Flexible hardware and a mature community
GPIO access, dual micro-HDMI outputs, USB connectivity, Gigabit Ethernet and PCIe expansion support a wide range of projects.

A compact single-board computer built for maker projects, learning, lightweight desktops and embedded applications.
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Raspberry Pi 5 uses a 2.4GHz quad-core Arm Cortex-A76 processor and adds higher-performance interfaces for storage, displays and accessories. It is best suited to buyers comfortable choosing a case, power supply, cooling and storage separately.
GPIO access, dual micro-HDMI outputs, USB connectivity, Gigabit Ethernet and PCIe expansion support a wide range of projects.
For sustained workloads, plan for active cooling and a suitable USB-C power supply. Storage and operating system media are normally purchased separately.
Memory options and supported accessories can change over time.
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