I'm currently writing this review on my Raspberry Pi 400. I've been using it as my daily driver for about a week now and I honestly love it. I bought this after my Asus Zenbook died (do not buy Asus Zenbook). I initially bought it to use as a temporary computer while I got my laptop fixed; however, after using the RPi 400 for work, I think I will continue using it as my daily driver. The performance is surprisingly good. Its not as good as a normal laptop but I'm able to answer emails, browse the web, watch/stream videos, CAD, and DNA design software.
The Raspberry Pi 400 itself is well built. It is made from quality plastic and the heatsink inside is impressive. You can overclock it without adding any heatsinks. Learning Linux has taken some work since I have only ever used windows but there are many guides online. There are websites to walk you through almost anything you want to do.
The only downside I can think of for the Raspberry Pi 400 is that there is limited aftermarket accessories for it compared to the Raspberry Pi 4. You can find some aftermarket stuff for the RPi 400 but I wish there was more. The only reason I can think of not to buy this is that the Raspberry Pi 5 just came out and has double the computing power, but you cant beat the form factor of the RPi 400.
This would be perfect for a child to learn the fundamentals of computers while also being able to use it for minecraft and netflix. I wish I had one of these as a kid. Even as an adult I think its cool.
I highly recommend buying this. A lot of reviews are complaining about how expensive it is but honesly $85 for an entire computer in a keyboard is a pretty good deal if you ask me. Just get it. You won't regret having one of these.
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My first Pi, Love this thing
I'm currently writing this review on my Raspberry Pi 400. I've been using it as my daily driver for about a week now and I honestly love it. I bought this after my Asus Zenbook died (do not buy Asus Zenbook). I initially bought it to use as a temporary computer while I got my laptop fixed; however, after using the RPi 400 for work, I think I will continue using it as my daily driver. The performance is surprisingly good. Its not as good as a normal laptop but I'm able to answer emails, browse the web, watch/stream videos, CAD, and DNA design software.The Raspberry Pi 400 itself is well built. It is made from quality plastic and the heatsink inside is impressive. You can overclock it without adding any heatsinks. Learning Linux has taken some work since I have only ever used windows but there are many guides online. There are websites to walk you through almost anything you want to do.The only downside I can think of for the Raspberry Pi 400 is that there is limited aftermarket accessories for it compared to the Raspberry Pi 4. You can find some aftermarket stuff for the RPi 400 but I wish there was more. The only reason I can think of not to buy this is that the Raspberry Pi 5 just came out and has double the computing power, but you cant beat the form factor of the RPi 400.This would be perfect for a child to learn the fundamentals of computers while also being able to use it for minecraft and netflix. I wish I had one of these as a kid. Even as an adult I think its cool.I highly recommend buying this. A lot of reviews are complaining about how expensive it is but honesly $85 for an entire computer in a keyboard is a pretty good deal if you ask me. Just get it. You won't regret having one of these.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2023
Color: Pi 400 Keyboard OnlyVerified Purchase
I'm currently writing this review on my Raspberry Pi 400. I've been using it as my daily driver for about a week now and I honestly love it. I bought this after my Asus Zenbook died (do not buy Asus Zenbook). I initially bought it to use as a temporary computer while I got my laptop fixed; however, after using the RPi 400 for work, I think I will continue using it as my daily driver. The performance is surprisingly good. Its not as good as a normal laptop but I'm able to answer emails, browse the web, watch/stream videos, CAD, and DNA design software.
The Raspberry Pi 400 itself is well built. It is made from quality plastic and the heatsink inside is impressive. You can overclock it without adding any heatsinks. Learning Linux has taken some work since I have only ever used windows but there are many guides online. There are websites to walk you through almost anything you want to do.
The only downside I can think of for the Raspberry Pi 400 is that there is limited aftermarket accessories for it compared to the Raspberry Pi 4. You can find some aftermarket stuff for the RPi 400 but I wish there was more. The only reason I can think of not to buy this is that the Raspberry Pi 5 just came out and has double the computing power, but you cant beat the form factor of the RPi 400.
This would be perfect for a child to learn the fundamentals of computers while also being able to use it for minecraft and netflix. I wish I had one of these as a kid. Even as an adult I think its cool.
I highly recommend buying this. A lot of reviews are complaining about how expensive it is but honesly $85 for an entire computer in a keyboard is a pretty good deal if you ask me. Just get it. You won't regret having one of these.
The Raspberry Pi 400 itself is well built. It is made from quality plastic and the heatsink inside is impressive. You can overclock it without adding any heatsinks. Learning Linux has taken some work since I have only ever used windows but there are many guides online. There are websites to walk you through almost anything you want to do.
The only downside I can think of for the Raspberry Pi 400 is that there is limited aftermarket accessories for it compared to the Raspberry Pi 4. You can find some aftermarket stuff for the RPi 400 but I wish there was more. The only reason I can think of not to buy this is that the Raspberry Pi 5 just came out and has double the computing power, but you cant beat the form factor of the RPi 400.
This would be perfect for a child to learn the fundamentals of computers while also being able to use it for minecraft and netflix. I wish I had one of these as a kid. Even as an adult I think its cool.
