by The highly anticipated Raspberry Pi 5 has finally launched, bringing with it a host of impressive upgrades and improved performance. This latest iteration of the popular single-board computer features in-house designed silicon, marking a significant milestone for the flagship Pi series.
The Raspberry Pi 5 boasts a powerful 16-nm Broadcom application processor, with a 2.4-GHz, 64-bit quad-core Arm Cortex-A76 CPU. This upgrade delivers up to two to three times the CPU performance compared to its predecessor, the Pi 4, and consumes significantly less power for the same workload.
Graphics capabilities have also received a major boost, thanks to the inclusion of a VideoCore VII GPU and a 32-bit SDRAM subsystem. This combination provides twice the memory bandwidth of the Pi 4 and enables a 4K/60p HEVC decoder. Additionally, the Pi 5 can now support dual 4K/60p HDMI displays simultaneously.
One of the key highlights of the Raspberry Pi 5 is the introduction of the RP1 southbridge, responsible for managing inputs and outputs. Noteworthy improvements include a doubling of USB bandwidth, two four-lane MIPI transceivers for camera and display support, enhanced SD card performance, and the addition of a single-lane PCI Express 2.0 interface.
To power the Pi 5, a new team member joins the lineup: the Renesas DA9091 Gilmour power-management IC. This component features eight individual switch-mode power supplies to meet the various voltage requirements of the device. It also includes a real-time clock that can be powered by an external supercap or lithium-manganese cell, along with a PC-style power button.
In terms of connectivity, the Pi 5 retains the Infineon Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo from its predecessor, but now utilizes an upgraded SDIO interface. The Ethernet port has been angled at 45 degrees, and a four-pin PoE connector has been added. Additionally, mounting holes for a heatsink, connectors for a fan, RTC battery, Arm debug, and UART have been included for added convenience.
The Raspberry Pi 5 is now available for pre-order and is set to be released towards the end of October. It will be priced at $60 for the 4-GB RAM version and $80 for the 8-GB RAM variant. An updated case with a built-in fan is available for $10, while an active cooler can be purchased for $5 for heavy workloads without a case. A USB-C power adapter supporting a 25-W operating mode can also be obtained for $12.
With its numerous upgrades and improvements, the Raspberry Pi 5 is set to provide tinkerers and tech enthusiasts with an even more powerful and versatile platform for their projects.
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1. Source: Coherent Market Insights, Public sources, Desk research
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