Raspberry Pi Foundation Compute Module 5
Best high performance core for custom industrial hardware designs.
This is the ultimate building block for custom hardware, packing desktop-class performance into a compact, industrial-ready footprint. While it demands the extra effort of designing your own carrier board, the payoff is a rock-solid, long-term foundation for serious projects that off-the-shelf boards simply can't handle.
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Who it's for
- Industrial designers building high-performance embedded systems and edge computing devices
- Hardware engineers requiring fast data transfer and expanded storage options
- Product developers looking to minimize device size without sacrificing power
Who should skip it
- Casual hobbyists seeking a plug-and-play experience out of the box
- System integrators working with extremely confined or unventilated spaces
- Developers needing immediate wireless connectivity without adding external antennas
Performance breakdown
Processing Power
The Cortex-A76 architecture handles demanding industrial workloads with impressive ease.
I/O Versatility
PCIe and USB 3.0 support offer exceptional flexibility for custom hardware integration.
Longevity Commitment
Guaranteed production until 2036 provides unmatched stability for long-term commercial projects.
Memory Scalability
Configurable RAM options allow you to tailor performance to specific application needs.
Display Capability
Dual 4K output makes this a powerhouse for digital signage and media.
Integration Ease
Requires custom carrier boards, demanding more design effort than standard single-board computers.
Key Specs
Processor
Broadcom BCM2712 quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 @ 2.4GHz
RAM
16 GB (Max)
Flash Memory
64 GB (Max)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, Gigabit Ethernet PHY
Interfaces
1x PCIe x1 Gen 2, 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, 2x HDMI 2.0
GPIO
Up to 30 pins
Dimensions
55 mm x 40 mm x 4.7 mm
Operating Voltage
5V
Production Lifecycle
Guaranteed until January 2036
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