I highly recommend buying this. A lot of reviews are complaining about how expensive it is but honesly $85 for an entire computer in a keyboard is a pretty good deal if you ask me. Just get it. You won't regret having one of these.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
The Raspberry Pi 400 is their first computer in a keyboard. Once you load the Noobs Operating System onto your micro-SD card, insert it in your Pi 400, attach your power supply, monitor, and mouse, you fire it up the first time and you're soon looking at a beautiful desktop picture with some Apps ready to go. It really is one of the least expensive full-fledged computers you can buy anywhere. The Pi400 can run free software for word processing, publishing, games and more.
The computer itself uses a 64-bit, quad core chip from Broadcom, with 4GBs of non-upgradable RAM. On the back of the keyboard, you'll find 2 4K micro-HDMI ports (So you can run 2 monitors if you want), 2 USB 3.1 ports, 1 2.0 USB port, and an ethernet RJ45 port. The Pi400 also comes with built in Wi-Fi to connect to your network if you want. The build quality is quite good, and the keyboard has a nice, easy touch to it. This an excellent extra computer for your busy household and it's a great computer for pre-teens and teens to learn on and experiment with. Truth be told, it's good for any age. I'm retired and I bought the Pi 400 to learn coding and try some projects myself
The Pi 400 also has a full, covered, 40-pin GPIO header on the back so you can use the Pi 400 for your Raspberry Pi projects and experiments too.
Power supplies and micro-HDMI cables for the computer are easy to find on Amazon. That's all you'll need if you have an old monitor and mouse sitting around. I purchased a starter kit that came with all the accessories I needed for my Pi400, right here on Amazon. Some of the kits available on Amazon also come with the Pi 400 Keyboard Computer included, so you don't have to add anything except your monitor.
I am really enjoying my Raspberry Pi400, and I hope that you do too
Fully functional Desktop Computer for not a lot of dollars
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
Raspberry Pi is well known for quality, inexpensive computers since 2012. Their computers are used in thousands of projects from complicated to basic the world over. They're great for teaching people about the guts of computers and how to program them, again from basic coding to more complicated.Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
The Raspberry Pi 400 is their first computer in a keyboard. Once you load the Noobs Operating System onto your micro-SD card, insert it in your Pi 400, attach your power supply, monitor, and mouse, you fire it up the first time and you're soon looking at a beautiful desktop picture with some Apps ready to go. It really is one of the least expensive full-fledged computers you can buy anywhere. The Pi400 can run free software for word processing, publishing, games and more.
The computer itself uses a 64-bit, quad core chip from Broadcom, with 4GBs of non-upgradable RAM. On the back of the keyboard, you'll find 2 4K micro-HDMI ports (So you can run 2 monitors if you want), 2 USB 3.1 ports, 1 2.0 USB port, and an ethernet RJ45 port. The Pi400 also comes with built in Wi-Fi to connect to your network if you want. The build quality is quite good, and the keyboard has a nice, easy touch to it. This an excellent extra computer for your busy household and it's a great computer for pre-teens and teens to learn on and experiment with. Truth be told, it's good for any age. I'm retired and I bought the Pi 400 to learn coding and try some projects myself
The Pi 400 also has a full, covered, 40-pin GPIO header on the back so you can use the Pi 400 for your Raspberry Pi projects and experiments too.
Power supplies and micro-HDMI cables for the computer are easy to find on Amazon. That's all you'll need if you have an old monitor and mouse sitting around. I purchased a starter kit that came with all the accessories I needed for my Pi400, right here on Amazon. Some of the kits available on Amazon also come with the Pi 400 Keyboard Computer included, so you don't have to add anything except your monitor.
I am really enjoying my Raspberry Pi400, and I hope that you do too
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Amazon Customer
The Best Raspberry Pi so far.
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2021Color: Pi 400 Keyboard OnlyVerified Purchase
Amazon Customer
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2021
Just create a micro SD with a Linux build connect a monitor or 2 using the HDMi Micro connections, provide power and you have a very sweet setup. This Pi is very quick and most programs are very responsive. I use it to program using Visual Studio Code and the Arduino IDE for various projects. This is the easiest setup I have found so far. All you need is power monitors and maybe a unifying dongle for a mouse. Still have 2 USB 3.0 ports free and easy access to the 40 pin GPIO For headless small form factor the Raspberry Pi 4 or a zero would be a better choice. Also this one does not have the camera ribbon header but supports lots of web cams so not a huge issue.
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Amazon Customer
Great unit to learn Linux
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2023Color: Pi 400 Keyboard OnlyVerified Purchase
Don Sutherland
All you need to add is a monitor
Reviewed in Canada on August 31, 2021Color: Pi 400 KitVerified Purchase
Kittensmiles
Easy to use, amazing little machine that makes for perfect retro gaming computer.
Reviewed in Canada on October 10, 2021Color: Pi 400 KitVerified Purchase
Kittensmiles
Reviewed in Canada on October 10, 2021
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mike kennedy
Great little personal computer with built in keyboard
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2021Color: Pi 400 Keyboard OnlyVerified Purchase
