Raspberry Pi Price Hikes Due to Global RAM Shortage

The global semiconductor shortage has taken a toll on Raspberry Pi, with prices for its miniature computers rising as it faces increased demand from makers and hobbyists worldwide. In response to the crisis, the company is revising prices across its product lineup, with some models seeing price increases as high as $150. CEO Eben Upton assured customers that the temporary pricing adjustments would be reversed once the industry recovers. The Raspberry Pi 4’s 16GB model, which was previously priced at $120, will now cost $220, a rise of nearly $100. Other affected models include the Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi Zero, with price hikes ranging from $11 to over $150. Upton emphasized that these changes are necessary due to supply chain constraints, but pledged that they would be lifted once demand returns to normal. The global shortage of RAM chips has had a ripple effect throughout the electronics industry, causing manufacturers to scramble for alternative suppliers and raise prices across various product categories. As the crisis slowly begins to subside, Raspberry Pi is taking steps to maintain its competitive edge while also ensuring affordability for its loyal customer base.