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Waveshare ESP32-S3R8 Dev Board Case A w/ 3.49" IPS Touch

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The Waveshare ESP32-S3 High-Performance Development Board integrates a dual-core ESP32-S3R8 processor, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0, and a 3.49-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen, providing a complete AIoT platform for Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF, and MicroPython development.

Features

  • ESP32-S3R8 dual-core LX7 processor clocked up to 240 MHz for responsive edge computing and AI tasks.
  • 3.49-inch IPS capacitive touch display with 172×640 resolution for vibrant, interactive UI development.
  • Integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and Bluetooth 5.0 LE for robust wireless connectivity.
  • 8MB PSRAM and 16MB Flash memory for handling complex applications and data buffering.
  • Comprehensive sensor suite: dual-mic array, 6-axis IMU, RTC, audio codec, and 22-pin GPIO expansion.

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Description

The Waveshare ESP32-S3 Development Board (Case A) is a feature-rich AIoT platform centered on the Espressif ESP32-S3R8 microcontroller. Its dual-core Xtensa LX7 CPU, running at up to 240 MHz, is paired with substantial 8MB PSRAM and 16MB Flash memory, enabling advanced applications like voice recognition, real-time sensor fusion, and graphical interfaces. The integrated 3.49-inch IPS touchscreen provides a high-quality visual output and direct user input channel.

Wireless connectivity is handled by the chip’s native 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 stack, supporting both station and access point modes for versatile IoT network topologies. The board’s extensive peripheral set—including a dual-microphone array with noise cancellation, a 6-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU), a real-time clock (RTC), and a high-fidelity audio codec—makes it ideal for developing interactive smart devices, voice-controlled assistants, and portable data loggers. Power is supplied via the onboard USB-C port, which also serves as the serial programming interface.

Key Features

  • High-performance ESP32-S3R8 dual-core processor for efficient multitasking and AI workloads.
  • Vivid 3.49-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen with smooth response for interactive projects.
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 enable seamless cloud connectivity and peripheral pairing.
  • Advanced audio subsystem with dual-mic beamforming and noise reduction for clear voice capture.
  • Integrated 6-axis IMU (accelerometer + gyroscope) for motion sensing and orientation tracking.
  • Dedicated real-time clock (RTC) maintains accurate timekeeping during deep sleep cycles.
  • Ample memory (8MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash) supports complex applications and Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.
  • Flexible expansion via 22-pin GPIO header, TF (microSD) card slot, and USB-C for data/power.

Applications

  • Interactive smart home control panels and touch-based IoT dashboards.
  • Portable voice assistant devices and AI-powered speech recognition terminals.
  • Wearable tech and fitness trackers with graphical displays and motion sensing.
  • Industrial handheld data loggers and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) units.
  • Prototyping for AIoT edge devices requiring display, touch, and wireless connectivity.

Technical Specifications

Microcontroller / SoCEspressif ESP32-S3R8 (Xtensa LX7 Dual-Core)
CPU Clock FrequencyUp to 240 MHz
Wireless ProtocolsWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth 5.0 LE
Display3.49-inch IPS Capacitive Touch, 172 x 640 resolution
PSRAM8 MB
Flash Memory16 MB
Onboard SensorsDual Microphone Array, 6-axis IMU (Accelerometer + Gyroscope)
Additional PeripheralsReal-Time Clock (RTC), Audio Codec
Expansion & Storage22-pin GPIO Header, TF (microSD) Card Slot
Power & InterfaceUSB-C (Power, Programming, Serial)
Dimensions (L x W)96 mm x 32 mm
Weight65 g

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I program the Waveshare ESP32-S3 board and what development frameworks are supported?

You can program this board using the Arduino IDE with the ESP32 board package installed, Espressif's official ESP-IDF framework for full feature access, or MicroPython/ CircuitPython for scripting. Connect via the USB-C port, select the correct board (e.g., 'ESP32-S3 Dev Module'), and configure the flash size to 16MB. The USB connection provides both power and the serial COM port for uploading code and serial debugging.

What is the power supply requirement and typical operating current for this ESP32-S3 board?

The board is powered via the USB-C port with a standard 5V supply. The operating current varies significantly with CPU load, wireless radio activity, and display brightness. With Wi-Fi/Bluetooth active and the screen on, expect currents in the range of 150-300mA. Utilizing the ESP32-S3's deep sleep modes with peripherals powered down can reduce current to microamp levels, which is crucial for battery-operated designs when an external battery is connected to the appropriate pins.

Can I use the onboard microphones for real-time voice recognition, and how do I access the IMU sensor data?

Yes, the dual microphone array with noise reduction supports real-time voice processing. Using the ESP-ADF (Audio Development Framework) or ESP-IDF's I2S driver, you can capture audio for wake-word detection or speech commands. The 6-axis IMU data is accessed via the I2C bus. You'll need to install a library like Adafruit's Unified Sensor driver for your chosen framework to read accelerometer and gyroscope values for motion tracking or orientation detection in your application code.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Waveshare ESP32-S3 High-Performance Development Board (Case A, without Battery)

Additional Information

Weight 0.065 kg
Dimensions 9.6 × 3.2 cm