Review on Optimized Flirc Raspberry Pi 4 Case for Kodi by Brian Vasquez

This is the best case I've ever had to work with. The plastic bottom means Wi-Fi isn't blocked (an issue with all aluminum cases), and that's a big deal. It also keeps the core cool best. Even running LINPACK (same test for TOP500 supercomputers list) it barely reaches 80°C and only starts CPU thermal throttling. It has a few issues: the surface that mates with the processor isn't flat, there's even a shape mark that forms a bubble (see image). Another issue is that the case doesn't actually touch the processor: it uses a thick thermal pad. It would be nice if there was better contact so heat could be better transferred. Finally, the top has a nice piece of soft-to-the-touch plastic that looks nice but impedes heat transfer, meaning a hotter CPU. Luckily the plastic cover can stay on. However, when all four cores are running at full power, heat is still transferred to the case well - I can't keep my finger on one spot on the case for more than a few seconds. seconds.