DeskPi Pro Set-Top Box For Raspberry Pi 4 - SSD Support, Full Size HDMI, Ice Tower Cooler
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- In this video, we take a look at the all-new DeskPi Pro case / Set-Top Box For Raspberry Pi 4!
This new case supports a 2.5 SSD and it includes the all-new Low Profile Ice tower cooler.
This is turning out to be an amazing case for the Pi4 and in my option its one of the best cases on the market right now if you want to turn your raspberry pi 4 into a desktop / Set-Top Box!
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So what do you think of this new case? What would you add or change?
Looks awesome especially with active cooling AND full size hdmi, not mentioning ssd. I troll alot of products due to dealbreakers, but so far this looks awesome and I WANT ONE:) Great video, looking forward to the update vid.
It is great, that they include the cooler, but it seems „too powerful“ for the Pi 4 even overclocked. So since they use a rather big metal case, it could have worked great, if they connected the processor directly to the metal case, maybe added some additional metal fins to better dissipate the heat, and it might have worked passively cooled! However, it really seems to be a great case as it is!
But still, where is the GPIO outlet?! A separate connector would be great!
Do a epaper hat review
Few things I would wanna see: use the case as a heatsink (fan optional), GPIO pins should remain accessible from side through a door or something, should include a power button, If at all possible some space for a battery so it can run without being plugged in for a while, it could also really use some design elements such as angular cuts and smaller/hidden screws would be one more thing I would love to see in a V2. It's a great concept! Hey maybe you can launch a competitor! :D
This is what I've been waiting for! A pi case that looks and functions like a tiny desktop PC. super cool.
All kinds of those! Amazon's gots all kinds o' stuff! 👍
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Same. This may be a good addition with a pi 4 for arm64 development
Argon Pi 4?
I should stop watching your channel. You're making me want to buy every Raspberry Pi case you showcase 😂
Man it's like I buy my new PC and my friends come to LAN party many years ago. I make ITX build they ask where is PC XD
Same here...guy puts a HUGE dent in my wallet :)
ETA will break you like Drago
This is great. Exactly what I was looking for to power from my monitor USB port with HDMI out. Basically building an all in one pc for basic use when the tower isn't required. Thanks!
Reminds me of my HDMIPi9 when I built mine. Looks awesome
I have been looking for something like this for sometime, this is extremely nice not gonna lie, perfect mediacenter build
I paid about $23 for the old ice tower cooler, $12 for Geeekpi's new set-top box extension board with the full sized HDMI, and $9 for a sata to usb adapter. $44 for my open air setup vs the DeskPi Pro's $54 ain't too bad for something with proper adapter boards and a case that it all fits into. I do wonder if there's a beefy enough passive heatsink that could still breathe in there. Cleaning the fan on my Ice Tower can be a bit of a pain.
Awesome Pi 4 case I can't wait to see your future video when this case gets closer to launch. Thanks again for another great video.
The only thing I'd add would be some kind of VESA adapter attachment capability.
That's a good idea!
There are VGA adapters on Amazon for less than $10, or DVI if you need... more cables, but it works well depending on your needs.
@@JeffCariveau Read the question again.
A PoE adapter would have been icing on the...... Pi.
@@JeffCariveau Sorry but you got the question wrong i guess...
I think what was asked for was something that would make it possible to mount the case to the back of a monitor via a vesa mount
The design of this case is very impressive!
Just ordered one, can't wait for the follow up video.
YES! This is exactly the product I've been waiting for to put my 8GB Pi in. It's an Ubuntu server, already got it in a dual-fan armor case but I don't like having the drive hanging off it with a dongle.. My only change would have been a different heatsink that covers the RAM and USB chip as well. Still worth it for the price, and I'll see about adapting a different heatsink into it.
Just ordered one. Setting it up as a back up nas
I really like that unit it adds so much to the Pi.
It's making me think I need to try out the Pi os. And more. Thanks. Keep safe.
Definitely want to do this for my next PI.
its all about two full sized hdmi ports and ssd support! awesome case!
I’m always waiting for your new upload
I'll surelly preorder one!
Great review as aways!👍
Best Pi Case so far, thank you
Pre-ordered a 8GB Desk Pi Pro! Can't wait!!!
This is exactly what I was looking for ☺️
I really wish that in the next new model of "Raspberry Pi", they either add
- an M.2 port, OR
- an SATA port, OR
- an USB 3.2 port exclusive for SSD.
