to?

Best suited to: Simple headless network services on a tight budget; Learning embedded Linux without spending much; Basic media playback with H.265 hardware decode.

What are the drawbacks of the Pine64 PINE H64 (Single-Board Computer/Allwinner H6/Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.8GHz/Up to 3GB LPDDR3/Ultra-Budget General Purpose Board)?

Not the best fit for: Projects needing the most current, well-tested kernel support; Performance-sensitive workloads (see Raspberry Pi 5); Buyers wanting a large existing tutorial/community base.