iam looking at android headunits and not alot of them are offered for my car wich is a honda accord 2008 Ex-l (no navi)
ive eyed this one wich is a px5 8 core 4gb ram 32gb rom
OTOJETA Android 8.0 car DVD octa Core 4GB RAM 32GB rom multimedia player for honda ACCORD 8 2008-2011 stereo head units gps map i cannot post link its on aliexpress
is this unit good?
should i purchase this unit?ive seen allwin t8 units.. i was readding around but i dont quite get the difference except the deep sleep but in some threads they says it work on other they say is not activated in fw...
yes i could buy a trim for the middle and remove my old radio and install a double dim universall radio but i dont want to lose xm radio and the wiring and the old screen on top would become useless, i find this fitting more convenient and looks uptodate(like bmw and benz they have it up there.
i was looking at this seicane too but it looks like the same type of unit but older build with old specs..
10.1 inch 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Honda accord 8 Android 7.1 Radio GPS Navigation( i cannot post link )
thank you in advance (
Any luck finding one? Same car here.
Don't get hung up on a px5 board. My head unit came with a px3 board, 16GB flash and 2GB RAM, so I also bought a px5 board with 32GB flash and 4GB RAM because I wanted to make sure I had a responsive OS but the difference between px3 and px5 is hardly noticeable (both are fast enough to offer negligible lag in actual use) and I ended up sticking with the px3 board simply because I liked the launcher and apps it came with better, so I do have a px5 board for sale
Keep in mind that you typically will not tinker with a car head unit as much as you tinker with a phone. After the novelty wears off, you are going to set the unit to play what you want and get to the business of driving the car, as you should, so if it takes an additional fraction of a second to load an app, you won't even notice it.
Its 50$ difference... for 2gb extra and a px5... u say i should skip px5? But software.. i heard u can put the custom rom on it.. forgot the name but you could flash same on both
Goldy, the one you linked will not work unless you had factory navigation
(i asked them a lot of questions since i have the same car)
did you have factory navigation?
I'm also looking to buy same product. However it's 2 DIN base concerns me if it'll fit or not. Were you able to install it ?
Didier99 said:
Don't get hung up on a px5 board. My head unit came with a px3 board, 16GB flash and 2GB RAM, so I also bought a px5 board with 32GB flash and 4GB RAM because I wanted to make sure I had a responsive OS but the difference between px3 and px5 is hardly noticeable
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1 remark here: You had a 2GB RAM PX3 which is exceptional.
Almost all PX3 models have only 1 GB RAM. This 1 GB RAM versus 2 GB RAM is really the big qualifier when it comes to performance, and indeed more than the CPU.
Going from 2 GB to 4 GB is hardly noticable.
So when going from a 1GB PX3 to a 2GB PX5 you will definitely notice a difference!
Next to that: Some apps, especially navigation apps, can be rather heavy on your CPU/GPU. There you will notice the difference as well, if only in (re)calculating your route. Some allow even for more/less details (like games do). More power means more details, if that is what you want.
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1 remark here: You had a 2GB RAM PX3 which is exceptional.
Almost all PX3 models have only 1 GB RAM. This 1 GB RAM versus 2 GB RAM is really the big qualifier when it comes to performance, and indeed more than the CPU.
Going from 2 GB to 4 GB is hardly noticable.
So when going from a 1GB PX3 to a 2GB PX5 you will definitely notice a difference!
Next to that: Some apps, especially navigation apps, can be rather heavy on your CPU/GPU. There you will notice the difference as well, if only in (re)calculating your route. Some allow even for more/less details (like games do). More power means more details, if that is what you want.
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I'm also looking to buy same product. However it's 2 DIN base concerns me if it'll fit or not. Were you able to install it ?
surfer63 said:
1 remark here: You had a 2GB RAM PX3 which is exceptional.
