The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (2GB RAM) is one of the most advanced additions …
The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (2GB RAM) is one of the most advanced additions to the popular Raspberry Pi family. It delivers major improvements in processing power, multimedia capabilities, memory, and connectivity compared to the previous Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+, while maintaining backward compatibility and similar power efficiency. With its upgraded hardware, the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B offers desktop-class performance that rivals entry-level x86 PCs.
Key Features
High-Speed Processing
Powered by the Broadcom BCM2711 Quad-Core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8-A) 64-bit processor running at 1.5GHz, the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B provides a noticeable performance boost. Enhanced thermals and power efficiency allow the CPU to run smoothly at higher speeds. Video performance is also improved, with support for dual 4K displays through two micro-HDMI ports and hardware video decoding up to 4Kp60 (H.265), along with H.264 and MPEG-4 decoding (1080p60).
Improved Wireless Connectivity
The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B features a faster dual-band 802.11 b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi module for improved wireless networking and reduced interference. The upgraded PCB antenna ensures better signal reception. Bluetooth 5.0 provides increased range and stability for wireless peripherals without requiring additional dongles.
Enhanced Ethernet & USB
This model includes substantially faster wired networking, thanks to upgrades that enable true Gigabit Ethernet speeds. It also offers two USB 3.0 ports for high-speed data transfers, along with two USB 2.0 ports. The 40-pin GPIO header remains fully compatible with previous Raspberry Pi boards.
Software & Operating System
Beginners can use NOOBS for easy installation of supported operating systems. Raspberry Pi OS (Raspbian) is the recommended OS for everyday use, offering extensive documentation and example projects to help users get started. Additional operating systems for Raspberry Pi 4 are also available for download.
