The MSRP has gone up, though - the 1GB Pi 4 was introduced at $35. The cheapest Pi 5 is $50 (albeit with 2x the RAM).
Secondarily, mini-PCs are much more readily available at better prices now, which makes the Pi look more expensive in comparison.
Secondarily, mini-PCs are much more readily available at better prices now, which makes the Pi look more expensive in comparison.
- multiple cores
- all sorts of IP on the silicon
- usb 3
- gigabit Ethernet
- wifi
- Bluetooth
- camera connector
- dsi
- hell, even a power button
… etc etc. They’re not comparable.
Besides, GP was pointing out that it feels like the price has gone up. I was pointing out that one reason it feels that way is because it has. No-one is arguing you don't get something for that money.