So, that it because more efficient for SSD connections (along with adding a much simpler out-of-the-box system for SSD boot-drive).
@Nu Haven Yeah the "Rock Pi 4"
Well, even a PCIe slot would work (if possible), using which we can connect anything we want, be it a SSD or an External GPU.
i would like them to revert back to full size hdmi, at least one of the two ports
I agree. Now that it has gigabit ethernet it's almost perfect for use as a NAS. Once it has a SATA or M.2 slot it'd be amazing. Let's hope it's in the RPi5!
@@aquaventus Didn't they go for Dual-Display support with those two Mini HDMI. If i remember right, they only had a single full-size HDMI port in early version.
Given that the Pi Foundation focuses on low cost platforms, I doubt we'll see PCIe (or SATA, for that matter) any time soon. They add a lot of complexity to the platform, and therefore cost. As mentioned though, there are more expensive alternatives with these things integrated. A cheap SOC with integrated PCIe would be damn cool though!
The system seems very well assembled with precision screws. Awesome video
Finnaly! This case checks all the boxes for me. Would be an excellent Home Assistant case.
Very nice, I just ordered one. What got me was the full size video ports. I like the idea of a internal SSD as well.
The module is probably the future of RPi. You get the unit with support for the peripherals, and you can then use a standard template or a third party, with your choice of form factors for cables and storage etc.
Great video, and a really nice looking/functional case. This is perfect for a situation when you've reached a point where you are committing a Pi and an SSD to a particular job. If, like me, you're more into evaluating different OSs/distros, you'd want the SSD to be external (perhaps sitting between a set of rails on the top of the case). Still very cool though! 👍🏻👍🏻
Case options for the Pi 4 keep getting better and better.
This is indeed one of the nicest casing !!
Great video as always. Can’t wait for your full video on this with the script install
“The early bird gets the overview “
Cool case / nice design / lots of features.
I’m on my 3RD design and have almost got my 3D printed case looking ok but after looking over this new design and going back to the drawing board.
I would like to see them design a new case using M.2 Drive. It would make the case smaller.
Thanks for sharing
Is it worth it to go m.2 for a Pi? Seems they go SSD because they can be had for super cheap and already max out the USB connection speed
Joe Bro you can get ssds in an m.2 form factor.. so yeah.. for those who want a smaller case it absolutely makes sense🙂
you can always look up Argon one M.2, i have no idea why ETA Prime is stepping around the V2 of the Argon one case and the M.2 version of the Argon one case, he knows they exists but still don't mention them, only mentions the old argon one case which have been around from before usb boot.
i smell personal interests on this over-expensive case.
@@gargoyled_drake that old adage @TH-cam viewer buying beware” he’s running a channel to make money, that’s his job. He’s going to try to maximize his time by getting more views on products that interest people just because he’s showing this to you, you have no obligation to buy and it’s up to you to be informed. Have a good one.
@@NewAgeDIY but that will only bite a youtuber in the butt... :/ since he will, in the end, only be screwing over his viewers / subscibers and loose trust and there by loose views or at least subs from people of the same interests as him.. i get it when it comes to something like upcoming video games and what not, but with single board computers and like this, cases for them it makes no sense since (even though it's popular right now) his loyale both viewers but also ppl who would link his videos or share his content to others would choose not to if he shows to be too not trust worthy and a sell out... so no, i don't buy that, otherwise ETA Prime is looking at a future of downhilling if that is really the case.
Wow, that is one nice case. Think I need to get my hands on one.
Mine just arrived today!
This is awesome thanks for the vid prime
Beautiful case, great slution for external hd/ssd
I've been using the Argon One case for the pi I work from home on. If it's really that much more quiet, it would definitely make for a good replacement. The SSD support and full-sized HDMI would add a lot.
Finally received my DeskPi Pro on Fri 18-12-20 after a ling wait
but it was worth the pre order wait..
What a great unit, very high quality and well designed. This is a top of the line product not just a junky plastic case but a great home for the Raspbery Pi 4 , 8 GB. The new dark screws look good on the front and back panel .
Regards Ernie from Australia
now that looks nice and sleek
YES! More cases to solve the cable octopus. I love this!
It solves the biggest issues I have with the original Pi Desktop. HDMI connection on the side, while everything else connects on the rear; and access to the SD card slot.
