Raspberry Pi 5 4GB: Global Maker Review
The Pi 5 brings 2.4GHz power to makers worldwide. We compare ₹6,448 Indian deal vs US pricing, testing performance in tropical and temperate climates.
🇮🇳 India Deal
₹6,448 (50% off ₹13,000)
Seller: Diycomponents (4.2★)
₹6,448 (50% off ₹13,000)
Seller: Diycomponents (4.2★)
🇺🇸 US Pricing
$79.99 (MSRP $85)
Seller: Raspberry Pi Official
$79.99 (MSRP $85)
Seller: Raspberry Pi Official
Global Specs
Processor
BCM2712 (Both)
Warranty
1Y India
3Y US
3Y US
- 4K Output: Dual HDMI 2.1
- Wireless: WiFi 5 + BT 5.0
- Power: 5-10W
Regional Performance
🇮🇳 Indian Challenges
- Peak temps: 48°C (Chennai summer)
- Requires voltage stabilizer
- Limited official support
🇺🇸 US Advantages
- 22°C avg lab temps
- Direct manufacturer support
- PCIe 2.0 x1 interface
Global Competitors
| Pi 5 4GB | India: Orange Pi 5 | USA: BeagleBone AI-64 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹6,448/$80 | ₹7,299 | $129 |
| AI Capability | Basic | Medium | Advanced |
| Community | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Regional Buyer Guides
🇮🇳 Indian Makers
- Use APC Back-UPS 600VA
- Noctua NF-A4x10 FLX cooler
- Sandisk Extreme Pro microSD
🇺🇸 US Makers
- Official Pi 5 PSU recommended
- Argon ONE M.2 case compatible
- Check Micro Center bundle deals
Global FAQ
Q: Warranty cross-region support?
A: Indian units - local only. US purchases get international coverage.
Q: Best region to buy?
A: India's 50% discount (₹6,448 ≈ $77) beats US pricing ($79.99).
Q: Voltage compatibility?
A: 110-240V PSUs available regionally.
*Indian tests: 45°C ambient. US tests: 22°C lab environment.
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