PINE64 15$ Computer

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PINE64 LAUNCHES AND EXCEEDS GOAL IN LESS THAN ONE DAY (VIDEO) - In just one day, PINE64, a quad core 64 bit 1.2GH expandable system launched and not only met its financial goal, but exceeded it. Available for just $15, the goal was to raise $31,416 in 45 days, but the excitement of this open source Quad Core mini PC has far exceeded the fiscal goals.
The PINE64 includes an ARM Cortex-A53 processor, 4k video output via HDMI, built-in real-time clock, 512MB of RAM, on-board battery charging circuitry, 2 USB ports, Micro SD storage, and the ability to run Linux or Android. The mini PC is also available in an upgraded model containing 1GB of RAM and a Gigabit Ethernet connection. The base model is able to not only compete but outperform other 32 bit open source boards by 20-30%. In fact, the 1.1 Gpixel/s throughput offers slightly better graphics than was offered by the original X-Box.

PINE64  SPECS AT A GLANCE

• 64-bit Quad-core 1.2Ghz ARM Cortex-A53 processor
• MALI400 GPU with two processing cores
• 4k video output through HDMI
• 512MB of RAM (the 64+ version of the board offers 1GB)
• On-board circuitry for battery charging
• Built-in realtime clock
• 2 USB ports
• 10/100 ethernet (gigabit on the 64+)
• MicroSD storage
• Runs Linux or Android
• 5?×3.125?
• Curiously absent from the campaign page are details regarding GPIO and other, low level buses