Almost all PX3 models have only 1 GB RAM. This 1 GB RAM versus 2 GB RAM is really the big qualifier when it comes to performance, and indeed more than the CPU.
Going from 2 GB to 4 GB is hardly noticable.
So when going from a 1GB PX3 to a 2GB PX5 you will definitely notice a difference!
Next to that: Some apps, especially navigation apps, can be rather heavy on your CPU/GPU. There you will notice the difference as well, if only in (re)calculating your route. Some allow even for more/less details (like games do). More power means more details, if that is what you want.
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I agree, the 2GB of RAM is what makes the big difference with most off-the-shelf px3 boards. In my case, navigation is quite good with the built-in maps but internet (through my 4G phone or directly through the house WiFi router) is terrible. The px5 board was considerably faster at downloading apps and maps. That was the only difference I noticed but it is significant. Since this is not something I do on a regular basis, I kept the px3 board simply because it came with a more recent Android version (7.1.2 instead of 6.0) and a better launcher.
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I am looking to buy an android head unit. I've found a few with different specs and screen sizes. I am wondering if someone with some experience with these units can help.
I'm trying to choose between these 3 units.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-1-Quad-C...For-Toyota-Highlander-2011-2014-/181834823295
This one is 10 inches (good), runs android 4.4.4 (good), all the latest specs...but it says it only works on 2011-2014 toyota highlander models. I have a 2009. It doesnt make sense because all of the other ones are made for Highlanders from 2008-2013, which is the 2nd gen and this looks like it is an exact replacement for my head unit. Not sure I want to gamble on that, otherwise this would be my first option.
http://www.carjoying.com/quad-core-...ouch-screen-1024-600-resolution-double-d.html
This one is only 8 inches, but it gets good reviews from some users on the Toyota Highlander forum. IT has all of the latest specs, like the one above. And it is made for my model year.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pure-Androi...n-/181738329265?ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
This one is 10 inches, but it has an older dual-core processor and is on android 4.4.2. It is also made for my model year.
There are so many options and they all look a little different. I dont know how to choose!!! I am mostly planning to use this for navigation, bluetooth audio/calling, and FM/AM radio. Of course, all of the android functionality is great, but those core functions are the most important for me. Anyone have any ideas?
I do not have a highlander, but have been doing days and days of research and cannot decide. I am on the market for a generic 7in double din unit. Hopefully some people who have lots of experience with these HUs can chime in to provide guidance/input.
I have been looking at joying, but they seem to only provide HUs with 1GB memory only. Is the 1GB memory enough? Most units these days have 2GB options.
Most units these days have 2GB options.
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Actually most of the units ARE 1GB units. Pretty much every single android head unit on the market uses the exact same small CPU/memory integrated sub-board that plugs into the main board on their unit. In fact the same motherboards are used between the dual and quad core, 8gb and 16gb flash models, only that small internal pluggable cpu board is different. It is also possible that these units will be able to be upgraded to faster CPU's with more ram in the future by swapping out the CPU boards.
All of the 2GB units right now appearing on the market, are usually a totally different design of having an entirely separate android pizza box(I am guessing they are repurposed TV boxes or something) which you have to figure out how to install somewhere and also a separate screen unit that you also have to install in the dash. The 1GB RAM head units are all a single integrated unit that installs in the regular double din location. I personally like the traditional single unit designs myself and chose not to use a 2GB unit because of that.
But really the choice comes down to price, specs (quad core, 16gb space, 1024x600 screen is what seems to be the best specs), and the features, button layout, if you want a DVD slot, or one without so you get a bigger screen, etc.. and then of course if you care about who you purchase it from and support etc..
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Actually most of the units ARE 1GB units. Pretty much every single android head unit on the market uses the exact same small CPU/memory integrated sub-board that plugs into the main board on their unit. In fact the same motherboards are used between the dual and quad core, 8gb and 16gb flash models, only that small internal pluggable cpu board is different. It is also possible that these units will be able to be upgraded to faster CPU's with more ram in the future by swapping out the CPU boards.
