Raspberry Pi 3.5 Inch HDMI IPS Touch Screen Display Wave Share XPT2046

**The Wave Share XP T20 for Six: A 3.5 Inch HDMI Touchscreen Display**

I wanted to show you the wave share xp t20 for six, a 3.5 inch HDMI touchscreen display that I recently purchased and have been testing with my Raspberry Pi and other single board computers. This device is an excellent addition to any portable project, offering a crisp and clear display that runs at 60 FPS.

The Wave Share XP T20 for Six features a compact design, measuring only 3.5 inches in size, making it perfect for mounting on the side of a Raspberry Pi or other single board computer. It also comes with a small acrylic case and all the necessary hardware to get started, including an HDMI adapter that plugs directly into your device.

I was initially surprised when I purchased this device to learn that it features an IPS screen, which provides excellent color accuracy and brightness. However, upon powering on the display for the first time, I was blown away by its crispness and clarity. The screen is truly impressive, especially considering its small size.

To use the Wave Share XP T20 for Six with retropie, you will need to install a script to enable touch functionality. Fortunately, this process is relatively straightforward, and the device comes with a comprehensive user manual that guides you through the setup process. In my testing, I found the script to be easy to implement, and the touch functionality works seamlessly.

The device also comes equipped with a 2.4 GHz dongle, which allows for fast and reliable connectivity. Additionally, it features Bluetooth capabilities, making it an excellent choice for those who want to use the device as a wireless controller.

One of the standout features of this device is its ability to scale resolutions correctly on the screen. Without any initial setup, the display detects the resolution of your device and adjusts accordingly, providing a seamless viewing experience.

In terms of audio, the Wave Share XP T20 for Six features an extra 3.5 millimeter audio jack with volume control, which can be accessed through the settings menu on the side of the screen. The built-in preamp provides a louder sound than the standard 3.5 millimeter audio jack on the Pi itself.

Overall, I am thoroughly impressed with the Wave Share XP T20 for Six, and I believe it would be an excellent addition to any portable retropie setup. With its crisp display, fast performance, and compact design, this device is perfect for anyone looking to take their retro gaming experience on the go.

**My Experience with the Wave Share XP T20 for Six**

I recently purchased a 5 inch version of this device, but I was excited to try out the 3.5 inch display, which has been confirmed to be an IPS screen by the manufacturer. The initial setup process was straightforward, and I was able to boot up retropie with ease.

For my testing, I used the GameSir Cheat 3S controller, which is a popular choice among retro gamers. The device works seamlessly with retropie, providing a smooth and responsive gaming experience. I also tested the touch functionality, which worked flawlessly without any issues.

One of the things that impressed me most about this device was its ability to scale resolutions correctly on the screen. Without any initial setup, the display detected the resolution of my device and adjusted accordingly, providing a seamless viewing experience.

I also wanted to try out some of my favorite retro games, including Super Mario World and Final Fantasy VI. The Wave Share XP T20 for Six performed flawlessly, providing crisp and clear graphics that did justice to these classic titles.

**The Acrylic Case and Mounting Options**

The Wave Share XP T20 for Six comes with a small acrylic case that provides protection for the device while also adding a touch of elegance to its design. The case is designed to be compact, making it perfect for mounting on the side of a Raspberry Pi or other single board computer.

One of the things I liked about this device was the variety of mounting options available. The 3.5 millimeter audio jack and HDMI adapter are easily accessible, making it simple to mount the device in a way that suits your needs. Additionally, the device comes with a small SD card slot, which can be used to expand its storage capacity.

**Conclusion**

In conclusion, I am thoroughly impressed with the Wave Share XP T20 for Six, a 3.5 inch HDMI touchscreen display that is perfect for any portable retropie setup. With its crisp display, fast performance, and compact design, this device is an excellent choice for anyone looking to take their retro gaming experience on the go. Whether you're a seasoned retro gamer or just starting out, I highly recommend considering the Wave Share XP T20 for Six as your next portable retropie device.

**Links to Amazon and eBay**

If you're interested in purchasing the Wave Share XP T20 for Six, there are several retailers that sell it, including Amazon and eBay. While prices may vary depending on the retailer, I was able to find a competitive price on Amazon. Be sure to check out reviews from other customers before making your purchase, as this will give you a better understanding of the device's performance and any potential issues.

