Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+

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Note: Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ is the lower-cost version of Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ with the same CPU, Clock Speed, and Wireless Specifications.

 

Note: This page listed the Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ mainboard and other related kits. Please choose the preferred choice under "Available Options":

 

 
 

Yeah! We love Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ because of its wireless capabilities and quad-core 64-bit processor. On the other hand, we also love the low cost and compact size of Raspberry Pi Zero W. But in case you are looking for a Raspberry Pi that sits in between these two variations, you will love Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+. Lower cost with wireless capability, the same processor as 3B+ yet the PCB size is smaller than Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+. This is the perfect board for education because you do not need 4 USB ports and since WiFi is there, the Ethernet socket (RJ45) can be taken out too.

The new Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ has a 64-bit quad-core processor clocked at 1.4GHz512MB of RAMfast dual-band 802.11 b/g/n/ac wireless LAN, and Bluetooth 4.2.

 

The Power of Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ at Lower Cost and Smaller Size!

 

The 3A+ looks like a downgrade from 3B+, but A+ is designed for different segments of the application. If you are doing robotics that requires high processing power but does not need the USB or Ethernet connection, it fits right in.

Of course, we should also compare it with the previous Raspberry Pi 1 A+ which has a single-core 700MHz CPU (same as Raspberry Pi 1). Now the addition of the quad-core 1.4GHz BCM2837 SoC with improved thermals to the Pi 3 A+ gives a huge performance boost. The VideoCore is clocked at 400MHz for video processing and the 3D graphics processor runs at 300MHz. And not to forget, you can now have an Internet connection via the dual-band WiFi on 3A+ while 1A+ does not offer a WiFi connection.

 

And do you know? With the ARMv8 processor, it can now run the full range of ARM GNU/Linux distributions, including Snappy Ubuntu Core, as well as Microsoft Windows 10 IoT edition.

The Raspberry Pi 3 A+ now has not just the wireless, but FAST wireless! It's the same fast, dual-band wireless chip (CYW43455) as the Raspberry Pi 3 B+, with 802.11 b/g/n/ac wireless LAN and Bluetooth 4.2. The dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless LAN enables faster networking with less interference (although the higher bandwidth has less range), and the new PCB antenna technology should allow better reception.

 

Bluetooth allows you to use a wireless keyboard/trackpad without extra dongles, keeping things nice and tidy, and also saving the USB port for other purposes.

 

The GPIO header remains the same as the previous A+ (and the Raspberry Pi 4B, 3B/B+, Zero/W/WH, Zero 2W), with the 40-pin header. Be aware that the new metal shielding on the wireless circuitry and the SoC may cause shorts against larger components on the underside of HATs, pHATs, and SHIMs. In the first two cases, standoffs will help; in the latter, a couple of small pieces of insulating tape or Kapton tape will prevent any shorts.

 

It works great with the HATs and pHATs. And in one of the basic kits, the official Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ case (Red and White) from Raspberry Pi Foundation is included.

 

An official 12.5W USB micro B Power Supply Unit - UK Plug from Raspberry Pi is included in both the basic kits. This 12.5W PSU is capable of delivering a stable 5.1V at a maximum current of 2.5A. It works great with the Pi 3 Model A+ and provides plenty of power to the chip, Ethernet, and any USB add-ons you plug in.

 

Every kit/bundle includes a Raspberry Pi Approved 32GB MakerDisk microSD card for the Operating System and data storage. To save you time downloading the Operating System and load into the microSD, the MakerDisk microSD card comes with Raspberry Pi OS preloaded :)
 
Note: The MakerDisk microSD card comes Pre-loaded with Raspberry Pi OS and is ready to boot up on any Raspberry Pi computer, including this Raspberry Pi 3A+. Please DO NOT format it if you intend to use it with the Raspberry Pi board.
 
And in case you need access to the MicroSD card, the basic kits include a USB microSD reader/writer:
Hope you enjoy digital making with Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ board!
 
 

 

Warranty Period: 12 months
Features

Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ Specifications:

  • 1.4GHz 64-bit quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU (BCM2837), same as Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
  • 512MB RAM, half of Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
  • On-board wireless LAN - dual-band 802.11 b/g/n/ac (CYW43455)
  • On-board Bluetooth 4.2 HS low-energy (BLE) (CYW43455)
  • 1 x USB 2.0 port
  • 40 GPIO pins, standard across all Raspberry Pi Zero and 3 board
  • Full-size HDMI 1.3a port
  • Combined 3.5mm analog audio and composite video jack
  • Camera interface (CSI)
  • Display interface (DSI)
  • microSD slot
  • VideoCore IV multimedia/3D graphics core @ 400MHz/300MHz
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