The Raspberry Pi Foundation is a UK-based charity with the mission to enable young people to realize their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies². The Foundation develops and supports the Raspberry Pi single-board computers, which are low-cost, versatile, and community-driven devices that can be used for various projects and applications, from robotics to gaming². However, using Raspberry Pi boards also comes with some challenges, such as supply chain issues that affect their availability and reliability, and design limitations that prevent them from running 24/7¹²³. In this post, we will explore an alternative solution for industrial or enterprise customers who need reliable and durable devices that can run 24/7 such as Geniatech’ s XPI product line.
The global supply chain crisis has impacted many industries and products, including Raspberry Pi boards. Due to persistent shortages of the semiconductor devices that are used to build Raspberry Pi boards, the Foundation has faced difficulties in meeting the demand and ensuring the quality of its products². This has resulted in long lead times, limited availability, and higher prices for Raspberry Pi boards in the market¹². Moreover, Raspberry Pi boards are not designed for 24/7 operation and have a limited lifespan. They can suffer from memory allocation failures, overheating issues, or SD card corruption if they are run continuously without proper cooling or power management³. This can limit their use for industrial or enterprise purposes that require high performance and reliability.
The solution: Geniatech's XPI product line is a substitute for Raspberry Pi boards that can replace the Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi 4B without any software modifications. The XPI products are compatible with the Raspberry Pi form factor, GPIO pins, camera interface, display interface, and operating system. They also offer more features, specifications, and advantages than the Raspberry Pi boards, such as more power, better lead time, and longevity commitment. The XPI products are designed for industrial or enterprise applications that require 24/7 operation and high reliability. They have a robust metal case that provides better cooling and protection, a built-in eMMC storage that is more durable than SD cards, and a wide range of input voltage that allows for more flexibility in power supply. For more information about the XPI product line, please visit https://www.geniatech.com/product/raspberry-pi-form-factor/
The table below compares the pros and cons of using Geniatech XPI line vs. Raspberry Pi boards.
| Feature | Geniatech XPI | Raspberry Pi |
| Performance | Higher CPU speed, RAM size, and storage capacity | Lower CPU speed, RAM size, and storage capacity |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Raspberry Pi form factor, GPIO pins, camera interface, display interface, and operating system | Compatible with Raspberry Pi form factor, GPIO pins, camera interface, display interface, and operating system |
| Cost | Higher price per unit | Lower price per unit |
| Availability | Better lead time and stock availability | Longer lead time and limited stock availability |
| Support | Less community support and resources | More community support and resources |
| Reliability | Designed for 24/7 operation and high reliability | Not designed for 24/7 operation and limited reliability |
As you can see from the table, both products have their strengths and weaknesses. Depending on your needs and preferences, you might choose one product over the other. For example, if you are looking for a low-cost device for hobby projects or prototyping, you might prefer a Raspberry Pi board. However, if you are looking for a reliable device for industrial or enterprise applications that require 24/7 operation and high performance, you might prefer a Geniatech XPI product.
In conclusion, we have discussed the challenges of using Raspberry Pi boards for industrial or enterprise purposes, such as supply chain issues and design limitations. We have also introduced Geniatech's XPI product line as an alternative solution that can replace the Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi 4B without any software modifications. We have compared the pros and cons of using Geniatech XPI line vs. Raspberry Pi boards in terms of performance, compatibility, cost, availability, and support. We have shown that Geniatech XPI products are a better choice for industrial or enterprise customers who need reliable and durable devices that can run 24/7. If you are interested in learning more about Geniatech XPI products or placing an order, please contact To-Team at [email protected]
Source:
(1) Raspberry Pi Foundation – About us. https://www.raspberrypi.org/about/
(2) Raspberry Pi Foundation - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raspberry_Pi_Foundation
(3) Raspberry Pi - About us. https://www.raspberrypi.com/about/
(4) Strategy - Raspberry Pi. https://static.raspberrypi.org/files/about/RaspberryPiFoundationStrategy2025.pdf