ZOTAC Released Industrial Computer With Compute Module 5
The new ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO brings Raspberry Pi architecture into a fanless, industrial-grade chassis for edge applications.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Computers
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ZOTAC has released the ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO, an industrial computer built on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 architecture. The fanless, aluminum-enclosed system is designed for edge computing and industrial automation workflows.
Why it matters
This release marks the migration of the Raspberry Pi ecosystem into ruggedized, professional-grade hardware. It provides industrial users with a familiar, high-performance Arm-based environment for edge tasks without requiring active cooling.
The device features a Broadcom BCM2712 processor with an 800MHz VideoCore VII GPU, supporting dual 4K HDMI 2.1 outputs at 60Hz. It includes modular RAM options ranging from 2GB to 16GB of LPDDR4X and integrated eMMC storage up to 64GB.
The players
ZOTAC
A hardware manufacturer specializing in miniaturized and industrial-grade computing solutions, including workstations and high-performance graphics hardware.
The details
The ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO uses a fanless aluminum chassis to dissipate heat through passive conduction, eliminating the need for mechanical cooling components that can fail in dusty or vibration-prone environments. It provides expansion through a 40-pin GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output — a set of pins for digital signals to interface with sensors) header and two DSI/CSI-2 connectors for peripheral integration.
Timeline
The ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO was showcased at ISE 2026 in February 2026.
The Tech Race
The ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO integrates the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 to bridge the gap between hobbyist boards and rugged industrial hardware. This marks a clear push to standardize popular Arm-based development ecosystems within professional and industrial control environments.
The system supports diverse operating systems including Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi OS, and Home Assistant OS, making it immediately compatible with most existing Arm software workflows. Industrial users gain a durable platform for 4K-capable displays and PTP-synced Gigabit Ethernet networking.
The takeaway
ZOTAC is positioning this unit as a drop-in replacement for industrial controllers that require both high performance and fanless reliability. Monitor manufacturer updates for official pricing and global distribution timelines expected later this year.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by LinuxGizmos.
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