Since I’m sure that the software programmers must hate humanity to the core, I find the technicians and hardware developers much more sympathetic. As an example, I’ll take the Intel Arc B580 I’ve just measured and compare it with my lab camera, which costs a high four-figure sum with all accessories and interchangeable lenses. The picture shows my stress test measurement setup and the Optris PI640 on a tripod.
Here we first see the original image of the B580 in gaming with the poor thermal paste and around 60 °C below the GPU socket with the lab camera…
… and now compare it with the result of the P2 Pro. The hottest point was around 2 Kelvin lower, which is a decent measurement. This could easily have been corrected using a reference surface, but then, see also the previous page, all the settings would have been lost again. This is exactly what I meant by lack of practical relevance. But purely in terms of the result, it’s quite successful.
I’ll do the counter-test on the torture loop and first look at my reference at around 64 °C hotspot:
Again, the measurement with the P2 Pro and yes, you can leave it at that. There is again a 2 Kelvin difference between the two hotspot values, which could easily have been corrected if the software hadn’t got in the way.
The macro lens is ok, but rather useless for my purposes. Especially as it costs at least one more Kelvin, which you can’t correct just like that because of the stupid lens guide. Never mind. Yes, it works, but in a professional environment you quickly reach the limits. So you have to think carefully about what you actually want to measure.
Summary and conclusion
The Thermal Master P2 Pro is a compact and surprisingly lightweight thermal imaging camera that stands out for its high-quality workmanship with its 9 grams and pure aluminum housing. It offers solid technical specifications, including a resolution of 256 × 192 pixels and a refresh rate of 25 Hz, which ensures smooth video recordings. Thanks to its compact design and the option of attaching a magnetic macro lens, it is also suitable for precise examinations of small objects.
It is ideal for craftsmen, solar engineers and professionals in similar fields who require precise thermal imaging analysis. Its high-resolution thermal camera and accurate temperature measurement make it a valuable tool for the diagnosis and maintenance of buildings, solar installations and technical systems, as long as you do not want or need to adjust an extremely large number of details individually. For tradesmen, the camera is ideal for identifying heat loss in buildings, for example when checking insulation materials or locating leaks in heating and water pipes. Solar technicians benefit from the ability to detect defects in photovoltaic modules at an early stage, which helps to optimize energy efficiency and minimize potential damage.
The Thermal Master P2 Pro also offers a clear advantage for electricians and technicians working on machines and electrical systems. It helps to detect overheating, faulty connections or inefficient components before major problems arise. The robust and very small design and intuitive operation also make the device ideal for use in demanding conditions, such as those that often prevail on construction sites or in technical facilities.
The camera is compatible with Android and iOS devices and is available in versions with a USB-C or Lightning connection. However, there are compatibility issues, particularly when using adapters or cables that are not specially adapted. This limits the flexibility of the camera on newer devices with USB-C and can lead to challenges in everyday use. A real point of criticism is the software, which offers basic functions but needs improvement in many areas. For example, the lack of memory options or customizable emission values for individual measuring points leads to unnecessary repetition, which can make it difficult to use both privately and commercially. In addition, some menus and settings are unnecessarily complicated, which reduces the practical use of the camera.
In direct comparison with professional thermal imaging cameras, such as the Optris PI640, the Thermal Master P2 Pro delivers acceptable results. Although the accuracy is slightly lower, the deviations are within the expected range for a device in this price category. The macro lens extends the range of applications, but may reach its limits in a professional environment due to additional deviations and limitations. As a conciliatory conclusion, however, it can be said that the Thermal Master P2 Pro is ideally suited for mobile applications where compactness and ease of use are paramount. For demanding or professional applications, however, the limited software proves to be a major weakness that limits the potential benefits. Alternatives such as the technically similar but cheaper InfiRay P2 Pro could be an option worth considering.
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