PiKVM comparison
Not sure which PiKVM to choose? Here’s a side-by-side look at the current models, from the legacy V3 options to the latest V4 generation.
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PiKVM V3 & V3 HAT | V4 Mini | V4 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main computing unit | RPi4 | CM4 | CM4 |
| 1920x1200 @ 60 HDMI video support with sound |
|
✓ | ✓ |
| Improved compatibility for many UEFI and BIOS |
|
✓ | ✓ |
| USB key/mouse/mass storage emulation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB host support (external USB device ports) | ✓ |
|
✓ |
| Additional USB storage support (internal USB port) |
|
|
✓ |
| RJ-45 console port | ✓ |
|
✓ |
| Cooling system | Axial fan | Fanless quiet | Advanced with radial fan |
| Locator LED |
|
✓ | ✓ |
| Power consumption in idle mode | 3.3W | 2.65W | 3.3W |
| External antenna support |
|
WiFi* | WiFi*/LTE** |
| mPCI-e slot with USB lines for LTE/5G cards |
|
|
✓ |
Notes:
* Requires optional 1x 2.4GHz/5.8GHz Antenna kit for CM4 or equivalent per one PiKVM
** Requires optional mPCI LTE card and antenna kit