Raspberry Pi Zero W Board
Raspberry Pi Zero W board – an ultra-compact, wireless-enabled single-board computer.
Raspberry Pi Zero W
Ultra-Compact Wireless-Enabled Budget-Friendly
Overview
The Raspberry Pi Zero W is a small, low-cost single-board computer developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation.
Launched in 2017, it brings built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to the ultra-compact Raspberry Pi Zero form factor, making it perfect for IoT, wearables, robotics, and embedded systems.
Despite its tiny size, it runs a full Linux OS and supports many of the same features as larger Raspberry Pi boards.
Core Specifications (Infographic Style)
Feature | Details |
Processor | Broadcom BCM2835 1GHz ARM11 (Single Core) |
RAM | 512MB LPDDR2 |
tooth | Bluetooth 4.1 + BLE |
Storage | microSD Card Slot |
GPIO | 40-Pin GPIO (Unpopulated Header) |
Video Output | Mini HDMI |
Camera | CSI Camera Connector |
USB | 1 Micro USB (Data) + 1 Micro USB (Power) |
Power | 5V via Micro USB |
Size | 65mm 30mm 5mm |
Key Highlights
Built-in Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Extremely compact design Very low power consumption Compatible with most Raspberry Pi software Ideal for portable & battery-powered projects
Connectivity & Expansion
40-Pin GPIO
Same pinout as larger Raspberry Pi boards
ader needs to be soldered (if not pre-installed)
Wireless Capabilities
2.4GHz Wi-Fi for IoT applications
Bluetooth 4.1 + BLE for low-energy devices
Perfect for remote monitoring systems
Camera Support
CSI port supports Raspberry Pi Camera Module
Useful for:
Security systems
AI-based vision projects
Time-lapse photography
Popular Applications
IoT Smart Devices Wearable tech projects DIY smart home controllers Portable media players Mini web servers Security camera nodes Robotics controllers Custom embedded Linux systems
Supported Operating Systems
Raspberry Piux distributions
Power Efficiency
The Raspberry Pi Zero W typically consumes:
~120mA idle
~230mA under load
Ideal for battery-powered IoT devices and portable robotics projects.
Why Choose Raspberry Pi Zero W?
Smallest wireless Raspberry Pi Extremely affordable Low power usage Perfect for space-constrained designs Strong global developer community
What You Need to Get Started
microSD Card (8GB or higher recommended) 5V Micro USB power supply Mini HDMI adapter USB OTG adapter Soldered GPIO header (if required)
Perfect For
STEM learning labs