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Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W — RP2350 + WiFi + Bluetooth (MicroPython / C/C++)
The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W is the wireless upgrade to the Pico 2 family—built around the RP2350 microcontroller and designed for fast IoT prototyping. You get a compact 40-pin DIP-style board, 2.4GHz WiFi (802.11n) + Bluetooth 5.2, and the classic “drag-and-drop” UF2 programming workflow over USB.
RP2350
WiFi 2.4GHz (802.11n)
Bluetooth 5.2
150MHz
520KB SRAM
4MB Flash
26 GPIO (3 ADC)
Micro USB
- Wireless built-in: single-band 2.4GHz WiFi + Bluetooth 5.2 (LE Central/Peripheral + Classic)
- Big performance jump: RP2350 with cores clocked up to 150MHz and 520KB SRAM
- Beginner-friendly: program via USB (UF2 drag-and-drop), or use MicroPython / C/C++ SDK
- Maker-ready form factor: 21mm × 51mm, 0.1" pins + castellations (DIP or surface-mount style use)
Wireless is handled by an on-board Infineon CYW43439 interface connected via SPI to the RP2350.
Why/Benefits
Built for IoT projects
- WiFi + Bluetooth on-board for sensors, dashboards, and wireless control
- Great for battery-powered builds thanks to flexible power options
- USB device/host capable for advanced projects
Flexible power architecture
- On-board buck-boost SMPS generates 3.3V from ~1.8V to 5.5V input (VSYS range)
- Power from micro USB, external supply, or battery sources (e.g., single Li-ion cell)
What you can build
- WiFi sensor node (temp/humidity, air quality, soil moisture, etc.)
- Bluetooth remote / controller (BLE gadget, beacon, phone-connected projects)
- Home automation triggers (relay control, smart lights, alarms)
- Wireless data logger (push to MQTT / HTTP, local web UI)
- Robotics brain (motor drivers + encoders + wireless control)
Technical specifications
| MCU | Raspberry Pi RP2350 (Pico 2 W series) |
|---|---|
| CPU | Dual Cortex-M33 or RISC-V Hazard3 cores, up to 150MHz |
| Memory | 520KB on-chip SRAM |
| Flash | 4MB on-board flash |
| Wireless | 2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi + Bluetooth 5.2 (on-board antenna) |
| GPIO | 26 multi-function 3.3V GPIO (23 digital-only, 3 ADC-capable) |
| USB | Micro USB B for power + data + reprogramming (UF2 mass storage) |
| Form factor | 21mm × 51mm DIP-style board (40-pin, 0.1" pitch) + castellations |
| Power input | VSYS input range ~1.8V to 5.5V (on-board buck-boost SMPS to 3.3V) |
Pinout & power notes
- Logic level: Pico 2 W I/O voltage is fixed at 3.3V (use a level shifter for 5V signals).
- Powering: use micro USB for simplest setup; or power via VSYS (~1.8–5.5V) for battery/external supply projects.
- Debugging: includes a 3-pin SWD port for advanced debugging/programming.
- Wireless note: keep metal/plastic away from the antenna area for best RF performance.
What’s in the box
- 1× Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W development board
FAQ
-
Is this compatible with Pico / Pico W projects?
The Pico 2 family is designed to retain broad software and hardware compatibility with earlier Pico boards, while adding performance and new features. -
How do I upload code?
Plug in over micro USB and use the UF2 drag-and-drop method, or program using MicroPython and the Pico SDK (C/C++). -
Does it have both WiFi and Bluetooth?
Yes—2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi and Bluetooth 5.2 are built in. -
Can I power it from a battery?
Yes—VSYS supports a wide input range (~1.8V to 5.5V) and the on-board buck-boost SMPS generates 3.3V for the board.
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