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Category Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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Microcontroller Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ RP2040
Clock Speed Up to 133 MHz
Flash Memory 2 MB on-board QSPI flash
SRAM 264 KB
GPIO Pins 26 multi-function GPIO pins
Programming Languages MicroPython, C, C++, CircuitPython
Connectivity USB 1.1 Host and Device support
Power Input 5V via Micro-USB or VSYS pin
Dimensions 51mm x 21mm
Operating Temperature -20°C to +70°C

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 29, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good compatibility

Swapped this in for a project originally designed for the official board. Everything compiled and ran without modification. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the slightly different shade of green on the PCB, purely aesthetic though.

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Anonymous

Mar 17, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for learning embedded systems

This board is an excellent entry point into microcontrollers. The MicroPython support makes it incredibly easy to get started without dealing with complex C setups immediately. The dual-core performance is surprising for the price point.

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Anonymous

Mar 15, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Reliable and fast

The boot time is instant, and the USB drag-and-drop programming feature is a huge time saver. I appreciate the consistent voltage regulation which keeps my sensors reading accurately.

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Anonymous

Mar 12, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid hardware, documentation could be better

The hardware itself is fantastic and runs cool even under load. My only minor gripe is that some specific peripheral examples aren't as well documented as the official boards, but the community forums fill the gap quickly.

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Anonymous

Mar 03, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Great value alternative

Works flawlessly with all my existing Raspberry Pi Pico projects. The build quality feels solid, and the pinout is standard. I've used it for a home automation sensor node and it hasn't missed a beat.

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Anonymous

Mar 03, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Ideal for university projects

Bought five of these for our engineering capstone project. They are affordable enough to risk burning one out while learning, yet powerful enough for complex tasks like motor control and data logging.

5 FAQ

Q: How much current can the 3.3V pin supply?

A: The on-board regulator can supply up to 300mA total for the board and external peripherals connected to the 3.3V pin. Please calculate your component usage carefully to avoid brownouts.

Q: Is this board compatible with the official Raspberry Pi Pico headers?

A: Yes, this board features the standard castellated hole layout and pinout, making it fully compatible with existing Pico headers and shields.

Q: What software do I need to install to program this?

A: You can use the Thonny IDE for MicroPython, which is very beginner-friendly. For C/C++ development, we recommend using the Raspberry Pi Pico SDK with Visual Studio Code or PlatformIO.

Q: Can I power this board directly from a 3.7V LiPo battery?

A: You can connect a LiPo battery to the VSYS pin, but please ensure you have appropriate protection circuitry as the input range is 1.8V to 5.5V. For direct charging capabilities, an external charger module is recommended.

Q: Does it support WiFi or Bluetooth out of the box?

A: No, the RP2040 chip on this board does not have built-in WiFi or Bluetooth. However, you can easily add these features using external modules like the ESP-01 or HC-05 via the GPIO pins.

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