In late August, we learned that the new Raspberry Pi 5 gives users the opportunity to build a small computer at a scandalously low price. For years, these types of devices have gained popularity among those with advanced knowledge, as they allow them to carry out all kinds of mischief. And, if not, just ask the user who managed to connect a graphics card to their Raspberry Pi to enjoy retro games at 4K.
Following that feat, the portal PC Gamer points out in a recent post the details related to the company’s new official update. As indicated in the original news, the Raspberry Pi 5 now supports official PCIe SSDs, as the company released official kits that make the installation of fast storage easier. Thus, the launch of M.2 HAT+ allows connecting an SSD to the Raspberry Pi 5, which has a PCIe connector instead of M.2, via a cable. Thanks to this, it significantly expands both storage and performance options.
What can a Raspberry Pi 5 do with a connected SSD?
Firstly, this update allows using the Raspberry Pi 5 as a basic gaming PC, as its performance is notably superior to that of the Raspberry Pi 4. Additionally, although the new version of Raspberry Pi only officially supports PCIe 2.0, PCIe 3.0 can be enabled by editing its configuration file, a situation that considerably improves transfer speeds with the SSD.
Regarding the price, the company confirmed that it offers SSD + HAT kits in exchange for 40 euros (for a 256 GB SSD) or 55 euros (if opting for the 512 GB one). Thus, using an SSD over a MicroSD card not only guarantees higher speed but also more stability, two crucial aspects to enhance the gaming experience of Raspberry Pi 5. In this way, creators continue to work on making this device attractive for enjoying not only games with low demands but also in the future with slightly more ambitious titles.
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