Which Raspberry Pi Model Should I Choose?

In this article, I will try to help you choose between RPI 3 and RPI 4, and also if you are among those who choose RPI 4, I will try to explain which version with 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB RAM you should select, or more precisely, for what purposes you can use these models. Happy reading...

As of 2020, Raspberry Pi 3 models have now been replaced by Raspberry Pi 4 models and it is a version that I think will gradually be phased out of use.

You can use Raspberry Pi 3 models for simple tasks such as Web Servers or Mail Servers where you will not be using a display.

The price will be more affordable compared to the Pi 4, and it also has a few more accessories compared to the RPI4.

A board that you can use when more intense RAM usage is required and that offers you quite a lot of variety of use compared to the 3 model.

A board that you can use in areas such as Web Server, Media Server, or file sharing at home over SSH without installing a user interface.

At the same time, it is a board you can use to make and manage smart home devices.

A version that you can use a bit more like a computer. In addition to simple Web Server, Media Server, FTP Server usage, it is a board that also makes interface usage easier, allowing you to surf the internet and watch videos up to 1080P quality with ease.

If you have ideas such as turning it into a smart TV, you can use this board.

You can also use it as a retro gaming device.

Yes, this board is truly a powerful one. In addition to being used as a Web Server, Simple Game Server, FTP Server, or Media Server, you can also use it as a computer. You can see this device as a mini computer that you can carry with you all the time.

You can give your presentations with slides you have prepared on this device, and by installing versions like RetroPie, you can play old games as you wish.

You can easily watch videos and movies up to 4K smoothly, without any lag, and surf the Internet without any problems.

If your ideas do not require high performance and you want it to be low cost, you can use RPI 3 models. If you need high performance and do not emphasize low cost, you can choose among the RPI 4 models.

With better performance compared to the RPI 3 model, the RPI 4 2GB version will comfortably handle your tasks without a user interface.

If you want a little higher performance and think watching movies is fine even if the resolution is not too high, the RPI 4 4GB version will be enough for you, but if you are considering using it truly like a computer, I recommend you to buy the currently best version, the 8GB model.

By the way, while there is no overheating problem in RPI 3 models, with the performance that comes with RPI 4 models, a noticeable overheating problem also appears. Especially if you are considering using one of the 4 GB or 8 GB models, do not forget to buy a cooling fan when getting your board.

If you are considering overclocking for even higher performance, definitely use a cooler.