Jeff Geerling • 1/5/2026

Raspberry Pi is cheaper than a Mini PC again (that's not good)

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The article compares the current pricing of a fully-configured Raspberry Pi 5 with 16GB RAM and 512GB NVMe SSD against a similar-spec N100 Mini PC. A year ago, the Mini PC was significantly cheaper, but due to RAM shortages, both now cost around $247. This price convergence reduces the value proposition for hobbyists. The author suggests 2026 will favor repurposing used hardware and explores lower-cost Pi options and clones as alternatives to the inflated mainstream market.

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