Marstudy
Marstudy Premium Metal Case
Bottom line: The Marstudy Premium Metal Case is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the single-board computers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Marstudy's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Premium Metal Case with PCIe NVMe Hat and Low Noise Bearing System Fan&Heatsinks Cambo for Raspberry Pi 5
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Marstudy Premium Metal Case using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the single-board computers category. Marstudy's single-board computers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for single-board computers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Includes a metal case with a removable cover, specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5, compatible with the Raspberry Pi 5, and comes with a PCIe expansion board X1001. Supports the installation of M.2 KEY-M NVMe SSDs (2230/2242/2260/2280 length) and the mounting of an active cooler. The metal case protects your Pi and allows access to all ports.
- Includes the active cooler for the Raspberry Pi 5 CPU. Combining a temperature-controlled fan and an aluminum heatsink, it features thermally conductive adhesive to reduce the risk of overheating. It offers superior performance compared to traditional heatsinks and is easy to install simply connect the 4-pin cable to the Raspberry Pi 5's fan header and secure the active cooler with spring-loaded push pins.
- What's inside the Box Marstudy metal case x1, X1001 PCIe expansion board x1, Raspberry Pi Active cooler x1. (Both the Raspberry Pi 5 Platine and SSD are not included in the package.)
Full Specifications
| UPC | 619470014211 |
|---|---|
| ASIN | B0FY6XJXW4 |
| Brand | Marstudy |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio | 169 |
| Manufacturer | Marstudy |
| Model Number | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Processor Brand | ARM |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 2 |
| Total Usb Ports | 2 |
| CPU Manufacturer | ARM |
| CPU Model Number | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Total HDMI Ports | 1 |
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Hardware Interface | Ethernet, HDMI, USB |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Integrated Graphics |
| Graphics Description | Integrated |
| Full listing title | Premium Metal Case with PCIe NVMe Hat and Low Noise Bearing System Fan&Heatsinks Cambo for Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB or 16GB RAM) |
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