Complete List of All Major Raspberry Pi Models (Updated)

 

This list covers all the main generations of Raspberry Pi single-board computers (SBCs), specialized Compute Modules, the ultra-compact Zero series, and the microcontroller Pico line.

 

1. Flagship Single-Board Computers (SBCs)

 

These are the primary, full-featured Linux computers, following the traditional Model B (with Ethernet) and Model A (smaller, no Ethernet) form factors.

 

Raspberry Pi 5 Series (Latest Generation)

 

• Raspberry Pi 5
  • Release Date: October 2023
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2712
  • Max RAM: Up to 16 GB
  • Key Features: Quad-core Cortex-A76 (2.4GHz), the fastest Pi yet. Includes a dedicated PCI Express (PCIe) interface, a power button, and dual 4K micro-HDMI ports.

 

Raspberry Pi 4 Series

 

• Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
  • Release Date: June 2019
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2711
  • Max RAM: Up to 8 GB
  • Key Features: Quad-core Cortex-A72 (1.5GHz), dual 4K micro-HDMI, true Gigabit Ethernet, and USB 3.0 ports.

 

Raspberry Pi 3 Series

 

• Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
  • Release Date: March 2018
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2837B0
  • Max RAM: 1 GB
  • Key Features: Quad-core Cortex-A53 (1.4GHz), 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.2/BLE.
• Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+
  • Release Date: November 2018
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2837B0
  • Max RAM: 512 MB
  • Key Features: Smaller form factor (like the original Model A+), with built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, but fewer ports (single USB 2.0, no Ethernet).

 

Older Generations

 

• Raspberry Pi 2 Model B (Feb 2015)
• Raspberry Pi 1 Model B+ (Jul 2014) / Model A+ (Nov 2014)
• Raspberry Pi 1 Model B (Mar 2012) / Model A (Feb 2013)

 

2. Compact (Zero) Series

 

Designed for projects where size, power, and cost are the most critical factors.

• Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W
  • Release Date: October 2021
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2710A1 (Quad-Core)
  • Max RAM: 512 MB
  • Key Features: Same tiny footprint as the original Zero, but with a powerful quad-core processor. Includes 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
• Raspberry Pi Zero W
  • Release Date: February 2017
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2835 (Single-Core)
  • Max RAM: 512 MB
  • Key Features: Adds 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to the original Zero.
• Raspberry Pi Zero
  • Release Date: November 2015
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2835 (Single-Core)
  • Max RAM: 512 MB
  • Key Features: The original $5 ultra-compact model without built-in wireless connectivity.

 

3. Microcontroller (Pico) Series

 

Built on Raspberry Pi’s custom silicon chips, these boards are for bare-metal programming and I/O-intensive tasks, similar to Arduino. They do not run a full Linux OS.

• Raspberry Pi Pico 2
  • Release Date: Reported 2024
  • SoC/Chip: RP2350
  • Key Features: The next-generation Pico, featuring a faster Dual-Core Cortex-M33 (150MHz) and 520 KB of SRAM.
• Raspberry Pi Pico W
  • Release Date: June 2022
  • SoC/Chip: RP2040
  • Key Features: Adds 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to the original Pico.
• Raspberry Pi Pico
  • Release Date: January 2021
  • SoC/Chip: RP2040
  • Key Features: Dual-Core Cortex-M0+ (133MHz) with 264 KB of SRAM.

 

4. Keyboard Computers (All-in-One)

 

The full Raspberry Pi SBC is integrated directly into a keyboard, creating a compact desktop PC.

• Raspberry Pi 500+
  • Release Date: Reported 2025
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2712
  • Max RAM: 16 GB
  • Key Features: The all-in-one version of the most powerful Raspberry Pi 5.
• Raspberry Pi 400
  • Release Date: November 2020
  • SoC/Chip: Overclocked Broadcom BCM2711
  • Max RAM: 4 GB
  • Key Features: The Pi 4’s powerful chip inside a full keyboard, featuring built-in cooling and a convenient PC layout.

 

5. Compute Module (CM) Series

 

Designed for commercial and industrial product designers. These System-on-Modules (SoMs) are compact circuit boards that require a custom-designed carrier board for connectivity.

• Compute Module 5 (CM5)
  • Release Date: Reported 2024
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2712
  • Max RAM: Up to 16 GB
  • Key Features: The CM version of the Raspberry Pi 5, in the modern high-density connector form factor.
• Compute Module 4 (CM4)
  • Release Date: October 2020
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2711
  • Max RAM: Up to 8 GB
  • Key Features: CM version of the Pi 4, with optional eMMC storage and wireless, and the addition of a PCIe interface.
• Compute Module 3+ (CM3+)
  • Release Date: January 2019
  • SoC/Chip: Broadcom BCM2837B0
  • Max RAM: 1 GB
  • Key Features: Uses the older DDR2-SODIMM form factor for compatibility with previous designs.