This is the 5inch variant of the 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi in Raspberry Pi Displays. Available at ₹1,110.38 (₹941.00 + GST) with free shipping across India.
3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi
The 3.5-inch Raspberry Pi Touch Screen LCD Display Module is a custom-made accessory for the Raspberry Pi development boards.
The screen has a touch-enabled resolution of 320 x 480 pixels. It is compatible with the Raspbian OS and can be activated with a few lines of code.
Features
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Designed for Raspberry Pi Model B / B +
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An ideal alternative for HDMI monitor
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320 x 480 resolution
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DIY anywhere and anytime
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Supports Raspbian system allows the system to: videos (supports multi formats, mp4 and so on)
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Take photos (up to 17 camera modes)
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Support software keyboard (system interaction without a keyboard / mouse)
specification:
| LCD Type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Interface | SPI |
| Touch Screen Type | Resistive Screen |
| Touch Controller | XPT2046 |
| Colors | 65536 |
| Backlight | Yes, LED |
| Resolution (Pixel) | 320*480 |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 85 x 55 x 20 mm |
| Weight | 60 gm |
| Shipping Weight | 0.008 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 12 × 8 × 3 cm |
Package Includes
1 x 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi
1 x Stylus
Tutorial:
3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi Overview
The 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi is a compact 480×320-pixel touchscreen module that connects directly to the Pi’s GPIO header via SPI. Designed for Model B, B+, 2, 3 and 4 boards, it provides a DIY-friendly alternative to HDMI monitors with built-in touch support on Raspbian.
Key Features of 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi
- 3.5-inch TFT LCD with 480×320 resolution driven by the ILI9488 IC
- SPI interface via GPIO pins for simple plug-and-play on Raspberry Pi
- Resistive touch panel supports software keyboard and basic UI controls
- Compact 8.5 × 5.5 × 1.7 cm form factor weighing just 51.1 g
- Genuine Zbotic product ensures authenticity and quality
- Fast shipping across India from Zbotic for prompt delivery
Applications and Use Cases
- Portable media players and video playback on Raspbian
- DIY handheld gaming consoles using RetroPie or similar emulators
- Custom IoT control dashboards and home automation panels
- Live camera viewfinder and photo preview for Pi Camera modules
- Educational kits to teach GPIO interface and touchscreen programming
How to Use 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi
To install, simply align the module pins with the Raspberry Pi’s GPIO header and power on. Enable SPI in raspi-config, copy the provided ILI9488 driver files into /boot, update config.txt with the display parameters, and reboot. Once the system starts, the touchscreen and display will operate under Raspbian for video, touch input and software keyboard support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this display compatible with Raspberry Pi 4?
Yes. The 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display uses the standard 40-pin GPIO header and SPI interface, making it compatible with Raspberry Pi Model B, B+, 2, 3 and 4. Just enable SPI in raspi-config and install the driver.
How do I install the driver on Raspbian?
Download the ILI9488 driver package from Zbotic’s support page, copy the folder to /boot, add the provided dtoverlay line to /boot/config.txt, then reboot. The display and resistive touch should activate automatically.
Do I need to calibrate the resistive touchscreen?
Some applications may require calibration. You can use the xinput-calibrator tool on Raspbian to fine-tune touch accuracy. Once calibrated, the settings are saved in the X11 configuration files.
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Read More →Technical Specifications
| Brand | Raspberry Pi |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 3.5" |
| SKU | AI0757 |
| Weight | 0.0949 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry Pi is a versatile raspberry pi displays used across a wide range of applications including electronics projects, DIY builds, prototyping, and educational experiments.
Common use cases:
- Integrating into a custom electronics project
- Learning and experimenting with circuits
- Replacing or upgrading components in existing setups
This product is ideal for electronics enthusiasts, engineers, and students.
Technical Tip: Always verify voltage and current requirements before connecting to your circuit. Check datasheets for detailed specifications and pin configurations.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine Raspberry Pi product sourced from authorized channels
Tanmay Patil (verified owner) –
Perfect 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry for my machine learning project. Great performance for the size.
Gauri Dave (verified owner) –
Fantastic 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. My smart mirror project is running beautifully on this.
Jai Gupta (verified owner) –
Perfect 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry for my machine learning project. Great performance for the size.
Jayesh Kulkarni (verified owner) –
Amazing 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Set up Retro Pi and it works like a charm. Great purchase!
Aarav Batra (verified owner) –
Fantastic 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. My smart mirror project is running beautifully on this.
Arnav Dhawan (verified owner) –
Fantastic 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. My smart mirror project is running beautifully on this.
Sanya Bhandari (verified owner) –
Great 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Using it as a NAS server. Stable and reliable performance.
Arnav Hegde –
This 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry is perfect for my IoT gateway project. Handles everything smoothly.
Simran Krishnan (verified owner) –
Nice 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Works great for my project. Wish the case was included though.
Lokesh Ghosh (verified owner) –
This 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry is ideal for learning Linux and programming. Bought for my son, he loves it!
Sandhya Pandey –
Excellent 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry! Running my home server on this. Super reliable.
Rashmi Sen –
Great 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Using it as a NAS server. Stable and reliable performance.
Ishan Vyas (verified owner) –
Perfect 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry for my machine learning project. Great performance for the size.
Zara Pillai (verified owner) –
Excellent 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry! Running my home server on this. Super reliable.
Abhishek Bhatt (verified owner) –
Fantastic 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. My smart mirror project is running beautifully on this.
Anushka Dhawan (verified owner) –
This 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry is ideal for learning Linux and programming. Bought for my son, he loves it!
Aisha Mittal –
Decent 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Setting up was straightforward. Good for the price.
Swati Rathore (verified owner) –
Good 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Runs well but gets warm under load. Added a fan and it’s perfect now.
Naman Grewal (verified owner) –
Great 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Using it as a NAS server. Stable and reliable performance.
Gauri Mittal –
Perfect 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry for my machine learning project. Great performance for the size.
Rishabh Garg –
Good 3.5inch GPIO TFT Display for Raspberry. Runs well but gets warm under load. Added a fan and it’s perfect now.