Waveshare ESP32-S3 (DEV-KIT) Pinout & Specifications
The standard Waveshare ESP32-S3 development board provides the full IO capabilities of the ESP32-S3 chip in a breadboard-friendly format. It features high-speed PSRAM and massive Flash memory for demanding tasks like machine learning and local web servers.
Key Specifications
- Processor: ESP32-S3 dual-core XTensa LX7 @ 240MHz
- Operating Voltage: 3.3V
- Input Voltage: 5V via USB-C
- Wireless: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 (LE)
- Memory: Often equipped with 8MB PSRAM and 8MB Flash (N8R8 variant)
Important Wiring Notes
- Logic Level: 3.3V ONLY. Do not connect 5V logic directly to the GPIO pins without a logic level shifter.
- Dual Type-C: Usually features two USB-C ports (one for UART debugging/flashing, one for native USB).
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