This video compares Arduino and Raspberry Pi, two popular microcontroller boards used in various projects. The comparison covers parameters such as control unit, architecture, specifications, operating system, licensing, and applications. Arduino is an open-source electronics platform that uses simple hardware and software to make it easy to use, while Raspberry Pi is a small, low-cost computer that can do everything a desktop PC does. The video also looks at the different types of boards available in both platforms and discusses which one is better suited for specific projects. Ultimately, the choice between Arduino and Raspberry Pi depends on the requirements of your project and your budget.
Introduction
The video compares Arduino and Raspberry Pi, two popular electronic platforms used for various projects. The host introduces the agenda for the video, which includes understanding what Arduino and Raspberry Pi are, comparing their features, and determining which one is better.
Key Facts
- Arduino: An open-source electronics platform that reads inputs from sensors and generates output based on those inputs.
- Raspberry Pi: A small, low-cost computer that can do everything a desktop computer does, including accessing the internet.
- Control Unit: Arduino uses an Atmega microcontroller chip, while Raspberry Pi uses a Broadcom chip with an ARM processor.
- Architecture: Arduino uses the Harvard architecture, which separates program code and data memory, while Raspberry Pi uses a single-core ARM v6 processor.
- Operating System: Arduino has firmware, but no operating system, while Raspberry Pi has its own operating system, Raspbian, based on Linux.
- Licensing: Arduino is open-source, while Raspberry Pi’s hardware and software are proprietary, with some aspects being open-source.
- Specifications:
- Arduino Uno R3: 2KB RAM, 16 MHz clock speed
- Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+: 1GB RAM, 1.4 GHz clock speed
- Applications: Arduino is used in projects such as traffic light countdown timers and home automation, while Raspberry Pi is used in desktop PCs, game servers, and robot controllers.
- Types of Boards: Both platforms have various types of boards, including Arduino Uno, LilyPad, and Raspberry Pi 1 Model B.
Conclusion
The video concludes that the best option between Arduino and Raspberry Pi depends on the project’s requirements and budget. Arduino is ideal for automating repetitive operations, while Raspberry Pi is suited for complex activities requiring internet access and advanced functionality.
