SPIDER Automation Raspberry Pi 5 Model B 4GB RAM | Quad-Core SBC & High-Performance Workstation
Description
SPIDER Automation Raspberry Pi 5 Model B (4GB RAM) is the flagship next-generation computing platform designed to fulfill demanding industrial, commercial, and enthusiast requirements. Built around a powerful Broadcom BCM2712 system-on-chip featuring a 2.4GHz quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 processor, the Raspberry Pi 5 delivers a massive 2× to 3× performance increase over the Raspberry Pi 4.
Engineered with in-house silicon via the custom RP1 southbridge controller, the board yields a dramatic step-change in peripheral functionality, more than doubling aggregate USB bandwidth and introducing a high-speed single-lane PCIe 2.0 interface for NVMe SSD attachments. Combined with an 800MHz VideoCore VII GPU, dual 4K 60Hz display outputs, an integrated hardware Real-Time Clock (RTC), an on-board power button, and a dedicated fan header, the Raspberry Pi 5 4GB redefines the boundaries of compact, energy-efficient computing.

Key Features
- Broadcom BCM2712 SoC: Quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 processor running at 2.4GHz with cryptography extensions and 2MB shared L3 cache.
- 4GB LPDDR4X-4267 SDRAM: High-density system memory configured for smooth multitasking and rapid data handling.
- RP1 Southbridge Chip: Custom in-house I/O controller delivering drastically boosted peripheral speeds and doubled USB bandwidth.
- VideoCore VII GPU: Advanced graphics engine supporting OpenGL ES 3.1, Vulkan 1.2, and 4Kp60 HEVC hardware decoding.
- Dual 4K HDMI Outputs: Two micro-HDMI ports supporting dual independent displays up to 4K resolution at 60Hz with HDR support.
- PCIe 2.0 x1 Interface: High-bandwidth expansion port allowing direct connection of high-speed peripherals like M.2 NVMe SSDs (requires adapter).
- Real-Time Clock (RTC): Onboard battery-backed clock circuit to track accurate time and date during power-down states.
- Convenient Power Control: Integrated physical on-board power button for safe system startup and shutdown procedures.
- Dedicated Fan & UART Headers: Dedicated JST connector for active cooling fans and a separate UART debugging header.
- Standard 40-Pin GPIO Header: Backwards-compatible low-level header retaining full support for traditional HATs and automation modules.
Benefits
- Blazing-Fast Desktop Performance: Delivers snappy, responsive web browsing, document execution, and media streaming comparable to entry-level desktop PCs.
- Accelerated Peripheral Data Rates: USB 3.0 ports support simultaneous 5Gbps transfers, while PCIe compatibility eliminates storage bottlenecks.
- Enhanced Computer Vision & Camera Handling: Re-architected Image Signal Processor (ISP) and dual 4-lane MIPI transceivers triple total camera bandwidth.
- Robust Thermal & Power Management: Supports 5V/5A USB-C Power Delivery (PD) to drive high-draw accessories and power-hungry external drives reliably.
- Industrial Ready: Extended operating temperature thresholds, built-in RTC, and rugged processing capability fit seamlessly into commercial automation setups.
Applications
- Industrial IoT & Automation Gateways: Managing advanced data loggers, telemetry units, and real-time machine controllers.
- Edge AI & Machine Vision: Processing high-resolution video streams from multiple cameras for object detection and neural network models.
- High-Performance NAS & Media Servers: Operating fast local file servers utilizing high-speed USB 3.0 and PCIe storage configurations.
- Embedded Prototyping & Robotics: Interfacing complex sensors, motor drivers, and expansion modules via the 40-pin GPIO pinout.
- Advanced Software Development: Compiling native code, running containerized microservices, and testing multi-screen workstation layouts.
Package Includes
- 1 x Raspberry Pi 5 Model B (4GB RAM) Single Board Computer
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand / Series | SPIDER Automation / Raspberry Pi 5 Range |
| Item Type | Single Board Computer (SBC) |
| Model Order Code / SKU | Raspberry Pi 5 Model B (4GB) / SKU-SPIDER-RPI-5-4GB |
| Processor (SoC) | Broadcom BCM2712, Quad-Core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 @ 2.4GHz |
| System RAM Memory | 4 GB LPDDR4X-4267 SDRAM |
| Graphics Processing Unit | VideoCore VII GPU (Supports OpenGL ES 3.1, Vulkan 1.2) |
| Wireless Networking | Dual-Band 2.4GHz & 5GHz IEEE 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 / BLE |
| Wired Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet (Supports PoE+ via optional PoE+ HAT) |
| General-Purpose I/O | Standard 40-Pin GPIO Header (HAT Compatible) |
| Video & Display Outputs | 2 × Micro-HDMI Ports (Supports dual 4Kp60 with HDR) |
| Camera & Display Interfaces | 2 × 4-Lane MIPI Camera/Display Transceivers |
| Expansion Interface | PCIe 2.0 x1 Interface for Fast Peripherals (M.2 / NVMe support) |
| USB & Storage Interfaces | 2 × USB 3.0 Ports (5Gbps), 2 × USB 2.0 Ports, MicroSD Slot (SDR104) |
| Special Features | On-board Power Button, Real-Time Clock (RTC) Header, Dedicated Fan Header |
| Power Requirements | 5V / 5A DC Power via USB Type-C (Supports USB Power Delivery) |
| Board Physical Dimensions | 85 mm × 56 mm |
| Package Shipping Weight | 0.08 kg (80 g) |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 12 cm × 8 cm × 3 cm |






























