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Waveshare CM5104000 Package A(4GB RAM, 0GB EMMC Flash, with Wire-Less), RPi CM5 Compute Module 5, Delivers The Power of Raspberry Pi 5 in A Compact Form Factor
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Waveshare CM5104000 Package A

Bottom line: The Waveshare CM5104000 Package A is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the single-board computers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Onboard Gigabit Ethernet PHY supporting IEEE1588, suitable for network applications
  • ✓ Backed by waveshare's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

About this item Upgraded processor BCM2712, quad-core Cortex-A76 64-bit SoC, more powerful performance. 4GB RAM, 0GB EMMC Flash (Lite), with WIRE-LESS Dual-Band W-F And BT5.0 BLE Radio Module, supports either PCB trace antenna or external antenna, more suitable for industrial applications Faster eMMC Flash storage, up to 200 Mbps data rate. Adopts B to B connectors, most compatible with Compute Module 4 Onboard Gigabit Ethernet PHY supporting IEEE1588, suitable for network applications Onboard PCIe Gen 2 x1 interface, allows connecting more useful modules › See more product details

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Waveshare CM5104000 Package A using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the single-board computers category. waveshare's single-board computers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for single-board computers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Upgraded processor BCM2712, quad-core Cortex-A76 64-bit SoC, more powerful performance. 4GB RAM, 0GB EMMC Flash (Lite), with WIRE-LESS
  • Dual-Band W-F And BT5.0 BLE Radio Module, supports either PCB trace antenna or external antenna, more suitable for industrial applications
  • Faster eMMC Flash storage, up to 200 Mbps data rate. Adopts B to B connectors, most compatible with Compute Module 4
  • Onboard Gigabit Ethernet PHY supporting IEEE1588, suitable for network applications
  • Onboard PCIe Gen 2 x1 interface, allows connecting more useful modules

Full Specifications

ASINB0DV395M66
Brandwaveshare
Model NameCM5104000 Package A
ManufacturerWaveshare
Model NumberCM5104000 Package A
Mfr Part NumberCM5104000 Package A
Processor BrandBroadcom
Compatible DevicesPCIe devices, Bluetooth devices, Ethernet devices
RAM Memory Installed4 GB
RAM Memory TechnologyLPDDR4
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Ram Memory Installed Size4 GB
Full listing titleWaveshare CM5104000 Package A(4GB RAM, 0GB EMMC Flash, with Wire-Less), RPi CM5 Compute Module 5, Delivers The Power of Raspberry Pi 5 in A Compact Form Factor

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