Waveshare PocketTerm35
Your Raspberry Pi, Anywhere.
Turn your Raspberry Pi into a true handheld Linux computer with the Waveshare PocketTerm35. Designed for developers, makers, and Linux enthusiasts, PocketTerm35 delivers a full desktop Linux experience in a compact, premium device you can take anywhere.
At its core is a 3.5‑inch high‑resolution IPS touchscreen (640 × 480) with full lamination and 5‑point capacitive touch, offering sharp visuals and smooth interaction for both terminal commands and graphical interfaces. Paired with a 67‑key QWERTY keyboard, PocketTerm35 makes real coding, scripting, and system control practical on the go.
Built for mobility, PocketTerm35 features an integrated UPS power system with support for a 5000mAh lithium battery, enabling charging while in use and seamless switching between external and battery power. Whether you’re debugging in the field, learning Linux, or managing IoT devices, your workflow stays uninterrupted.
A CNC‑machined aluminum front shell, integrated speaker, and onboard control MCU elevate PocketTerm35 beyond a simple accessory—this is a polished, portable workstation built for serious Raspberry Pi users.
Perfect for:
- Mobile Linux development & debugging
- Raspberry Pi education and DIY projects
- IoT control terminals
- Portable command‑line computing
- Retro gaming with RetroPie support
Technical‑Focused Description
Waveshare PocketTerm35 – Portable Linux Terminal
The Waveshare PocketTerm35 is a handheld Linux terminal designed for Raspberry Pi 4B and Raspberry Pi 5, integrating display, keyboard, power management, and audio into a compact enclosure for mobile development and embedded applications.
Display & Touch
- 3.5‑inch IPS LCD
- Resolution: 640 × 480
- Full‑laminated capacitive touchscreen
- 5‑point multi‑touch, I2C interface
- G+G tempered glass, 6H hardness
Input & Control
- 67‑key QWERTY silicone keyboard
- Onboard RP2040 MCU for keyboard scanning, brightness, and volume control
Power System
- Integrated UPS power management
- USB‑C external power input
- Internal battery connector (2‑pin PH2.0)
- Supports 5000mAh lithium battery (variant‑dependent)
- Supports charge‑and‑use simultaneously with automatic power source switching
Audio
- Built‑in 8Ω 2W dual‑chamber speaker
- 3.5mm audio output support
Mechanical
- Front housing: CNC aluminum alloy
- Rear housing: ABS plastic
- Dimensions: 93.5 × 168.5 × 37 mm
Compatibility & Use Cases
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4B / Raspberry Pi 5
- Mobile Linux terminal
- Embedded system debugging
- Education and prototyping
- IoT device management
- RetroPie handheld gaming

* for reference only, please refer to the package content for detailed part list.
Features
The PocketTerm35 is a handheld computer designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi 4B and Pi 5. It provides a complete Linux desktop experience, enabling you to enter commands, run development tools, or execute daily computing tasks directly in the terminal at any time. Features a compact 93.5 × 168.5 × 37 mm design, equipped with a 3.5inch 640 × 480 optical bonding touch display. Portable and lightweight, it is an ideal tool for geeks, developers, and electronics enthusiasts.
Selection guide
| Kit | Content |
|---|---|
| PocketTerm35-Pi4 | Built-in Pi 4B-2GB, comes with a pre-installed 64GB system TF card and a 5000mAh Lithium Batt |
| PocketTerm35-Pi5 | Built-in Pi 5-1GB, comes with a pre-installed 64GB system TF card and a 5000mAh Lithium Batt |
| PocketTerm35-RPI-ACCE | Accessory Kit B (without Raspberry Pi board and TF card, with 5000mAh Lithium Batt) |
| PocketTerm35-RPI-ACCE-EN | Accessory Kit A (without Raspberry Pi board, TF card, and 5000mAh Lithium Batt) |
Specifications
| Compatible board | Supports Raspberry Pi 4B / 5 |
|---|---|
| MCU | Built-in RP2040 MCU for controlling functions such as the keyboard, brightness, and volume |
| Display | 3.5inch 640 × 480 IPS display, supports HDMI interface |
| Touchscreen | 5-point capacitive touch, optical bonding, G + G toughened glass panel, 6H hardness, I2C header |
| Audio | Built-in 8Ω 2W speaker, 4PIN PH1.25 header, supports 3.5mm audio output |
| Keyboard | 67 keys QWERTY silicone keyboard |
| Power | Supports external USB-C charging port Built-in 2PIN PH2.0 Batt header, Lithium Batt is optional UPS power management supports charging and using simultaneously |
| Power Control | Short press: turn on power Double click: turn off power |
| Case material | CNC-machined aluminum front cover PC + ABS plastic back cover |
Touch Display
Suitable for terminal operations, command-line input,
and graphical interface browsing

Convenient keyboard input
A 67 keys standard-layout silicone keyboard, suitable for code entry,
executing commands, and editing programs

Built-in UPS Power Management System
Supports seamless switching between Batt and external power,
enhancing system reliability

game support
Supports handheld gaming, compatible with the RetroPie system

Application Scenarios

Mobile development and debugging of Linux systems

Education and electronics DIY learning systems

Portable data processing and CLI operations

IoT / electronic project control terminal
Interface Introduction

Outline dimensions

Resources & Services

Wiki: docs.waveshare.com/PocketTerm35
Shipping list
PocketTerm35-Pi5
Warning: Batt inside.
- PocketTerm35-Pi5 host x1
- 27W power x1
- Screwdriver x1
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