Raspberry Pi Pico W (Wireless RP2040 Microcontroller)

Official RP2040 dual-core microcontroller board with onboard 2.4GHz WiFi, programmable in MicroPython/C for IoT and hotspot applications.

₹650 + 18% GST

SKU: BOTBIT-IOT-04 · Best for: WiFi IoT sensor nodes and cloud-connected data loggers

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Overview

About Raspberry Pi Pico W (Wireless RP2040 Microcontroller).

The Raspberry Pi Pico W is the official wireless version of the Pico, built on Raspberry Pi's own RP2040 dual-core microcontroller and adding an Infineon CYW43439 chip for 2.4GHz WiFi. It brings the trusted Raspberry Pi ecosystem and documentation to the low-cost microcontroller space at around Rs 650.

What makes it stand out is the combination of an excellent, well-documented C/C++ SDK and first-class MicroPython support, plus the RP2040's unique Programmable IO (PIO) blocks that let you build custom hardware interfaces in software. The dual Cortex-M0+ cores and 264KB of SRAM give it plenty of room for IoT logic, and the onboard WiFi makes it a genuine web server or client.

For Indian learners and makers who value clear documentation and a stable platform, the Pico W is a great alternative to ESP boards — especially for MicroPython teaching, since Raspberry Pi provides polished getting-started material and the board just works.

Key features

Why it stands out.

Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ RP2040 running up to 133MHz

Onboard Infineon CYW43439 for 2.4GHz 802.11 b/g/n WiFi

Programmable in MicroPython and C/C++ with an outstanding official SDK

8 Programmable IO (PIO) state machines for custom hardware protocols

264KB SRAM and 2MB onboard QSPI flash

26 multifunction GPIO pins including 3 analog inputs and a temperature sensor

Specifications

Selection facts.

MCU	RP2040, dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+, up to 133MHz
Wireless	Infineon CYW43439, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz (BT 5.2 hardware, not enabled at launch)
SRAM	264KB on-chip
Flash	2MB QSPI flash
GPIO	26 multifunction GPIO pins (3.3V logic)
ADC	3x 12-bit ADC (plus internal temperature sensor)
Interfaces	2x UART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C, 16x PWM channels
Special	8x PIO state machines for custom I/O
USB	Micro-USB 1.1 (device and host support)
Input voltage	1.8-5.5V via VSYS; 5V via USB

Applications

Where it is used.

WiFi IoT sensor nodes and cloud-connected data loggers
MicroPython teaching and classroom electronics projects
Local web servers, REST endpoints and MQTT clients
Custom digital interfaces (LED strips, VGA, DPI) using PIO
Home automation and remote monitoring gadgets
Robotics controllers needing precise, deterministic I/O timing

Buying guide

How to choose.

Pick the Pico W if you want official Raspberry Pi quality, superb documentation and clean MicroPython/C tooling, plus WiFi. It is an excellent teaching board and a solid choice for makers who prefer the RP2040's PIO feature for driving unusual hardware.

Note the board ships without headers (the 'Pico WH' variant comes with headers pre-soldered) — decide whether you want to solder your own or pay a little more for pre-soldered pins. The USB is micro-USB, and programming is drag-and-drop (UF2) or via the SDK/Thonny for MicroPython.

If you need Bluetooth or a bigger library ecosystem for WiFi apps, the ESP32 may serve you better. But for deterministic I/O, PIO tricks and a first-class learning experience, the Pico W is hard to beat. Pair it with a breadboard, headers and standard 3.3V sensors.

FAQ

Common questions.

Does the Pico W come with headers soldered?

The standard Pico W ships without headers. If you want pins pre-soldered, buy the 'Pico WH' variant. Otherwise you solder your own 2x20 male headers to use it on a breadboard.

How do I program it — MicroPython or C?

Both are fully supported. For MicroPython, drag the UF2 firmware onto the board (which appears as a USB drive when you hold BOOTSEL while plugging in) and use Thonny. For C/C++, use the official Pico SDK with CMake.

Does it have Bluetooth like the ESP32?

The CYW43439 chip includes Bluetooth 5.2 hardware, and later firmware/SDK updates have enabled BLE support. WiFi is the primary wireless feature and works out of the box; Bluetooth support arrived through SDK updates after launch.

Are the GPIO pins 5V tolerant?

No. The RP2040 GPIOs run at 3.3V and are not 5V tolerant. You can power the board from 5V via USB or VSYS, but connect only 3.3V-level signals to the GPIO pins, using a level shifter for 5V devices.

Is it available in India and what's in the box?

Yes, it is sold by all major Indian Raspberry Pi resellers. The box typically contains just the Pico W board (headers separate unless it's the WH). A micro-USB cable is usually not included.