iRasptek

iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit

A entry-level single board computer for PC builders, leading with 8 GB.

49/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
8 GBArm Cortex-A76VideoCore VIIstandard
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Why we rate it

  • Above-average ram
  • Above-average hdmi ports
  • No m.2 slot
  • Below-average cores
Score profile

Where the iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit wins and loses

Scored against the single board computers class
ComputePortsExpansion508035
Compute
50
Ports
80
Expansion and GPIO
35
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Compute

CPUArm Cortex-A76
Cores4
RAM8 GB
GPUVideoCore VII

Ports

HDMI ports2

Expansion and GPIO

Camera CSI ports1

Design

Form factorstandard

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Head to head

iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit vs Rock Rock Pi 4 Plus Model B

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ComputePortsExpansion
iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB KitRock Pi 4 Plus Model B
 iRasptekiRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB KitThis pageRockRock Pi 4 Plus Model B
Overall score49 /10050 /100Better
RAM8 GBBetter4 GB
CPUArm Cortex-A76RK3399
CPU cores46Better
WIFIYes
Who it's for

Is the iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable single board computer for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need m.2 slot, in which case a higher-tier single board computer is the better call.

Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other single board computers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.

What stands out on the iRasptek Raspberry Pi 5 8GB Kit?

Its ram stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.

How does it compare to the Orange Pi 5 RK3588S?

The Orange Pi 5 RK3588S scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.