Raspberry Pi 500 is a Compact All-in-One PC with A 15.6-inch Full-HD IPS display and Dual HDMI Support for Home and Office

The Raspberry Pi 500 is a compact and refined PC built into a high-quality keyboard, powered by a 2.4GHz quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 processor with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and a built-in aluminium heatsink for smooth performance. It supports dual 4K displays via micro HDMI ports. It features integrated Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 ports, and a 40-pin GPIO header for connectivity and expansion with pre-loaded Raspberry Pi OS.

The company also launched the 15.6-inch Raspberry Pi Monitor along with the Raspberry Pi 500, a Full-HD IPS display with a 1920×1080 resolution, built-in audio with two front-facing speakers, and connectivity options including an HDMI port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and USB-C for power. The monitor can be powered directly by a Raspberry Pi or an external power supply, supporting varying brightness and volume levels based on the power source.

Previously, the company launched the Raspberry Pi 400, which was also a keyboard PC. The Raspberry Pi 500 may have the same design as the 400 but with a faster BCM2712 SoC, 2x RAM, and a reconfigured rear panel for improved port placement. While the 400 featured a white top and red bottom, the 500 introduced a sleek all-white design for a modern and cohesive look.

Raspberry Pi OS is optimized for the Raspberry Pi 500, delivering an enhanced desktop experience for work, leisure, and more. Unlike the Raspberry Pi 400, the Raspberry Pi 500 boots straight into the setup wizard, offering a user-friendly start and performance up to three times faster than the Raspberry Pi 5.

Raspberry Pi 500 Keyboard PC Specifications:

• Processor:
  • 2.4GHz quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 CPU
  • Cryptography extensions
  • 512KB per-core L2 cache, 2MB shared L3 cache
• Memory:
  • 8GB LPDDR4X-4267 SDRAM
• Storage:
  • 32GB Class A2 microSD included
  • microSD card slot for OS and data storage
• Connectivity:
  • Dual-band 802.11b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi (2.4GHz & 5GHz)
  • Bluetooth 5.0 with BLE support
  • Gigabit Ethernet
• Ports:
  • 2 × USB 3.0 ports
  • 1 × USB 2.0 port
  • 2 × micro HDMI ports (supports up to 4Kp60)
  • GPIO: Horizontal 40-pin GPIO header
• Graphics & Multimedia:
  • H.265 hardware decoding (4Kp60)
  • OpenGL ES 3.0 graphics support
  • Dual micro HDMI ports (supports up to 4Kp60)
• Keyboard:
  • Compact 78-, 79-, or 83-key layout (regional variations available)
• Misc:
  • Integrated aluminium heatsink for improved thermal performance
  • The power Button on the keyboard
  • Three LEDs
• Power:
  • 5V DC via USB-C connector
• Dimensions:
  • 286 mm × 122 mm × 23 mm (maximum height)
• Operating Temperature:
  • 0°C to +50°C
• Production Lifetime:
  • Guaranteed availability until at least January 2034

As an optional add-on to the Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard PC, the Raspberry Pi Monitor is mainly designed for use as a desktop for Raspberry Pi PCs and other devices offering flexible integration into projects with VESA and screw mounting options, as well as an angle-adjustable stand. Besides, it is a flexible and cost-effective choice for everyday computing and customized system integrations for personal and office use.

Raspberry Pi Monitor Specifications:

• Display:
  • 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 × 1080) IPS LCD panel
  • 16:9 aspect ratio with anti-glare coating
  • Typical brightness: 250 nits
  • 16.2M color depth
  • 60 Hz refresh rate
• Video:
  • Input via Full-size HDMI port
• Audio:
  • 2 × 1.2W integrated front-facing speakers
  • 3.5mm stereo headphone jack
  • Supports 44.1kHz, 48kHz, and 96kHz sample rates
• Connectivity:
  • 1 × Full-size HDMI 1.4 input
  • 1 × USB-C for power input
  • 3.5mm audio jack
• Misc:
  • Integrated angle-adjustable stand (0°–90° tilt)
  • VESA mounting support with screw attachment points
  • Volume, brightness control, and power buttons
• Power:
  • 5V/1.5A via USB-C
  • It can be powered directly from a Raspberry Pi (limited to 60% brightness and 50% volume) or by a separate power supply (up to 100% brightness and volume)
• Build and Dimensions:
  • Compact design with cable management notch
  • Dimensions: 360 mm × 237 mm (approx.)
• Mounting Options:
  • Integrated angle-adjustable stand
  • VESA- and screw-mounting options
  • Volume and brightness control buttons
• Production Lifetime:
  • Guaranteed availability until at least January 2034
• Compliance:
  • Meets relevant safety and quality regulations
  • Classified as a Class B unintentional radiator under FCC Part 15

As we have mentioned before, we can power the Raspberry Pi Monitor directly through a Raspberry Pi’s USB port or keyboard PC. However, this setup limits the brightness to 60% and the volume to 50%. To achieve full brightness and volume (up to 100%), we will need a separate power supply.

The device offers a smooth desktop experience, perfect for daily tasks, coding, and multimedia use. The Raspberry Pi 500 Desktop Kit includes accessories such as a mouse, power supply, HDMI cable, and a beginner’s guide, making it user-friendly for everyone. Currently, the Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard PC is priced at $90, the desktop kit is available for $120, and the Raspberry Pi Monitor is priced at $100 on their official website via authorized Raspberry Pi resellers.

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