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The 16GB Raspberry Pi 5 got another ‘unavoidable’ RAM price hike

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Raspberry Pi 5 16GB models increased in price due to a global RAM shortage, with the 16GB version rising from $120 to $385 and the Compute Module 5 rising from $120 to $375-$415. CEO Eben Upton attributes the hikes to a lack of alternative supply for 16GB DRAM, noting these changes are unwelcome for customers.

Key points

• The Raspberry Pi 5 16GB configuration increased in price from $120 to $385 due to a global RAM shortage.
• The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 16GB configuration increased in price from $120 to $375-$415 due to a global RAM shortage.

Context

Raspberry Pi 5 16GB models increased in price due to a global RAM shortage, with the 16GB version rising from $120 to $385 and the Compute Module 5 rising from $120 to $375-$415. CEO Eben Upton attributes the hikes to a lack of alternative supply for 16GB DRAM, noting these changes are unwelcome for customers.

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Price hikes are driven by a lack of alternative supply for 16GB DRAM, on top of shortages for other components. Evidence does not specify exact production dates or inventory levels, and the article does not provide a link to the full story.

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