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ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) Review

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Details

Screen Size5 Inches
Display Resolution Maximum800 x 480 Pixels
BrandELECROW
Special FeatureTouchscreen, Portable
Connectivity TechnologyUSB, HDMI

Description of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)

Product Overview

Introducing the ELECROW RC050S, a cutting-edge Raspberry Pi-compatible monitor that offers an immersive visual experience. With its 5-inch capacitive touchscreen and support for an 800X480P resolution, this portable monitor is designed to enhance your Raspberry Pi projects to new heights. Featuring a sleek design and a range of convenient features, the RC050S brings functionality and versatility to your setup.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Seamless Raspberry Pi Integration: The RC050S comes equipped with accessories that allow for easy mounting of your Raspberry Pi on the back of the monitor. Say goodbye to cluttered setups and enjoy a neat and tidy connection.

2. Customized Connectivity: With two sets of HDMI and USB connectors tailored specifically for Raspberry Pi 4 and 3 Model B, the RC050S ensures a seamless and hassle-free connection. No more tangled cables jutting out from the sides of the monitor, providing a clean and organized workspace.

3. Enhanced Flexibility: The RC050S features copper pillars that serve as a prop stand, allowing for more flexible installation and removal. Adjust the monitor to your preferred viewing angle effortlessly, providing optimal comfort during your projects.

Applications and Target Audience

Designed for Raspberry Pi enthusiasts, makers, and professionals, the ELECROW RC050S offers a wide range of applications:

  • Portable Raspberry Pi Projects: Take your Raspberry Pi projects on the go with the RC050S. Its compact size and lightweight design make it perfect for travel and outdoor use.
  • Education and Learning: Whether you're a student, educator, or hobbyist, the RC050S provides a practical tool for teaching and learning coding, electronics, and software development using Raspberry Pi.
  • Automation and Control Systems: With its touchscreen capability and seamless Raspberry Pi integration, the RC050S is ideal for building automation and control systems, allowing for intuitive user interfaces and interaction.
  • Unlock the full potential of your Raspberry Pi with the ELECROW RC050S, and elevate your projects with its high-quality display and versatile features.

    [Mini Screen for Raspberry Pi]5 inch monitor, support 800*480 resolution. With the accessories included in the box, you can easily mount your Raspberry Pi on the back of the monitor. [Neat & Tidy Connection]Comes with 2 sets of customized HDMI & USB connectors, suitable for connecting Raspberry Pi 4 3 Model B. No more tangled cables jutting out from sides of monitor. Copper Pillars are used as prop stand for more flexible Installation and removal. [Capacitive USB Touchscreen]Simply power the USB touch port to achieve touch function and no need to install the driver, just plug and play! When used as a computer monitor, supports Win10/8/7, five-point touch. When worked with Raspberry Pi, supports Raspbian, Ubuntu, single touch. When worked with Jetson Nano, support Ubuntu, single touch. [Support Speaker, Brightness & Volume Adjustment]Brightness & Volume can be adjusted as you need. With built-in speakers, this small monitor enhances your audiovisual experiences. [Multi-function Portable Monitor]Broadly you can use it with as a Raspberry Pi 4/3/2 screen, small monitor for Win PC, mini gaming monitor, etc.

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    Revainrating 3 out of 5

    It's barely ok and has serious tearing issues!

    Good things first: the screen works with the Pi 4 I tested on; touch screen works; and the sound works too. Really Bad: It has a bad case of screen tearing. This is with the latest clean install of the default Raspberry Pi OS. I've tried everything to get rid of the tearing, but to no avail. This can be a stumbling block when you need a screen for gaming or fast video. Not Great: I really don't think it's an IPS display as the viewing angles are quite narrow. Nowhere in the docs or online is it

    What are the favorable features of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Best 5 inch display I could find but for the price I could go for a 7 inch display maybe a cheap 10 inch display.
    What are the problems of using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • You can't see what's on the side of the screen when you look from a different angle

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Worked and then didn't, but don't worry. This will work for you

    First of all I have to say that this little monitor is perfect for keeping an eye on my PC. Unfortunately I bought a new case and somewhere when I switched to a new case it stopped working. Well my mobo said the USB overload cut the power to keep it from burning out. I'm paraphrasing of course. I have the exact same setup, nothing new except that the new tower has a USB-C front panel, not just 2 USB 23.0s, so that might have helped. I would recommend this screen as it gets the job done. I think

    What benefits does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) offer?
    • Used this for my PC to show live stats. Very clear screen and works well so far!
    What are the disadvantages of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • I will review this when I can provide appropriate feedback.

