Raspberry Pi

Pi 5 8GB

CPU ARM BCM2712

GPU VideoCore VII

Max RAM 8GB

Drives 1

From $120

Seller Amazon

The Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB is a mini PC powered by the ARM ARM BCM2712 (A76 gen). It features 4 performance cores and 4 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated ARM VideoCore VII. Supports up to 8GB of RAM at 3200 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 1 drive. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 1G). Dimensions: 86 × 57 × 21mm (0.10L). Uses a GaN PSU (27W).

CPU & Performance

CPUARM BCM2712

GenerationA76

P-Cores4

Threads4

Single-core27

Multi-core7

Socket0

GPU

GPUVideoCore VII

Discrete GPUNo

Integrated GPUYes

eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM8GB

Max speed3200 MT/s

ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives1

SD cardYes

Ports & Connectivity

Max displays4

Network

Max Ethernet1G

1G ports1

vProN

Physical

Dimensions86 × 57 × 21 mm

Volume0.1L

Fan size26mm

Power

PSU typeGaN

PSU27W

Additional

Recommended for office work, web browsing, media playback, light home or business use, and very small desk setups. Consider Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB if you want a ultra-compact mini PC built around its listed ARM ARM BCM2712 processor and ARM VideoCore VII integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads because no discrete or high-speed external GPU path is listed.

Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB features ARM ARM BCM2712 with ARM VideoCore VII integrated GPU, offering 1× 1G Ethernet. CPU details include A76 CPU generation, 4 performance cores, and 4 threads. Memory support includes up to 8GB RAMat 3200 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 1 storage drive and SD card reader. Display support includes support for up to 4 displays. Port connectivity includes USB-C Power Delivery input at 15W. Networking includes 1× 1G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 86 × 57 × 21 mm chassis (0.10L). Cooling information lists 26 mm main fan. Power information lists GaN power supply rated at 27W.

Based on its overall score of 135.0, Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB is positioned as an entry-to-midrange mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

Verdict

Best for

basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, very small desk setups.

Avoid if

you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet.

Alternatives

AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S — better value at comparable performance
GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
CWWK/Topton 1245U 8x2.5G — stronger wired networking for homelab use

Review

The Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB is a palm-size mini PC built around ARM ARM BCM2712 and ARM VideoCore VII integrated graphics. With a listed price around $120, it is aimed at buyers looking for basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, very small desk setups. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 8GB RAM at 3200 MT/s, up to 1 drive, including 0 NVMe slots (SD card reader), 1×1GbE, and USB-C PD up to 15W. The 135.0 overall score suggests a more specialized or entry-level role, so it should be judged by fit-for-purpose features rather than raw benchmark ambition. The main reason to pause is fit: avoid it if you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet. Overall, the Raspberry Pi Pi 5 8GB makes the most sense when its CPU/GPU balance, port selection, and expansion profile match your workload; otherwise, compare it against similarly priced mini PCs with better networking, quieter cooling, or stronger upgrade paths.