**Final Thoughts**

Overall, I am thoroughly impressed with the Wave Share XP T20 for Six, and I believe it would be an excellent addition to any portable retropie setup. With its crisp display, fast performance, and compact design, this device is perfect for anyone looking to take their retro gaming experience on the go.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enhey what's going on guys - CTA Prime back here again today I wanted to show you the wave share XP t20 for six this is a 3.5 inch HDMI touchscreen display it is awesome it's 60 FPS plugs in with your HDMI it's powered through the GPIO pins on the Raspberry Pi it also works on the Asus tinkerer board it also comes with a small acrylic case and all the hardware you'll need to mount it up to your Raspberry Pi 3 or an Asus tinkerer board here's the HDMI adapter itself I do have the 5 inch version of this but the 3.5 inch display is actually IPs when I purchase this the listing said IPS and I didn't believe it until I got ahold of it powered it on and saw how crisp and beautiful the screen is does run at 60fps and it looks great I got this for a few upcoming portable projects that I'm doing with the Raspberry Pi and other single board computers I'm gonna leave links to eBay and Amazon in the description a few different companies sell these rebranded but the all should be the XP t20 for 6 touch controller they range from around 25 bucks to 35 bucks depending on where you get them you want to make sure you get this one here I've tested a few other ones and the other ones are really crappy in order to get touch working with in raspbian or other operating systems you will need to install a script for me I'm not worried about the touch screen I don't want a full-blown operating system with a 3.5 inch touch screen I'm only gonna be using this screen for retropie to emulate my favorite retro games in this video I'm gonna be using the game sir cheat 3s controller it does come with a 2.4 gigahertz dongle that I'm plugging in now it also contains bluetooth in the controller if you just want to use that I've plugged in my small 4000 milliamp hour battery pack it's gonna boot up retropie now now this is a totally fresh image I only put some SNES games and ps1 games on here I'm gonna zoom in a bit show you some gameplay using this screen one of the best things about this little 3.5 inch screen is when you plug it in it's going to detect the resolution and scale it correctly on the screen there's no initial setup this is pretty much a stock retropie 4.3 image with a ROMs I just plugged it in booted it up now I'm gonna try out bloody roar two for ps1 there's no speaker built into the screen but it does have an extra 3.5 millimeter audio jack with volume control through the settings on the side of the screen itself does have a preamp built-in and it's a bit louder than the stock 3.5 millimeter audio jack on the PI itself I'll just skip ahead to a little bit of game play here I think the screens gonna be perfect for a portable retropie setups I have a few in the works and I'll show you a couple pics of some alpha projects that I've been working on they are definitely not complete but hopefully in the next week or so I'll have something to show you guys I was so surprised when I plugged this in initially and saw how crisp the picture is now the camera's not gonna do it justice you gotta trust me this looks really good for a small 3.5 inch screen on the side of the screen there's five buttons you can access the menu here we have color so you can change the brightness contrast saturation OSD you can change the HV position you can turn transparency on for the menu function reset display ratio sleep blue screen and sharpness we also have a sound menu that will allow us to change the volume of the 3.5 millimeter audio check built on to the screen itself it does come with an acrylic case well it's just the top and bottom here's a look at that got the side view with the HDMI SD card is accessible I think it's worth 30 bucks the screen looks great it is touchscreen if you want to use that function and it's very low-power I have been messing around with some more Frankenstein portable retropie units I did one in the past and I'll leave a link in the description for you I used the 5 inch screen for that one but I really liked his 3.5 inch screen because it's so crisp so that's it for this video guys I really appreciate you watching I'm gonna leave Amazon and eBay links in the description if you order from eBay it will be a little cheaper but shipping is gonna take forever I ordered mine from eBay but they're also available on Amazon it's really up to you like always thanks for watchinghey what's going on guys - CTA Prime back here again today I wanted to show you the wave share XP t20 for six this is a 3.5 inch HDMI touchscreen display it is awesome it's 60 FPS plugs in with your HDMI it's powered through the GPIO pins on the Raspberry Pi it also works on the Asus tinkerer board it also comes with a small acrylic case and all the hardware you'll need to mount it up to your Raspberry Pi 3 or an Asus tinkerer board here's the HDMI adapter itself I do have the 5 inch version of this but the 3.5 inch display is actually IPs when I purchase this the listing said IPS and I didn't believe it until I got ahold of it powered it on and saw how crisp and beautiful the screen is does run at 60fps and it looks great I got this for a few upcoming portable projects that I'm doing with the Raspberry Pi and other single board computers I'm gonna leave links to eBay and Amazon in the description a few different companies sell these rebranded but the all should be the XP t20 for 6 touch controller they range from around 25 bucks to 35 bucks depending on where you get them you want to make sure you get this one here I've tested a few other ones and the other ones are really crappy in order to get touch working with in raspbian or other operating systems you will need to install a script for me I'm not worried about the touch screen I don't want a full-blown operating system with a 3.5 inch touch screen I'm only gonna be using this screen for retropie to emulate my favorite retro games in this video I'm gonna be using the game sir cheat 3s controller it does come with a 2.4 gigahertz dongle that I'm plugging in now it also contains bluetooth in the controller if you just want to use that I've plugged in my small 4000 milliamp hour battery pack it's gonna boot up retropie now now this is a totally fresh image I only put some SNES games and ps1 games on here I'm gonna zoom in a bit show you some gameplay using this screen one of the best things about this little 3.5 inch screen is when you plug it in it's going to detect the resolution and scale it correctly on the screen there's no initial setup this is pretty much a stock retropie 4.3 image with a ROMs I just plugged it in booted it up now I'm gonna try out bloody roar two for ps1 there's no speaker built into the screen but it does have an extra 3.5 millimeter audio jack with volume control through the settings on the side of the screen itself does have a preamp built-in and it's a bit louder than the stock 3.5 millimeter audio jack on the PI itself I'll just skip ahead to a little bit of game play here I think the screens gonna be perfect for a portable retropie setups I have a few in the works and I'll show you a couple pics of some alpha projects that I've been working on they are definitely not complete but hopefully in the next week or so I'll have something to show you guys I was so surprised when I plugged this in initially and saw how crisp the picture is now the camera's not gonna do it justice you gotta trust me this looks really good for a small 3.5 inch screen on the side of the screen there's five buttons you can access the menu here we have color so you can change the brightness contrast saturation OSD you can change the HV position you can turn transparency on for the menu function reset display ratio sleep blue screen and sharpness we also have a sound menu that will allow us to change the volume of the 3.5 millimeter audio check built on to the screen itself it does come with an acrylic case well it's just the top and bottom here's a look at that got the side view with the HDMI SD card is accessible I think it's worth 30 bucks the screen looks great it is touchscreen if you want to use that function and it's very low-power I have been messing around with some more Frankenstein portable retropie units I did one in the past and I'll leave a link in the description for you I used the 5 inch screen for that one but I really liked his 3.5 inch screen because it's so crisp so that's it for this video guys I really appreciate you watching I'm gonna leave Amazon and eBay links in the description if you order from eBay it will be a little cheaper but shipping is gonna take forever I ordered mine from eBay but they're also available on Amazon it's really up to you like always thanks for watching\n"