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Best Raspberry Pi alternatives
The Raspberry Pi is just one of many great single-board computer options available for a variety of projects.
The Raspberry Pi is one of the best SBCs (single-board computers) on the block, especially following the recent release of the Raspberry Pi 5. However, the sheer popularity of the Raspberry Pi is also its greatest shortcoming, as the manufacturer consistently struggles to keep up with the demand. So, instead of waiting for this name-brand SBC to be restocked by its manufacturer, consider looking into one of the many Raspberry Pi alternatives available. There are plenty of inexpensive SBCs that outperform basic RPi models, as well as more powerful SBCs better suited for AI and ML applications than the pricier RPi models. No matter how you plan to use your SBC, you’ll find a viable non-Raspberry Pi option among our top picks.
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