The LattePanda is a Chinese
single-board computer
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. It is conceptually similar to the
Raspberry Pi, but is significantly more expensive and runs
Intel
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processors instead of
ARM. It is capable of running
Windows 10
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or
Linux
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.
The computer uses
Intel Atom processors with a dedicated co-processor for managing the general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pins similar to those found on a Raspberry Pi.
Features
The first version of the LattePanda, running
Windows 10
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, was developed by a team in
Shanghai
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through a
Kickstarter
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campaign that began in late 2015.
The later versions, Alpha 800 and Alpha 864, added Linux capability.
external GPU
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can also be added to increase graphics capability.[
There is also a dual M.2 connector that allows it to connect to fast ]NVM Express
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-based solid-state drive
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storage, and an array of GPIO headers allowing connection to various peripherals in the same manner as a Raspberry Pi.[
The Alpha has similar specifications and capability as a 12-inch MacBook, despite being around $1,000 cheaper ($358 compared to about $1,200).][ However, it is still substantially more expensive than the Pi.][
]
Reception
The LattePanda has been well-received. Reviewers have found it runs Windows 10 acceptably and is responsive, and can be used for some video editing.[
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References
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