All of the 2GB units right now appearing on the market, are usually a totally different design of having an entirely separate android pizza box(I am guessing they are repurposed TV boxes or something) which you have to figure out how to install somewhere and also a separate screen unit that you also have to install in the dash. The 1GB RAM head units are all a single integrated unit that installs in the regular double din location. I personally like the traditional single unit designs myself and chose not to use a 2GB unit because of that.
But really the choice comes down to price, specs (quad core, 16gb space, 1024x600 screen is what seems to be the best specs), and the features, button layout, if you want a DVD slot, or one without so you get a bigger screen, etc.. and then of course if you care about who you purchase it from and support etc..
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Nixfu - thanks for the prompt response...this is very helpful information! What about the screens? Are they also similar across the board? I do not mind paying more money for a reliable/stable unit...I am more concerned about the risk of purchasing a HU plagued with software/hardware issues. One of the things I would like is having the ability to configure the HU to go into suspend when the power is switched off. I have seen several units that can be configured up to 2 hours suspend, but would like to be able to increase that up to potentially 24/48 hours or maybe more. You may have talked me into purchasing a CarJoying HU with your post/review of it Can that unit be configured to go into suspend longer than 2 hours when car ignition is switched off? Thanks again!
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Can that unit be configured to go into suspend longer than 2 hours when car ignition is switched off? Thanks again!
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No. I think they all have a min of 30secs and max of 2hours in the settings menu. Maybe that is something that Malaysk could add in his custom firmware.
Hello there,
I'm planning to upgrade my current HU installation (RK3188 16G ROM 1G RAM on KK). Radio signal is low, BT is a crap, having knob volume issue, overheating issue and LP upgrade is too laggy
I found that Daisata sells great HU under the reference V600 (PX5 octa core 32G ROM 2G RAM), but dunno what reference choose for my Honda Civix IX (European).
I contacted Quick from Hot Audio to have more information. He said to me that Dasaita / Hotaudio will sell new HU soon (2-3 weeks) with 32G ROM, 4G RAM and Android 8.0. They still have some bugs with Android 8.0, but Android 6.0 are ready.
Shall we wait for these HU ? Probably, cause I think 2G RAM is a little bit low for future Android and apps upgrades. 4G RAM would be great . Any opinion about this ?
I'm trying to get more information from Quick.
Quick confirmed me that the only evolution for these future HU are the RAM upgrade (2G -> 4G) and the Android upgrade (6.0 -> 8.0).
Dunno what to do. Wait for 4G model or get 2G model and upgrade it with custom ROM on Android 8.0. Is 2G RAM limited for Android 8 ?
I read Android 8 has BT issues in all devices, including Pixel 2, so go imagine.
I would stay away from Android 8 until it gets more stable...
Just my 2 cents.
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If there is a hardware upgrade, I would wait.. as eventually the software will get fixed, but if you have old hardware, new android may not work very well with it..
I'm surprised they are coming with 8 as it's barely adapted in mainstream tabs/phones.
i would definitely wait for a 4GB ram version
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If there is a hardware upgrade, I would wait.. as eventually the software will get fixed, but if you have old hardware, new android may not work very well with it..
I'm surprised they are coming with 8 as it's barely adapted in mainstream tabs/phones.
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Its actually a LOT easier to go with 8 than to try to shoehorn 7 or less into a car radio. Fact is, they've added a lot of car specific stuff to AOSP8.
some dasaita are here with 4Go ram and 32Go Rom (but not Android 8.0) :
https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/Andr...l?spm=a2g0w.10010108.1000016.1.3f1b9dadcNoLuS
I bought this one yesterday for my Peugeot 208.