Wow, this is a great value for the money! Someone needs to find a very small ITX case and produce adapters for pi to use it in a standard form factor pc case. Seems like it wouldn't be that hard, but apparently it's nearly impossible. Thanks ETA Prime for sharing this video.
This is such a great design. This would be great for Retropie setup on a SSD
There's a lot to be said about port redirection and getting everything routed in the same direction. I really like this case for that reason. By itself, the Raspberry Pi is a cable clutter machine, so being able to get everything organized is really fantastic. I'm really just concerned about how well that PCB is designed, for the HDMI signal integrity.
This one looks great and has an ice cooler included? Sign me up! So long as the sata to usb connector they use will allow full UAS usb booting of SSD hard drives.
Great review as usual keep up the awesome content. I'd say retropie is my os
of choice
Very nice case. It would be nice f they had the option for VESA mount. Thanks for taking the time to do this video.
Been getting into pocket PC's and things like that more lately. Want to get a pi3 or 4 and mess with it have some fun mostly for portable emulation. This case looks awesome.
Man i am starting to fall in Love with these PI.Maybe in the future i would consider one.Mainly for an entertainment pc.As i am using my first dual core which is a amd 4600+ x2 from 2005 i think and you can feel it's age.It's good enough for video's at least :D
I recently bought the Argon One and love it but I’m also using an external 2.5 hdd so the Desk pi would be a great fit!
Wouldn't it still be external though?
It makes me want a tiny keyboard and tiny CRT monitor to go with it for the old-school desktop feeling.
That’s hilarious, I’ll buy it!
Front mounted USB is perfect for a clean LibreElec build with a FLIRC dongle, especially for family who want something a simple to use as possible.
Also good for a RetroPie box that uses wired controllers. I'm intrigued.
Looks like a great solution for a RPi based NAS device
simply awesome , did you make video regarding scripts and overclocking u mentioned at the end ?
I love it, its will be my next projet synology nas.
Awesome case.. You need to do that configuration with a retroPie arcade build.. I'd love to see if it can handle some of the harder to play games... I look forward to your next episode...
You video review on this product is real good. I ordered one on 25 Sept 2020, it still has not shipped.
I am waiting to get a reply from the manufacturer.
Keep up the good work.
Regards Ernie from Australia
This is an awesome product! The only reason I am doubting to switch this out for my Argon 1 is that you don’t have an option to keep the usb3 loop for the SSD internal. You still have to attach a knob externally to connect it but I understand the choice so you can choose to boot from SD and keep both usb3 ports.
If I wouldn’t have an Argon1, it would be a tough choice although the Argon is way smaller and offers a lot of similar functionality.
All my Pis are headless so I couldn't care less about the HDMI but the case looks wonderful and it's ssd support is what made me preorder it.
Awesome thank you
I couldn't wait for my new M.2 SSD drive to arrive so I installed a 2.5 inch SATA drive from one of my old laptops. It struggles to boot but eventually it does. Seems to run okay, played 1080p automatically on youtube. 38 frames out of 2000 dropped. I am not sure about the cooling, but my new Muizei case is running under 40 normally, rarely topping out at 62 when running multiple windows, I think the DeskPi Pro is running at low 40's. Great video thanks for sharing, pretty sure this was why I bought the DeskPi Pro. Love your channel.
I did get my M.2 SSD card and installed it. Having trouble reading from the drive. I have it it working but at reboot it fails. Even the microSd Cards are not getting read. I took it apart and fitted everything nicely, going to do it one more time and concentrate on the cables and the M.2 connection. Still runs hot at around 50 deg and slow, so something not right. My Miuzei case is awesome, Ordered an Argon M.2 Case to replace the Deskpi Pro if I don't get it working.
That is really nice, not sure why I'm only seeing this video, but thanks.
That’s a beefy cooler for the Pi 4. Nice work on their part.
Very nice case
Hey All. Just got my stock and case now also supports M.2 or 2.5" SATA Drives. Also has power always on jumpers on MB. Pi-Mania/AUS
Bonjour, superbe boitier. comme toujours superbe video !
I have been wanting something like this for quite a while. And have had ideas of trying to cool the argon one with a 80mm fan above it... Which i would have hoped they would make space for a 80-92mm fan... bigger fan less noise. and way cooler. But i ordered this one anyway.
seems good for what i want to get a rap pi for, mainly want one for emulation and watching movies and anime on. I could just get an argon and external drive but this fitting a 2.5 makes it more appealing.
