ClockworkPi

Compute Module Compatibility & Pricing Guide

ClockworkPi Devices

uConsole
From $139
  • Display5" IPS 1280x720 @ 60Hz
  • Keyboard74-key Backlit
  • InputD-pad + Mini Trackball
  • ConnectivityWiFi 5, BT 5.0, 3x USB-A
  • PortsUSB-C, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm
  • StorageMicroSD Slot
  • Battery2x 18650 Cells
  • Expansion40-pin GPIO, 4G Module ($50)
DevTerm
From $239
  • Display6.86" IPS 1280x480
  • Keyboard65% Compact + Game Controls
  • Input3-Button Trackball
  • Printer58mm Thermal (200 DPI)
  • ConnectivityWiFi 5, BT 5.0
  • Ports3x USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, 3.5mm
  • Battery2x 18650 Cells
  • StyleTRS-80 Inspired Design

ClockworkPi Core Modules

Native ClockworkPi Modules

ModuleCPUGPURAMPrice
A-06 Best 2x Cortex-A72 @ 1.8GHz + 4x Cortex-A53 @ 1.4GHz Mali-T864 4GB LPDDR4 $129 (module) / $209 (kit)
A-04 4x Cortex-A53 @ 1.8GHz Mali-T720 4GB DDR3 ~$179 (kit)
R-01 RISC-V 1x RV64IMAFDCVU @ 1GHz None 1GB DDR3 $139 (kit)

Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4)

CM4 Specifications

Processor
BCM2711
CPU Cores
4x Cortex-A72
Clock Speed
1.5 GHz
GPU
VideoCore VI
RAM Options
1/2/4/8 GB
eMMC Options
0/8/16/32 GB
USB
USB 2.0
PCIe
Gen 2

CM4 Pricing (32 Variants)

Prices shown are 2025 MSRP (after May 2025 price adjustments)

ModelRAMeMMCWirelessPrice
CM40010001GBLite No eMMCNo$25
CM40010081GB8GBNo$30
CM40010161GB16GBNo$35
CM40010321GB32GBNo$40
CM41010001GBLiteWiFi/BT$30
CM41010081GB8GBWiFi/BT$35
CM41010161GB16GBWiFi/BT$40
CM41010321GB32GBWiFi/BT$45
CM40020002GBLiteNo$35
CM40020082GB8GBNo$40
CM40020162GB16GBNo$45
CM40020322GB32GBNo$50
CM41020002GBLiteWiFi/BT$40
CM41020082GB8GBWiFi/BT$45
CM41020162GB16GBWiFi/BT$50
CM41020322GB32GBWiFi/BT$55
CM40040004GBLiteNo$45
CM40040084GB8GBNo$50
CM40040164GB16GBNo$55
CM40040324GB32GBNo$60
CM41040004GBLiteWiFi/BT$50
CM41040084GB8GBWiFi/BT$55
CM41040164GB16GBWiFi/BT$60
CM41040324GB32GBWiFi/BT$65
CM40080008GBLiteNo$70
CM40080088GB8GBNo$75
CM40080168GB16GBNo$80
CM40080328GB32GBNo$85
CM41080008GBLiteWiFi/BT$75
CM41080088GB8GBWiFi/BT$80
CM41080168GB16GBWiFi/BT$85
CM4108032 Popular8GB32GBWiFi/BT$90

Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)

CM5 Specifications

Processor
BCM2712
CPU Cores
4x Cortex-A76
Clock Speed
2.4 GHz
GPU
VideoCore VII
RAM Options
2/4/8/16 GB
eMMC Options
0/16/32/64 GB
USB
USB 3.0
PCIe
Gen 3

CM5 Pricing (32 Variants)

Prices as of 2025 (subject to LPDDR4X memory supply fluctuations)

