{"product_id":"raspberry-pi-zero-compact-single-board-computer","title":"Raspberry Pi Zero - Compact Single-Board Computer","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRaspberry Pi Zero — Compact, 1GHz Single-Board Computer with 512MB RAM\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Raspberry Pi Zero is a tiny, low-cost single-board computer built around the Broadcom BCM2835 system-on-chip. It features a 1GHz ARM11 processor, 512MB of RAM, and a range of connectivity options including Mini HDMI and micro USB. Ideal for embedded projects, IoT devices, and portable applications where size and power efficiency matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroadcom BCM2835, 1GHz single-core ARM11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512MB LPDDR2 SDRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini HDMI (1080p60)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × Micro USB OTG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPIO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40-pin HAT-compatible header (unpopulated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroSD card slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-pi-4-retro-gaming-console\"\u003ePortable retro gaming console with RetroPie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/raspberry-pi-5-8gb-smart-home-iot-hub-kit\"\u003eSmart IoT sensor hub for home automation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact network-attached storage (NAS) device\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-wearable-health-monitor-band\"\u003eWearable computer or health monitor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Raspberry Pi Zero works with any standard microSD card for booting Raspbian or other supported OSes. It is compatible with most Raspberry Pi HATs via the 40-pin GPIO header (requires soldering a header). Voltage is 5V via micro USB, with typical current draw under 200mA. Works with USB accessories via OTG adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use the GPIO pins, solder a 40-pin male header (not included). For video, a Mini HDMI to HDMI adapter is needed. Power via the leftmost micro USB port (labeled PWR); the other micro USB is for data\/OTG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Arduino?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Raspberry Pi Zero is a full Linux computer, not directly compatible with Arduino shields, but it can communicate with Arduino boards via USB or GPIO serial.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I run Windows on it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWindows 10 IoT Core is not supported, but you can install Raspbian or other Linux distributions. Windows may be possible through emulation but not practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standard Raspberry Pi Zero does not have built-in wireless; you'll need a USB Wi-Fi dongle. The Zero W variant includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. 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