🎮 Retro Console Shopping List

Raspberry Pi 5 4GB build — everything you need to buy

🖥️ Core Hardware

$110
Buy from PiShop.us →

⚠️ The fan is important — the Pi 5 runs hot during emulation.

$11.95
USB-C PD Power Supply →

⚠️ Don't use a weak phone charger — it causes instability.

$10–$20
Official 32GB microSD →

32GB is enough for RetroPie. 64GB/128GB SanDisk or Samsung also fine for larger libraries.

⚠️ Pi 5 uses micro-HDMI, not regular HDMI.

🎮 Controller

$20–$50

Recommended: 8BitDo Ultimate 2C

Good alternatives:

🧰 Extras

$10–$15

For transferring ROMs and BIOS files to the Pi. A USB 3.0 flash drive is fast and convenient.

$10–$15

Needed for initial setup, Wi-Fi configuration, and troubleshooting.

$5–$10

Needed if your computer doesn't have a built-in microSD slot.

Estimated Total

$180 – $235

Before tax & shipping

Download RetroPie from retropie.org.uk →

⚠️ Use only ROMs and BIOS files you legally own or are legally permitted to use.