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    A year later still great

    Use this to set up a mini screen in a PC case that shows temperature, GPU usage, etc. Works great. comes with several different connectors with different angles to facilitate assembly in different ways. The screen looks good and has lasted over a year with no issues. Plugged into a USB port for power and data and my Windows 10 recognized the screen right away. One problem is that the screen never turns off, even when sleeping the monitor stays on but the screen goes black. Not a big issue and…

    What are the perks associated with ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Worked great for what I needed it for
    What are the downsides to using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Limited Connectivity

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Love it! Works with Kubuntu!

    I don't use Aida64 Extreme. This is Kubuntu 21.10 only. Version 21.10 has new widgets and touchpads that can be used as widgets, which is not available in the LTS version. I use my 5" display as an internal touchpad. All I had to do was go to the manufacturer's website, download and install the Ubuntu drivers. (Install them before plugging in the display!) It definitely complements my case!I would buy from them again as I have 3 RPI 3b and 2 RPI 4b.

    What are the key selling points of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Got this for the inside of my computer and it looks great.
    What negative qualities does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) possess?
    • There are downsides

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Worked great the first time!

    I just received the 5" ELECRO touchscreen and followed the setup instructions in the brochure. I bought a model where you can attach the RPi to the back of the screen. The instructions and photos were very clear and to the point. and USB connectors fit perfectly. Aside from adjusting the display size, everything worked great when I turned on the device. I'm using a Pi 4 and a 5 megapixel camera and I can now control the camera and touchscreen remotely (with access to a power source). The…

    What are the upsides of using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Portable multifunction monitor
    What negative features does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) have?
    • High price for features

    Revainrating 2 out of 5

    Not IPS, but when idle it lights up and shows "No Signal "

    I bought this screen to use as a dedicated Aida64 touchpad screen, which seems standard for it, but after installing it I noticed two things. My setup consists of an HDMI cable that runs from my GPU in my case to the display, and a USB cable that connects to the USB header on my motherboard and connects to the display's power supply. First, it's clearly NOT an IPS screen. For me this is mostly not a problem as I plug it into my PC but definitely a hit as IPS is used as a marketing term here…

    What are the pros of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • portable
    What are the problems of using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Bad viewing angles

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Great product after figuring out how to program it.

    I bought this for an iOT project I'm working on with a Raspberry PI 4. I had to rotate the screen 270 degrees (which I did) but couldn't figure out how to get the touchscreen to swap the x/y axis. The calibration tool didn't work for this. I googled but all the advice was wrong. I emailed Elecrow but they didn't help - they just referred me to a blog that didn't solve the problem. I was finally able to figure it out myself and get it working. I am satisfied with the performance and quality. I…

    What are the key selling points of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Suitable for DIY projects and mini TVs
    What are the cons of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Limited energy efficiency

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Great (if not quite perfect) Pi 3 or 4 screen

    This is a great solution for adding an LCD to your Raspberry Pi project. The included brackets and smart U adapters meant I could mount the Pi right on the back of the screen and connect HDMI and touch without the bulky cables sticking out everywhere! This will power my 3D printer's OctoPi, but I could definitely find another use for this design since the kit is so unobtrusive overall. I deducted 1 star because of the screen quality. Let's just say I'm not sure if it's actually an IPS panel…

    What are the reasons to consider ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Very important. Great little monitor
    What are the disadvantages of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Also, it banged really hard

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Great screen, nicely designed for the RPi with a few minor bugs

    That 5 inch screen is great, with a brightness and volume control button. You only use the power cord to make it work. It's a bit more expensive than the other 5-inch screens (but the price difference is significant). I've tested it on both Pi 3B+ and Pi 4, it seems that the micro HDMI to HDMI adapter is not quite the right size, but it can still be connected. One bug I encountered was that when I connect the Pi4 to the screen, the Pi 4's Wi-Fi is unstable. My Pi 4 Wi-Fi can sometimes…

    What positive qualities does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) possess?
    • Plug and play with my rpi 4 speaker, it also worked right out of the box. Used for retro cakes.
    What negative features does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) have?
    • Almost everything is fine

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Small screen form factor but with big features that make it big

    When I was looking for a display for a raspberry pie project I turned to Elecrow because they have many displays for this purpose. The display I bought has the model number RC050S. I love it because it has good material and does great what I should do.

