SolidRun CuBox-i4 Micro PC - i.Mx6 Quad 4GB RAM Android

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SolidRun CuBox-i4 Micro PC - i.Mx6 Quad 4GB RAM Android

The SolidRun CuBox-i4Pro is a marvel of minimalist engineering, packing surprising power into a tiny 2-inch polished cube. This high-end model features the i.MX6 Quad-core processor, offering a versatile balance of performance and efficiency for developers and enthusiasts alike.

Equipped with 4GB of DDR3 RAM, integrated WiFi, and Bluetooth, it serves as an ideal platform for a discreet media center, an Android workstation, or a compact Linux server. With an HDMI output supporting 1080p, an eSATA port for fast storage, and an optical audio out, the CuBox-i4Pro transforms any screen into a smart hub while consuming remarkably little power.

The SolidRun CuBox-i4 (specifically the i4Pro and the later i4x4) is the flagship of the CuBox-i series a line of ultra-compact, fanless mini-computers known for their "2x2x2 inch" cube design.

• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet (speed is limited to ~470 Mbps due to internal bus constraints).
• Wireless: Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and Bluetooth 4.0.
• Video Out: HDMI 1.4 with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) and 3D support. 
• Audio Out: Optical S/PDIF for high-fidelity digital audio.
• USB: 2 x USB 2.0 host ports.
• External Storage: eSATA II (3 Gbps) for high-speed external hard drives, plus a MicroSD slot for the operating system and local storage.
• Developer Interface: Micro USB-to-RS232 "service port" for serial console access.
• Included 8GB MicroSD Card

Core Processing & Memory

Unique Hardware Features

Processor

NXP (formerly Freescale) i.MX6 Quad-core ARM Cortex-A9, typically clocked at 1.0 GHz to 1.2 GHz.

GPU

Integrated Vivante GC2000 with OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0 and OpenCL 1.1 Embedded Profile support.It features a quad-shader engine for high-performance 3D graphics and hardware-accelerated video decoding.

RAM 

i4x4 4GB DDR3 (though effectively ~3.8GB is addressable due to hardware architecture).

Infrared (IR)

Both an IR receiver and transmitter are built-in, making it a popular choice for Home Theater PC (HTPC) setups.

RTC

Real-Time Clock with an integrated backup battery.

Design

A fanless, silent enclosure measuring just 55 x 55 x 42 mm.

The CuBox-i4 is an open-source friendly platform. It typically ships with Android pre-installed on a MicroSD card but is widely used with Kodi / XBMC, Debian, Ubuntu, Arch Linux, and Yocto.

Kodi / XBMC

Popular for media centers (via distributions like LibreELEC or OpenELEC).

Use Cases

Often deployed as a NAS (Network Attached Storage), digital signage player, or thin client.

Connectivity & Ports

Despite its tiny footprint, the CuBox-i4 is highly connectivity-focused,

Specifications:

Product: SolidRun Micro PC

Model: CuBox-i4

Processor family: NXP i.MX6 Quad

Processor model: ARM Cortex-A9

Processor frequency: 1.0 GHz to 1.2 GHz, (4 Quad-core, 4 threads)

Internal memory: 4GB RAM

Internal memory type: DDR3

On-board graphics: Vivante GC2000 GPU

Connectivity: Ethernet / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth

Product colour: Black

Dimensions: Approx. 55 x 55 x 42 mm

Weight: 208g

Ports and Slots:

• 1x HDMI output
• 1x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
• USB 2.0: 2x USB A, 1x micro-USB for console/debug
• 1x eSATA II (high-speed external SATA storage connection)
• microSD card slot