Product Overview
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Rev 1.2 is a versatile single-board computer featuring integrated wireless connectivity and a 64-bit architecture. It is suitable for educational environments, Linux-based development projects, and embedded or networking applications. With its quad-core CPU, 1 GB of memory, and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, it provides a balanced platform for a wide range of technical use cases.
Technical Specifications
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Processor: Broadcom BCM2837, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 (64-bit) at 1.2 GHz
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Graphics: VideoCore IV GPU
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Memory: 1 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM
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Networking: 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet (RJ45)
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Wireless: WLAN 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth 4.1 / BLE
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USB Ports: 4 × USB 2.0
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Video Output: 1 × HDMI (full-size)
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Audio: 3.5 mm A/V jack (audio + composite video)
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Storage: microSD card slot
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Camera / Display: MIPI CSI camera connector, MIPI DSI display connector
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GPIO: 40-pin GPIO header
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Power Supply: micro-USB, 5V (up to 2.5A recommended)
Scope of Delivery
- 1 × Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Rev 1.2
Notes
Operation requires a microSD card with an operating system and a suitable 5V power supply. Optional peripherals such as a case, cooling solution, keyboard, mouse, and monitor are not included. A power supply with sufficient current capacity is recommended when using USB peripherals.
Applications
Suitable for education and training environments, Linux-based development and testing systems, connected IoT applications, embedded prototyping, media and control projects, and long-term deployments on a stable and widely supported hardware platform.
Product safety information
Manufacturer information:
Raspberry Pi Ltd.
Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road 194
Cambridge, Vereinigtes Königreich, CB4 0AB
compliance@raspberrypi.com
https://www.raspberrypi.com
Responsible person:
Raspberry Pi Ireland Limited
Dublin Landings 3
North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, Irland, D01 C4E0
compliance@raspberrypi.com
https://www.raspberrypi.com
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Industry & Lifecycle Information
Lifecycle Status
Product status: Active
Market launch: February 2016
Product Change Notices (PCN)
Active PCNs: RPI-PCN-Pi3B-001 – Change of Broadcom SoC (1 November 2018)
Last known PCN: RPI-PCN-Pi3B-001 – Change of Broadcom SoC
Functional impact: Change from BCM2837RIFBGT to BCM2837RIFSBTB0T SoC; specification and performance equivalent or improved; no firmware changes required; mechanical change due to increased Z-height and metal heat spreader
End-of-Life (EOL)
EOL notice published: Yes
Last Time Buy (LTB): still open
Last Shipment Date (LSD): currently expected no earlier than January 2028
Current assessment: Active product with announced EOL; the product remains in active status and end-of-life is currently expected no earlier than 2028
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B (V1.2) is used in numerous embedded, IoT and industrial projects. Success stories provide insights into real-world applications and serve as inspiration for developing networked control and automation solutions.
Support and Information Channels
Official documentation
Central technical reference including datasheets, design guides and product documentation.
Raspberry Pi Forum for Industries
Platform for technical discussions, known limitations and application examples from industrial projects.
Datasheet
Technical detailed description of the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B.
Responsibility
The information in this document is based on the currently available data from the manufacturer Raspberry Pi. Regular review of lifecycle information is recommended, especially for series production projects.
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