Dasaita 10.2" Android 8.0 Car GPS Player for Peugeot 208&2008 2012-2016 with Octa Core 4GB Ram Auto Radio Multimedia GPS NAVI 4G
I'm new in this HU stuff but tried to inform myself a bit about it. I I was a little confused after i read that the PX3 has Androdi 7.1.1 and the PX5 not. After i read about the difference between PX3 and PX5 i decided to get the PX5. By chance i saw the HU with Oreo so let's see what i got there
Screen blank and how to reset
I bought dasaita unit px5 4gb ram 32gb rom for android 8. The screen suddenly blank and how do i reset it? The manual said the unit may gone to self protection mode. How to use reset button? This is my first android unit
Just bought this and it is on its way. Cant wait!
Sylvan151 said:
Just bought this and it is on its way. Cant wait!
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Successfully Installed!!!
How is the screen brightness during daytime?
Is the advertised IPS display really good?
Does the brightness auto adjust during night time driving?
Overall, how do you like it...
Hi folks,
avid Android user here (mobile phone Samsung Galaxy series) for over 10 years.
I am now looking to buy an Android 10 head unit for my car.
I don't want to do anything fancy – or RAM heavy ? – (just Radio, Navigation via igo or maps, reverse and front camera, maybe torque) but I'm yet unsure whether to buy
Option A: Quad-Core, 2 GB RAM, 32 GB storage
Option B: Octa-Core, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage
My only reference point is that I've been using a 3 GB RAM phone for the past 6 years and it has always worked like a charm.
I wouldn't want the device to be heavy on the car battery either.
What would you recommend I get?
Option B, of course, has more RAM, but I've read contradictory information on how much battery quad-core vs. octa-core draw, sometimes that quad-core draws less and sometimes that octa-core draws less.
Also, let me ask: Option A comes with in-built carplay. Do I really need that to connect my Android phone? Would it not suffice to use the Screen Mirroring option?
Help would be greatly appreciated.
RT
I have a unit with quad core and 2 GB RAM( rockchip px3) It's damn slow especially if I'm downloading apps. Download speeds are okay but the installation takes forever.
If I were you I'd take the 4gb ram ( rock chips px5) version. Better performance. There's the 6gb ram as well ( rockchip px6).
Get the best one you can afford.
Do some research on the carplay/android auto features. Some are in built some you can buy a usb dongle to add the feature.
Thanks for the reply and recommendation!
Option A is an 8277L with Cortex A7 operating at 1.2 GHz, the amplifier is an IC 7388, radio chip ST7708.
Option B is a PX5 with Cortex A53 up to 1.5 GHz, amplifier IC 7851, radio chip TDA 6686.
I was looking to buy the one with more RAM, but hesitated, because
1) Option A supports video output
2) Option A has integrated carplay
and that alone had me wonder whether – even with lower RAM, ROM, and set of cores – this unit was the better one in terms of being tried and tested.
Now if you say, I should definitely take option B, I can get a dongle on top for android auto. Yet I was wondering if it's necessary at all because the head unit supports screen mirroring?
Looking to get an android head unit. Visited a couple of local shops and ran CPU-Z on the android units. They're both same price (quite cheap) but I'm not sure about underlying hardware quality and future update possibilities/mods?
First: 8227L (ac8227l), Android 8.1 Go, Cortex A7-1.12 Ghz (quad), 1 GB Ram, 12 GB Rom, 5 band Equalizer
Second: AllWinner A23 sun8iw11p1, Android 9, Cortex A7-1.6 Ghz (quad), 1GB Ram, 12 GB Rom, full-band Equalizer
Apparently second one is better, however, I checked online and allwinner a23 is quite old hardware (from 4-5 years ago), but it is faster. Also, its running Android 9 but not the "Go" version, so it might be more taxing on the memory. I like everything about second, except that the Home screen has icons with white rectangle background so there is a lot of white on the screen and I fear it will be too bright to use at night.
First one has slower cpu and android 8.1 go, however, a lot of the posts I see on this forum are related to 8227L.