    What positive qualities does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) possess?
    • monitors
    What are the trade-offs of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Something else

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Does everything that is in the description

    Good product. I haven't tried the touchscreen, but the picture quality and brightness are excellent for a small screen like this. I've had it for a day now and it's perfect for my latest project of making a retro slot machine photo frame for my desk.

    What benefits does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) offer?
    • 5 inches
    What are the trade-offs of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Bad speakers

    Revainrating 2 out of 5

    Surprisingly, it came with a small crack. (EDIT. READ REVIEW.)

    Works but came with a crack. It's so small that I really don't want to replace and maintain it. I wish they would have sent me another one but everything is fine! EDIT: Returning item. They send another one but watch the video to see why I'm returning. I didn't mind a little cracking, but that noise? I don't know what's causing it, but yes. do we pray that the second comes without cracks or strange screams? (PS I'm 100% sure it's monitor noise. If I unplug the USB, the noise is gone. Plug it…

    What are the perks associated with ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • computers and accessories
    What are the shortcomings associated with ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Motion Blur: If the resolution is set too low, the display may appear blurry or pixelated.

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Great as a PC touchpad!

    This is a great screen to use as a PC touchpad. Gorgeous color, exceptional viewing angle, and the input ports are recessed to hide wiring. I used an HDMI ribbon cable and a 90° USB to USB cable to connect everything. After installation I used AIDA64 to create my own touchpad. I would recommend this product to anyone looking to undertake a similar project.

    What are the positive aspects of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Portable multifunction monitor
    What are the drawbacks of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Bad brightness

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Great screen - my new review

    The picture is excellent and the text on the screen is very sharp for the small size. The touchscreen is functional, but a screen pen or mouse is ideal.

    What are the favorable features of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • 800x480 pixels
    What are the downsides to using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Almost everything is fine

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    It's simple and comes with perfectly designed Rpi3 and 4 adapters

    Great until I broke it by tripping over a cable. But I only buy two 7 inch models because I was so pleased with the ease of use.

    What are the advantages of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Awakens trust
    What are the shortcomings associated with ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • So-so

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Great as a PC touchpad!

    This is a great screen to use as a PC touchpad. Gorgeous color, exceptional viewing angle, and the input ports are recessed to hide wiring. I used an HDMI ribbon cable and a 90° USB to USB cable to connect everything. After installation I used AIDA64 to create my own touchpad. I would recommend this product to anyone looking to undertake a similar project.

    What benefits does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) offer?
    • 1 x 4.77 x 3.75 inches
    What are the downsides to using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Tight color palette

    The touchscreen and image quality are as expected. The strange design of the frames and the crash when the computer is restarted during updates are a bit creepy and annoying.

    What positive qualities does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) possess?
    • RC050S
    What are the problems of using ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Poor image quality and resolution.

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    Excellent screen in my review

    The picture is excellent and the text on the screen is very sharp for the small size. The touchscreen is functional, but a screen pen or mouse is ideal.

    What are the positive aspects of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Capacitive USB touch screen
    What are the shortcomings associated with ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • No instructions

    Revainrating 3 out of 5

    Promises so much in my head

    Lots of features and connectivity, but the one I had kept shorting out my raspberry pi. When it worked, it worked fine, then it shorted out and unplugged everything for a second, then it started up again. In addition, the mounting screws for attaching to the Pi are not screwed well and break easily. Looking at other reviews maybe I'm just unlucky but I'll get something else

    What are the favorable features of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • ELECTRIC CROW
    What are the drawbacks of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Upgradable

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Perspective!: my rating

    Great screen! also works well for pc modding! Don't forget the perspective. It's a great screen BUT you need a good angle on the screen to see it well.

    What are the pros of ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P)?
    • Good price
    What negative features does ELECROW RC050S: 5" Capacitive Touchscreen Raspberry Monitor - Portable & High Resolution (800X480P) have?
    • Dubious purchase for older people