Mango Pi MQ-Pro RISC-V SBC

Mango Pi MQ-Pro low-cost RISC-V single board computer review. Included is a demo running Armbian with an Xfce desktop, and a speed comparison with a Raspberry Pi Zero W.

The Mango Pi MS Pro’s web page is here:

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RISC-V 2023 Update:

Nezha RISC-V SBC:

VisionFive 2: RISC-V Quad Core Low-Cost SBC:

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Unboxing & Specifications
05:10 Linux Distros
12:28 Mango vs Raspberry
16:00 Wrap

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[nERVEcenter]

It's truly shocking that an open ISA specification released barely more than a decade ago is running a working *desktop*. Stunning, considering how long it takes many open source software projects to spin up to critical mass. I also just got one of these boards and demoed it at work, where we make extensive use of embedded computers, from simple 8-bit chips to more powerful ARM hardware. My boss has been evaluating RISC-V as an option considering ARM's recent pricing...shenanigans.

[jayrowe]

That is actually _very_ impressive.
[edit] The Raspberry Pi board completed the lava filter test in 3:14 because...
Pi.

[argetech]

I love the "Your tiny tiny tiny Card Computer" on the underside of the Pink PCB!

[MrJugNut]

LOL "If you were interested in inspecting every frame in a video then this would be perfect" I immediately started humming to myself, Monty Python's "always look on the bright side of life". Good on you Gary keep up the awesome work I luv your channel.

[jpwillm]

RISC-V on the road to success !
RISC-V en route pour le succès !

[JoseLopez-ozxm]

I think the mango pi did really well against the raspberry pi, it looks like Risk v is coming along steady.
Great video Chris as usual.
Thank you

[Marceloalvesgodinho]

Hello Mr. Barnatt. Every Sunday when I'm sweeping and tidying up my house, upon hearing the music from the Explained Computers channel jingle, my daughter and I start dancing....
All the best to you!

[brick]

When I think back to the PC I had when I started university many moons ago.... p120, 16mb ram, 1gb HD. This little board is lightyears ahead, and probably costs less than my mouse back then. Interesting times. If only food were cheaper!

[CCoburn]

We're used to computers that instantly run our programs and have quick video. But this is actually better than the computers many of us older folks got started on. Besides, this is not designed to be a desktop system. It will do fine for its intended purpose. Great video.

[sbc_tinkerer]

Just received my two Mangoes. The RISC-V and ARM versions. Cannot wait to tinker with them and see what they can do. My strange brain noticed that the RPI Zero finished the GIMP test in Pi time 3:14. 😜 Be well my friend! Until next Sunday.... Cheers!

[ivancho]

I love it when you are so genuinely excited about new developments Chris, it's positively contagious. Thank you. 👍

[JohnK]

Risc this brings me back to the AMIGA TRANSPUTER PROJECT how glorious it was in its days. Who doesn't remember the T800!?!?!

[JeffGeerling]

They missed an opportunity for a mango color solder mask! The pink is certainly distinctive, though. And the speed isn't terrible.

Just wish they were sold at some other reseller.

[florabee]

I used to store my homework on cassette audio tapes- to me, that seems like not long ago. Now for not much more than the price of a pack of tapes is the entire computer with immensely more capability, in a package smaller than half an audio cassette. Amazing to me.

[imnottheonlychris]

I love your work, Chris. You have the right attitude, foresight, perspective and knowledge to make these videos a cut above the rest. I will see you again.. verrry soon.

[MaggieKeizai]

Timely! My 3 mango pis just showed up in the mail yesterday.

[igordasunddas]

Whenever I come across your videos, it's always a joy to watch. Thank you! I also love your enthusiasm.

[MarquisDeSang]

Add to CART NOW!!! You are the best my friend.

[brianwood]

Great video Chris, hop[e your keeping safe and well. Thanks for sharing.

[HilaryCheng]

It is really impressive especially for the GIMP filtering test. RISC-V really a goods design for Low-Power and Cost Effective solution for the IC vendor.