Raspberry Pi CM5 Development Kit
Best prototyping platform for engineers building custom embedded solutions.
This kit is the ultimate shortcut for turning complex embedded concepts into functional prototypes. By bundling the essential board and cooling hardware, it removes the friction of sourcing individual parts, though you sacrifice the modular flexibility of a custom-built setup for the sake of immediate, out-of-the-box performance.
$190.00
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Pi Shop USA
Who it's for
- Engineers accelerating time-to-market for custom embedded hardware
- Industrial developers requiring high-performance, energy-efficient computing
- System architects building complex projects with diverse peripheral needs
Who should skip it
- Hobbyists on a budget preferring affordable, ready-to-use boards
- Beginners lacking experience in custom hardware and embedded Linux
- Developers needing mature documentation and established community troubleshooting
Performance breakdown
Processing Power
The BCM2712 handles complex embedded workloads with impressive speed and efficiency.
Prototyping Versatility
The modular IO board design streamlines rapid hardware iteration and testing.
Connectivity Options
Integrated wireless and physical ports cover most standard industrial interface requirements.
Thermal Management
Included cooling components keep the processor stable under heavy sustained loads.
Ecosystem Compatibility
Broad HAT support ensures seamless integration with existing Raspberry Pi accessories.
Form Factor Efficiency
Compact SODIMM design fits easily into space-constrained embedded product enclosures.
Key Specs
Processor
Broadcom BCM2712 Quad-core 2.4GHz, ARMv8, 64-bit
RAM
4GB
Clock Speed
2400 MHz
Power Input Recommendation
27W USB-C PD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Display Support
HDMI
Physical Interface Ports
USB-C, HDMI, microSD Slot
Integrated Peripherals
SD Card Slot
Power Source Options
USB
Warranty
1 Year Parts, 1 Year Labor
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