Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 is a system on module that delivers the power of Raspberry Pi 5 in a form factor ideal for embedded applications. Priced from $45 and featuring a quad-core Arm Cortex-A76 processor, dual 4Kp60 HDMI output, Gigabit Ethernet, optional fully-certified wireless module providing Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth connectivity, and a variety of RAM and eMMC flash options, Compute Module 5 enables you to leverage Raspberry Pi 5’s powerful hardware and optimised software stack in your own custom systems and form factors. In comparison with its predecessor, Compute Module 5 features additional I/O interfaces, allowing even more flexibility and providing a greater breadth of options for product and application design. For cost-sensitive applications, Compute Module 5 is also available without eMMC flash. Also available to assist product designers is the Raspberry Pi Development Kit for Compute Module 5, offering an ideal environment for prototyping embedded solutions. This comprehensive kit includes a Compute Module 5 and Compute Module 5 IO Board, together with all the essential accessories to kick-start your product design.
Specifications
1. 55 mm × 40 mm × 4.7 mm module
2. Broadcom BCM2712 quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 (Armv8) SoC @ 2.4GHz
3. Memory options:
- 2GB, 4GB, 8GB LPDDR4-4267 SDRAM with ECC
- 0GB, 16GB, 32GB or 64GB eMMC flash memory
4. Options for certified radio module containing:
- 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac wireless
- Bluetooth 5.0, BLE
- On board electronic switch to select between PCB trace or external antenna
5. Gigabit Ethernet PHY supporting IEEE 1588
6. 1 × PCIe x1 root complex, Gen 2 (5Gbps)
7. 1 × USB 2.0 port (high speed) and 2 × USB 3.0 ports, supporting simultaneous 5Gbps operation
8. Up to 30 × GPIO supporting either 1.8V or 3.3V signalling and peripheral options:
- Up to 5 × UART
- Up to 5 × I2C
- Up to 5 × SPI
- 1 × SDIO interface
- 1 × DPI (parallel RGB display)
- 1 × I2S
- Up to 4 × PWM channels
- Up to 3 × GPCLK outputs
9. 2 × HDMI 2.0 ports (supports up to 4Kp60 on both ports simultaneously)
10. 2 × 4-lane MIPI ports supporting both DSI (display port) and CSI-2 (camera port)
11. 4Kp60 HEVC decoder
12. OpenGL ES 3.1 graphics, Vulkan 1.2
13. 1 × SDIO 2.0 (CM5 Lite)
Applications
Industrial Automation
1. IoT Gateways
- Data collection from sensors and actuators.
- Securely relaying data to cloud platforms like AWS IoT or Azure IoT.
2. Process Automation
- PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) replacements.
- Automated manufacturing systems.
3. Machine Vision
- Quality control via AI-powered image processing.
- Integration with cameras for real-time monitoring.
Smart Home and Building Automation
1. Home Automation Hubs
- Control smart lights, thermostats, and security systems.
2. Energy Monitoring Systems
- Track electricity consumption or solar energy production.
3. HVAC Control
- Automate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Networking and Communication
1. Custom Routers and Firewalls
- Build a small, efficient networking appliance using software like OpenWRT.
2. IoT Edge Devices
- Process and analyze data at the edge, reducing latency.
3. Media Servers
- Stream video or music locally with Plex or Jellyfin.
AI and Machine Learning
1. Edge AI Devices
- Run machine learning models locally for object detection, speech recognition, or anomaly detection.
2. Robotics
- AI-powered navigation and control for drones or robots.
Retail and Digital Signage
1. Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
- Compact and reliable solution for payment terminals.
2. Digital Signage
- Display real-time advertisements or menus in restaurants or shops.
Transportation
1. Vehicle Telematics
- Monitor vehicle health and performance.
2. In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
- Provide media playback and navigation for cars or public transport.
Media and Entertainment
1. High-Performance Media Players
- Use hardware-accelerated decoding for video playback.
2. Gaming Consoles
- Power retro gaming systems using emulators.
Technical Documents
- Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 product brief
- Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 datasheet
- Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 design files
Technical Resources
Published: 11 December 2024