Introducing the Raspberry Pi Pico 2

Raspberry Pi recently surprised everyone by announcing the Raspberry Pi Pico 2. Are you ready to discover the updates to the Raspberry Pi Pico, which has been a very successful microcontroller board? The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 has a few interesting upgrades indeed. This video breaks down everything you need to know about the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, from its enhanced processing power to its increased memory capacity.

The video highlights the key differences between the original Pico and the new Pico 2. The most notable upgrade? The Pico 2 now runs on the powerful RP2350 chip, featuring ARM Cortex-M33 and/or RISC-V Hazard 3 cores, providing you with flexibility depending on your project needs. With a clock speed boost to 150 MHz and double the flash memory at 4 MB, the Pico 2 is quite a bit faster and more efficient than before.


For those concerned about compatibility, the video shows you that the Pico 2 maintains full compatibility with the original board's hardware and software ecosystem. Plus, it introduces new features like enhanced Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) support, an upgraded USB controller, and improved power efficiency, making it a better ideal for battery-operated projects.

The video also dives into the security enhancements, such as ARM TrustZone, SHA-256 acceleration, and fast glitch detectors, making the Pico 2 more secure against potential threats. Whether you’re a seasoned Raspberry Pi Pico user or just starting, this video will tell you what you need to know about the Pico 2. Watch it below:

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