Which one should I go for? Is one better than the other in audio quality?
Hi all.
I was wondering if someone could help me. I've ran android head units a few years back. The days where they struggled to run Google play services and performance was a little lack luster.
So I have two options. I can grab a Tesla style screen with the Intel 9853 processor or a factory looking unit with a px6 unit.
Price wise there's around 50 pounds difference however the Intel unit has a bigger screen.
What would you suggest?
Thank you
Hello!
I've just upgraded from RK3188 with 1 gig RAM to my current unit which is an Intel with 4GB RAM.
I had the option to get PX5, and I've been on the head unit part of the XDA for quite a while.
The reason I didn't get the PX5 was because of its price, otherwise PX5 is superior in my opinion, I could be wrong, but the software side of the PX5(and PX6) is much more mature and more in development.
However there is catch for you; I am assuming that Tesla style has a bigger screen and that is an advantage.
My previous unit had a smaller screen with physical buttons, current one is full touch screen and I was very hesisant about it, but after installing it, I can confirm that a bigger screen is indeed better.
So unless the PX6 unit that you're talking about has a decent screen real state, I wouldn't rule out the Intel one just yet.
One more thing; is the Tesla style integrates the AC into the unit? If yes, then it ain't gonna be good.
My car has a Tesla style model too, with integrated AC, but people who had used it are saying it is not that great.
Cheers.
Baby.Boy said:
Hello!
I've just upgraded from RK3188 with 1 gig RAM to my current unit which is an Intel with 4GB RAM.
I had the option to get PX5, and I've been on the head unit part of the XDA for quite a while.
The reason I didn't get the PX5 was because of its price, otherwise PX5 is superior in my opinion, I could be wrong, but the software side of the PX5(and PX6) is much more mature and more in development.
However there is catch for you; I am assuming that Tesla style has a bigger screen and that is an advantage.
My previous unit had a smaller screen with physical buttons, current one is full touch screen and I was very hesisant about it, but after installing it, I can confirm that a bigger screen is indeed better.
So unless the PX6 unit that you're talking about has a decent screen real state, I wouldn't rule out the Intel one just yet.
One more thing; is the Tesla style integrates the AC into the unit? If yes, then it ain't gonna be good.
My car has a Tesla style model too, with integrated AC, but people who had used it are saying it is not that great.
Cheers.
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The px6 unit is bigger than my stock unit and does display the AC and settings via a inbuilt app. My car has its on display for the Aircon and temperature so it's not something Im that bothered about to much. The price how ever does grab me.
It's more the performance and I've managed to find some benchmarks for the Intel unit which doesn't perform to great in comparison to the px6.
It's a shame that the px6 Tesla screens are over 350+ compared to 250 for the same in a 10 inch display.
hal752 said:
The px6 unit is bigger than my stock unit and does display the AC and settings via a inbuilt app. My car has its on display for the Aircon and temperature so it's not something Im that bothered about to much. The price how ever does grab me.
It's more the performance and I've managed to find some benchmarks for the Intel unit which doesn't perform to great in comparison to the px6.
It's a shame that the px6 Tesla screens are over 350+ compared to 250 for the same in a 10 inch display.
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Well it is seems like it all comes down to price then.
If you can afford it, go with the PX6, I couldn't and got the Intel and I am more than happy.
Although it hasn't been that long since I've installed it, so I can't speak for long terms, but from the limited experience that I've gained, I would say that it is not gonna make me suffer in terms of performance.
What I'm trying to say is that, even if you go with the Intel, it would probably be okay for you too, because what are you gonna do with a head unit, game on it? It is just a navigation which is quite heavy and some music, at least for me, and the Intel performance is much more than what I might ever need.
If I remember correctly the tesla screens are bigger but the resolution is a pretty crappy 1280 x 480
The new 10 inch px6 android screens are 720p (1080 x 720).... MUCH better resolution.