Geekworm P173 Heavy Duty Passive Cooling Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 4
- Computer Case
- Raspberry Pi
- Bottom Mount
- 1
- Better rated than 71%
- More reviewed than 71%
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4.8★ across 2,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Geekworm's P173 cools a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B with heatsink pillars and a copper shim instead of a fan, inside an aluminum case that keeps every port, the GPIO header, and the micro SD slot accessible. It fits the 1GB through 8GB Pi 4 boards.
This case is compatible only with the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, not other Pi models, and thermal grease for the copper shim option isn't included. A recurring theme in reviews is that the micro SD card slot cutout is narrow enough to make removing the card by hand difficult.
- Passive aluminum case for Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (1GB-8GB)
- 4 built-in heatsink pillars plus a copper CPU shim
- All ports, GPIO header, and micro SD slot stay accessible
- Case weighs about 174 grams for added heat dissipation
Who it's for
Fits anyone building a silent, always-on Pi 4 project such as a Pi-hole box or a Home Assistant dashboard, where fan noise or dust intake is a problem. Less suited to sustained heavy loads that a fan-cooled case would keep cooler.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers consistently report the passive cooling works, with one measuring a drop from 55-60C to 35-40C after switching from a small fan-cooled heatsink, and several call assembly quick, around three to five minutes. The main complaint is the micro SD card slot, which one buyer says is too narrow to grip without needle-nose pliers.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Micro SD card is hard to remove without needle-nose pliers, per a 4-star review
- Thermal compound for the copper shim option isn't included
- Fits only the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, no other Pi models
Performance notes
4 built-in heatsink pillars and an aluminum shell weighing about 174 grams draw heat off the board without a fan, and an included copper shim can replace the stock CPU thermal pad for better contact. Reviewers measured real drops in temperature, one citing a fall from the 55-60C range to 35-40C after switching from a small fan-cooled heatsink. Pre-cut thermal pads also cover the RAM, PMIC, and USB 3 hub chip, and most reviewers finished assembly in three to five minutes.
Specifications
| Brand | Geekworm |
|---|---|
| Model | TB-2019-38-1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6.7 ounces |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.5 × 2.6 × 1.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Supply Mounting Type | Bottom Mount |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Pi4 Heavy-duty Case-Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Raspberry Pi 4 Model B |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 91 days |
| Supported Motherboard | Raspberry Pi 4 |
| Other details | |
| Case Type | Raspberry Pi |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Fans | 4 |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 inches |
| Total Usb Ports | 4 |
| Antenna Location | In door use only |
| Total USB 20 Ports | 2 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Passive Cooling |
| Internal Bays Quantity | 1 |
| Item Highlight | Fanless, Silent, With Heatsink Pillar, CPU Copper Shim and Thermal Pads |
| Mfr Part Number | TB-2019-38-1 |
| Total USB 30 Ports | 4 |
How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Geekworm P173 Heavy Duty Passive Cooling Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 4This product | 4.8 / 5 | 2,500 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Geekworm TB-2019-38-1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Geekworm P173 fit the Raspberry Pi 4?
Yes, it's built specifically for the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB variants, and doesn't fit other Pi models.
Do I need a fan with this case?
No, it's a passive cooling design, and reviewers report it keeps a Pi 4 cool without one under light to moderate loads.
Is the micro SD card easy to swap?
Not especially. A reviewer noted the slot cutout is narrow enough that removing the card usually needs needle-nose pliers.