For the production version they've added GPIO pins, an IR sensor and a SATA to M.2 adapter.
the best case for pi4 !!!
Very nice bit of kit, but I have so many Pi's now I don't been another one ... yet.
Yes
Does the heatsink actually contact the cpu? On my icecooler tower, there was a significant gap between the heatsink and the soc, to use thermal paste I modded the mounts with a dremel, so that it would actually contact the cpu / soc, letting me use thermal paste.
i’m waiting until it is actually on sale since i have too many preorders already... i am thinking of using an ssd to m.2 adapter. thoughts on that modification with this case?
This is definitely an amazing looking case and seems more functional than others.
Ha
The larger size compared to the usual case is acceptable considering you get a proper 2.5 sata mount, and full size hdmi. The Argon has almost everything on one side, this one has the power button in front and the i/o in the back, which is nice. Tho I suppose the size could be a minus for those who wanted a small portable/hidden pc.
I find it so difficult to avoid screen-tearing without enabling some form of compositing on a pi;
I've seen you use a display or 2 where it didn't have it somehow tho; its p neat but mecha curious how that works lol
Oh I want this badly!
Good price point for what it can do too. Might just get it once I find a need for a pi4
Very nice solution. I would like to see a version with an included battery, something along the line of a PiJuice.
Looks awesome, so I ordered one. To get the Pi to boot from the SSD should I follow your video of a few months back, or are there some other steps to follow?
Very nice video. The only thing I would want to add is the board for four 18650’s to attach to it. That would neglect a issue for power outages.
This going to be awesome
very cool setup, I have a question though, that heatsink is fairly massive, would a thermal pad allow the ram to contact it effectively? does it block the usb/ethernet/pcie bridge chips if we want to put some cooling blocks on them as well?
This case looks great! Even when you're not using it on the pi, you can use it as a usb3 SATA adapter. That's really handy when you need to quickly connect to a desktop PC (if you have a USB 3 A male to A male, or usb C to A Male adapter.
I wonder if the usb C on the pi 4 could be forced into host mode, like the usb power on something like the odroid c2. Since it can also act as host/OTG.
If so, it could possibly free up a usb 3 port.
They have these released now, do you have a video about installing the proprietary scripts? thanks ETA!
Cool looking case and very functional. But my only issues is sacrificing a usb port for the ssd. If only there was another way to connect the ssd to free up the usb port.
Hi
Great review as always "a pro" :) Thank you very much.
What is the wifi performance? Does this much of aluminium affect the range?
Thanks for the video! I really like this case, but I'm confused why they didn't make one of the front USB ports 3.0. I have USB 3 thumb drives, and I don't want to have to plug them into the back of the machine to run them at full speed. Also, how's the weight? Would I have to hold it down to keep it from sliding around when I plug a USB drive into the front of the case?
Don't think I'd change anything except the screws. The blue blinky light may get a bit annoying, but it's nothing a little masking tape won't fix. I do like the cooler setup.
This is very awosome. Lovit.
I ordered mine a few months ago but alas from fake shipment dates to being notified it's being shipped with tracking number to being told it was sent back because it failed inspection. Late March is the new ETA so if you want one you likely need to be a TH-cam influencer else closer to April for you. Thank you for posting future tech.
I would like to have this for my retro pi.
Full-size hdmi! Touchdown!!! 🤑🤑🤑
Thanks for the exposure to Pi accessories. I am very new to the SBC world and am very interested. I'm slowly gaining the knowledge to determine what to purchase first, to get started. my OS would start with windows 10 to start due to inexperience with other systems. Linux would be my next system to tackle once im up and running. Does the Desk Pi-Pro have access to the GPIO header through the case?
This company knows with channel they must send the case! I saw the case even on leepsvideo. 😉 Nice case and if I can buy it, I would do it!
Also be nice if they would have colored options for the cases with maybe some that are transparent for installing a light kit. Waiting for someone to make a Flying saucer case that is clear or transparent color for light kits.
This makes sense.
pretty cool. I like it.
Nice product
Nice review, I just ordered one. Is there a way to access the 40 GPIO pins through the case without cutting a hole in the side?
How do you feel about this case compared to retroflags nespi case? Which would you yourself pick, and do you feel this has enough features to warrant switching over to from retroflags nespi? (as its one of the other cases with built in ssd support and adding a power button etc...)