ModelRAMeMMCWirelessPrice
CM50020002GBLite No eMMCNo$45
CM50020162GB16GBNo$50
CM50020322GB32GBNo$55
CM50020642GB64GBNo$60
CM51020002GBLiteWiFi/BT$50
CM51020162GB16GBWiFi/BT$55
CM51020322GB32GBWiFi/BT$60
CM51020642GB64GBWiFi/BT$65
CM50040004GBLiteNo$55
CM50040164GB16GBNo$60
CM50040324GB32GBNo$65
CM50040644GB64GBNo$70
CM51040004GBLiteWiFi/BT$60
CM51040164GB16GBWiFi/BT$65
CM51040324GB32GBWiFi/BT$70
CM51040644GB64GBWiFi/BT$75
CM50080008GBLiteNo$75
CM50080168GB16GBNo$80
CM50080328GB32GBNo$85
CM50080648GB64GBNo$90
CM51080008GBLiteWiFi/BT$80
CM51080168GB16GBWiFi/BT$85
CM51080328GB32GBWiFi/BT$90
CM5108064 Best Value8GB64GBWiFi/BT$95
CM5016000 New 202516GBLiteNo$105
CM501601616GB16GBNo$110
CM501603216GB32GBNo$115
CM501606416GB64GBNo$120
CM511600016GBLiteWiFi/BT$110
CM511601616GB16GBWiFi/BT$115
CM511603216GB32GBWiFi/BT$120
CM5116064 Max Spec16GB64GBWiFi/BT$135

CM4-Compatible Alternatives

Third-party compute modules using CM4 form factor - community support only, not officially tested by ClockworkPi

Third-Party Compute Modules

ModuleSoCCPURAMSpecial FeaturesPrice Range
Radxa CM3RK35664x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz1-8GB LPDDR40.8 TOPS NPU, Mali-G52$25-90
Radxa CM5 PowerfulRK3588S4x A76 @ 2.4GHz + 4x A55 @ 1.8GHz4-16GB LPDDR4X6 TOPS NPU, Mali-G610$69-129
Pine64 SOQuartzRK35664x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz2-8GB LPDDR40.8 TOPS NPU, Mali-G52$35-75
Banana Pi BPI-CM4Amlogic A311D4x A73 @ 2.2GHz + 2x A53 @ 1.8GHz4GB LPDDR45 TOPS NPU~$95
Banana Pi BPI-CM5 Pro Best NPURK35764x A72 @ 2.2GHz + 4x A53 @ 1.8GHz4-16GB LPDDR56 TOPS NPU, Mali-G52 MC3$55-95

Compatibility Warnings

  • NOT officially supported: These modules are NOT tested or supported by ClockworkPi - use at your own risk
  • Driver issues: Display, audio, and GPIO may not work correctly without community-developed drivers
  • Pin compatibility: While physically compatible with CM4 connectors, some pin functions may differ
  • Power requirements: Some modules (especially Radxa CM5) may exceed uConsole power delivery capabilities
  • Community OS: Requires custom OS images - no official ClockworkOS support
  • Radxa CM5 (RK3588S): Most powerful option with 8-core CPU and strong NPU, but may have heat/power issues
  • Best budget option: Radxa CM3 or SOQuartz offer good value with decent RK3566 performance

CM4 vs CM5 Comparison

CM4
  • Broadcom BCM2711 SoC
  • 4x Cortex-A72 @ 1.5 GHz
  • VideoCore VI GPU (12 GFLOPS)
  • LPDDR4 RAM (1-8GB)
  • USB 2.0
  • PCIe Gen 2
  • eMMC up to 100 MB/s
  • Lower power consumption
  • Better battery life
  • Full audio driver support
  • Price: $25 - $90
CM5
  • Broadcom BCM2712 SoC
  • 4x Cortex-A76 @ 2.4 GHz
  • VideoCore VII GPU (31 GFLOPS)
  • LPDDR4X RAM (2-16GB)
  • USB 3.0
  • PCIe Gen 3
  • eMMC up to 200 MB/s
  • Higher power draw
  • Reduced battery life
  • Audio drivers pending*
  • Price: $45 - $135

Important Notes for ClockworkPi Users

  • CM5 Compatibility: Works in uConsole/DevTerm but requires community OS image (not officially supported by ClockworkPi)
  • Audio on CM5: Sound drivers not yet available from Raspberry Pi Foundation - audio may not work
  • Power & Heat: CM5 draws more power and runs hotter - expect reduced battery life and consider cooling
  • Form Factor: CM5 uses same 100-pin connectors as CM4 - physically compatible
  • Best for ClockworkPi: CM4 Lite 4GB with WiFi is recommended for balanced performance and battery life
  • 2025 Pricing: DDR4 supply issues have caused $5-10 price increases across CM4/CM5 lineup
  • Production: CM5 guaranteed in production until January 2036

Accessories

AccessoryDescriptionPrice
CM4/CM5 IO BoardDevelopment/testing carrier board$20
CM5 IO CaseEnclosure for IO Board$15
CM5 CoolerActive cooling solution$5
ClockworkPi 4G ModuleLTE CAT4 cellular connectivity$50
ClockworkPi A-06 CoreStandalone module upgrade$129