The Radxa ROCK Pi 4B+ is a compact single-board computer based on the Rockchip OP1 (RK3399-class) processor, featuring a hexa-core CPU (2× Cortex-A72 + 4× Cortex-A53), Mali-T860 GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5, onboard eMMC storage, USB 3.0, and support for NVMe SSDs via M.2.
Compared to the Raspberry Pi 4, the ROCK Pi 4B+ offers several hardware improvements:
- More powerful CPU architecture for many compute-intensive workloads.
- Native Gigabit Ethernet connected directly through the SoC rather than via USB, reducing latency and improving networking efficiency.
- Support for high-speed NVMe SSDs through an M.2 slot.
- Built-in eMMC storage support, providing faster and more reliable storage than microSD cards.
- PCIe expansion capability through the M.2 interface.
- Hardware support for higher-performance storage and I/O applications such as NAS, servers, and edge computing.
- Better storage throughput and responsiveness when using eMMC or NVMe devices.
Overall, the ROCK Pi 4B+ is designed for users who need faster networking, significantly better storage options, and stronger performance for demanding applications. Its more powerful CPU can also provide improved performance in retro gaming emulation, particularly for systems that place heavier demands on the processor. While performance varies by emulator and software optimization, users may see smoother gameplay, higher frame rates, and better compatibility with more demanding console platforms. Combined with fast eMMC or NVMe storage, the ROCK Pi 4B+ can also reduce load times and improve the overall responsiveness of a retro gaming system.
Specs -
SoC: Rockchip OP1
CPU: Dual-Core Arm Cortex-A72 @ 2.0GHz and Quad-Core Arm Cortex-A53 @ 1.5GHz
GPU: Arm Mali T860MP4
RAM: 2GB LPDDR4Storage:
- 1x M.2 M-Key Slot (4-lane PCIe 2.1) supports NVMe SSD
Display: Full-sized HDMI supporting up to 4K@60HzWireless: WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5Ethernet: 1x Gigabit Ethernet with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, powered by PoE with an additional HAT requiredUSB: 2x USB3 ports, 2x USB2 ports
Included with the ROCK Pi 4B+ is the official heatsink specialized for ROCK 4 Series boards.This heatsink is enough to keep the maximum temperatures under intense load within a safe range to prevent thermal throttling.
Additionally, a 15cm IPEX/UF.L to SMA Female cable is included.This can be used to connect an antenna to improve WiFi reception.
No antenna, SD card, M.2 card, power adapter, USB-C cable, or HDMI cable is included.
The Rock Pi 4B+ supports various power supply technologies, includingUSB Power Delivery (PD 2.0) or Qualcomm Quick Charge (QC 2.0/3.0) power adapters. The board can also accept a fixed voltage supply between 6V and 12V through the USB-C power input.
Important: This system ships with a clean Batocera installation only. No ROMs, BIOS files, games, or copyrighted content are included. Buyers are expected to source and configure their own content and understand how to use Batocera before purchase.
This listing is intended for users familiar with Batocera and retro gaming systems. Technical support for adding ROMs, BIOS files, or configuring emulators is not included.
If you'd like another OS flashed to the eMMC prior to shipment or have any other questions, please feel free to send me a message!
