Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is a
powerful single-board computer featuring a 1.4GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU,
improved thermal management, and Gigabit Ethernet (via USB 2.0). It also
includes dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and Power over Ethernet
(PoE) support with an additional HAT.
Description:
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model
B+ is an upgraded version of the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, offering several
enhancements in performance, connectivity, and power management.
Key Features of
Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
Memory: 1 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM.
Wireless Connectivity:
2.4GHz and 5GHz IEEE 802.11.b/g/n/ac wireless
LAN.
Bluetooth 4.2 and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet over USB 2.0 (with
maximum throughput of 300 Mbps).
GPIO: Extended 40-pin GPIO header for various
interfacing options.
Video Output: Full-size HDMI port for 1080p video
output.
USB Ports: 4 USB 2.0 ports, capable of providing
up to 1.2A of power for peripherals.
Camera Interface: CSI camera port for connecting
a Raspberry Pi camera.
Display Interface: DSI display port for
connecting a Raspberry Pi touchscreen display.
Audio and Video: 4-pole stereo output and
composite video port.
Storage: MicroSD port for loading the operating
system and storing data.
Power Input: 5V/2.5A DC power input via micro USB
port.
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE): PoE support (requires
separate PoE HAT).
Performance
Enhancements
Broadcom BCM2837 SoC: Features a 1.4GHz
quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU, providing significant processing power.
Graphics: Includes
a GPU supporting OpenGL ES 2.0, hardware-accelerated
OpenVG, and 1080p30 H.264 high-profile decode, capable of Blu-ray
quality video playback.
USB Ports: The four USB 2.0 ports can output up
to 1.2A, enabling the connection of power-hungry devices. For
additional peripherals, a powered USB hub can be used.
System on Chip (SoC): Broadcom BCM2837B0 with a
64-bit quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU running at 1.4 GHz.
Memory: 1 GB of LPDDR2 SDRAM, enabling
simultaneous running of multiple processes and applications.
Wireless Connectivity:
Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11ac) supporting
both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Bluetooth 4.2 and Bluetooth Low Energy
(BLE) for wireless communication.
USB Ports: 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting
peripherals like keyboards, mice, and external storage devices.
HDMI: Full-size HDMI port for video output,
supporting up to 1080p resolution.
GPIO Pins: 40 GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output)
pins, allowing interfacing with a variety of external devices.
Power Supply: Powered through a micro USB
port with a requirement of 5V/2.5A.
Camera & Display Interfaces:
Camera Serial Interface (CSI) for
connecting a Raspberry Pi camera module.
Display Serial Interface (DSI) for
connecting a compatible touchscreen display.
Storage: MicroSD card for operating system and
data storage, allowing easy upgrading or swapping of software.
Additional
Features
No Power Button: The Raspberry Pi 3 B+ boots
immediately when powered on. To turn off, it requires a safe shutdown
before removing power.
Low-level Peripherals: The 40-pin GPIO
header offers access to 27 GPIO pins, as well as UART, I2C, SPI,
3.3V, and 5V sources.
Up-to-Date NOOBS: For optimal use, ensure
the NOOBS card is updated to the latest version.
Applications
The Raspberry Pi 3 B+ is ideal
for a wide range of applications such as:
Home Automation: Control and monitor home devices
like lights, security systems, and more.
Educational Use: Teaching programming,
electronics, and embedded systems.
DIY Projects: Ideal for hobbyists and makers
creating personal projects such as robots, weather stations, and media
centers.
Media Playback: High-definition video playback on
HDTVs or monitors.
Networking Projects: Use as a low-cost server,
router, or IoT gateway.