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Raspberry Pi says the 2GB Raspberry Pi 4 will rise from $55 to $67.50 on October 1, 2026, citing higher memory costs. That makes the model 50% more expensive than its $45 launch price in 2019; the 1GB Pi 4 and Pi 5 prices are unchanged.
Raspberry Pi will raise the price of its 2GB Raspberry Pi 4 by $12.50, from $55 to $67.50, starting October 1, 2026, citing continued increases in memory costs. At the new price, the board will cost 50% more than its $45 launch price in 2019, another rise for buyers using the small computer in projects, home servers and learning.
The increase also applies to the 2GB Raspberry Pi 5, which will go from $65 to $77.50. The company’s price table lists the corresponding UK prices as £64.80 for the Pi 4 and £74.40 for the Pi 5. Both changes take effect October 1.
Raspberry Pi says it had previously managed to keep prices steady on some lower-memory products, but that is no longer sustainable under current industry conditions. The company wrote that memory prices have risen steeply over the past two years and are continuing to increase, forcing it to raise prices on products to meet production costs.
Not every model is affected in this announcement. The 1GB Raspberry Pi 4 and Pi 5 remain at their current prices, as do the 2GB Compute Module 4 and Compute Module 5 for now. The company has also pointed buyers toward choosing a board sized for their needs and purchasing from approved resellers, which it says can help keep costs down.
Higher Costs for Entry-Level Projects
The increase changes the cost calculation for people choosing a low-memory Raspberry Pi for a project where price matters as much as performance. A Pi 4 that launched at $45 will cost $67.50 after the change, while the 2GB Pi 5 will reach $77.50. Buyers may need to reassess whether they need the added memory, whether a different model will do, or whether an existing board can meet the task.
The price movement also shows how component costs can affect products designed to be relatively accessible. Raspberry Pi’s smaller boards are used by hobbyists, educators and developers, and a higher board price can increase the expense of building or replacing devices. The specific effect will vary by project; the source material does not provide sales figures or estimates of how many buyers will be affected.
For those who can work with less memory or older hardware, the company’s advice points to possible alternatives rather than a promise that another model will suit every use. It says a Raspberry Pi 3 may be enough for some tasks. That guidance makes the requirements of each project a practical factor in deciding what to buy.
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The Pi 4 Price Since 2019
The 2GB Pi 4 launched at $45 in 2019, according to OMG! Ubuntu’s report. Its price later fell to $35, then returned to $45 in 2021. In February 2026, it increased by $10 to $55. The newly announced $67.50 price is $22.50 above the launch price, a rise of 50% when calculated against that original $45 figure.
This is part of a broader run of Raspberry Pi price changes in recent years, which the company attributes to component economics. As lower-memory options were previously kept at their existing prices, the company introduced a 3GB Pi 4 variant and a 1GB Pi 5 as lower-cost choices. The current announcement leaves the 1GB models untouched, while raising prices on the 2GB Pi 4 and Pi 5.
Memory costs are affecting other hardware makers as well. OMG! Ubuntu reports that Pine64 has stopped production of its Linux hardware range because of memory and storage costs. That is a separate company decision, and the supplied information does not establish the details of Pine64’s plans or how they compare with Raspberry Pi’s price changes.
“Memory has risen very steeply over the past two years and continues to increase.”
— Raspberry Pi, in a company blog post
How Long Prices Will Stay High
The company has not said when memory costs might ease or when it could reduce prices. Its expectation that costs will eventually subside is not a schedule or a guarantee that any particular model will return to an earlier price.
The announcement also does not specify how long the new prices will remain in effect, whether further changes are planned, or whether reseller prices will match the listed figures immediately on October 1. The stated prices and effective date are confirmed in the supplied report; the impact on availability and actual purchase prices is not detailed.
Raspberry Pi says the 2GB Compute Module 4 and 5 are unchanged “for now,” leaving open whether their prices could change later. No future adjustment is announced for those modules, so any such change remains uncertain.
New Prices Begin October 1
The announced price changes are due to take effect on October 1, 2026. Buyers considering a 2GB Pi 4 or Pi 5 before then can check approved resellers for current listings; Raspberry Pi recommends those sellers as a way to find the lowest price. Prices and stock may vary by retailer, and the report does not provide a reseller-by-reseller schedule.
For project planners, the immediate next step is to compare the memory requirements of the intended use with the available 1GB models or older boards. Raspberry Pi has specifically suggested that a Pi 3 can suffice for some tasks, but suitability depends on the application. The company has not announced a date for any later price review or a return to previous prices.
Key Questions
How much will the 2GB Raspberry Pi 4 cost?
From October 1, 2026, Raspberry Pi lists the 2GB Pi 4 at $67.50, up from $55. The report gives the new UK price as £64.80.
How is the new price 50% above launch?
The Pi 4 2GB launched at $45 in 2019. The new $67.50 price is $22.50 higher; $22.50 divided by $45 equals 50%.
Is the 2GB Raspberry Pi 5 also getting more expensive?
Yes. Its price is set to rise from $65 to $77.50 on October 1, 2026. The reported new UK price is £74.40.
Which Raspberry Pi models are not affected in this announcement?
The 1GB Raspberry Pi 4 and 1GB Raspberry Pi 5 are unchanged. Raspberry Pi also says the 2GB Compute Module 4 and 5 are unchanged for now.
Why are Raspberry Pi prices rising?
Raspberry Pi attributes the increases to higher memory costs, saying memory prices have risen steeply over the past two years and continue to increase. It has not provided a date for when prices may fall again.
Source: fediverse
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