Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi Zero W
· MPN: SC0020
The Raspberry Pi Zero W is the wireless version of the ultra-compact Raspberry Pi Zero, adding built-in WiFi (802.11 b/g/n) and Bluetooth 4.1 (with BLE) via ...
The Raspberry Pi Zero W is the wireless version of the ultra-compact Raspberry Pi Zero, adding built-in WiFi (802.11 b/g/n) and Bluetooth 4.1 (with BLE) via a BCM43143 chip. It retains the same tiny form factor and low price point as the Pi Zero v1.3, making it an excellent choice for IoT projects, embedded systems, and space-constrained builds.
Powered by a single-core 1 GHz ARM11 processor with 512 MB RAM, the Pi Zero W features a mini HDMI port (up to 1080p output), two micro USB ports (one for power, one for USB OTG), a micro SD card slot, and an unpopulated 2×20 GPIO header. It shares the same mounting holes and dimensions as the Pi Zero v1.3, so most existing cases and accessories are fully compatible.
Key Features
- Built-In WiFi – 802.11 b/g/n wireless via BCM43143
- Bluetooth 4.1 + BLE – Wireless connectivity for IoT applications
- 1 GHz ARM11 Processor – Single-core BCM2835 with 512 MB RAM
- Mini HDMI Output – Up to 1080p video and audio
- Micro USB OTG – Connect keyboards, hubs, and USB devices
- Micro SD Card Slot – For operating system and storage
- 40-Pin GPIO Header – Unpopulated, ready for soldering
- Ultra-Compact – Same footprint as Pi Zero v1.3
Ideal For
- IoT and connected device projects
- Headless servers and network-attached services
- Compact embedded systems
- Wearable and portable computing projects
Package Contents
- 1× Raspberry Pi Zero W (board only, no accessories)
Resources
Jargon buster
Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- BLE
- BLE stands for Bluetooth Low Energy, a Bluetooth mode designed for lower power use and modern phone compatibility. It matters because BLE support can make the module easier to use with Apple devices and battery-powered projects, though it may behave differently from classic serial Bluetooth.
- GPIO
- General-purpose input/output pins are microcontroller pins you can set in software to read signals, switch devices on and off, or connect to peripherals. The number of GPIO pins matters because it limits how many buttons, LEDs, sensors, and other parts you can wire directly to the board.
- HDMI
- HDMI is a common digital video and audio connection used by computers, media players, and many displays. If a display kit has HDMI input, it is usually much easier to test with a single-board computer because it can act like a normal monitor.
- IoT
- Short for Internet of Things, meaning physical devices that connect to networks or the internet to send data or be controlled remotely. It matters if you want projects such as connected sensors, remote controls or classroom data-logging activities.
- RAM
- RAM is temporary memory used while a device is running, and its contents are lost when power is removed. A “Run in RAM” mode is useful for testing settings without permanently programming the module, but it may not support every feature.
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