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Category Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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Microcontroller ESP32-C6 (RISC-V 32-bit)
Display Type 1.3-inch IPS LCD
Display Resolution 240 x 240 pixels
Display Driver ST7789
Wireless Connectivity Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and BLE 5.0
Flash Memory 8 MB
Operating Voltage 3.3V / 5V Input
Interface USB Type-C
GPIO Pins Multiple programmable GPIOs available
Dimensions 56mm x 32mm x 12mm

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 20, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for IoT projects with display needs

The integration of the ESP32-C6 with a bright 1.3-inch screen is exactly what I needed for my smart home dashboard. Wi-Fi 6 support makes connectivity snappy, and the RISC-V architecture handles graphics smoothly.

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Anonymous

Mar 20, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Beginner friendly yet powerful

As someone learning embedded systems, this board is fantastic. The screen provides immediate visual feedback for code changes. Plenty of examples available online to get started quickly.

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Anonymous

Mar 17, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid performance for prototyping

We used these for rapid prototyping of control panels. The build quality feels robust enough for lab environments. Only wish it had a few more dedicated PWM pins exposed directly on the header.

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Anonymous

Mar 14, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent value for money

Compared to buying a separate dev board and screen module, this all-in-one solution saves so much wiring time. The USB-C port is a nice modern touch, and BLE 5.0 works flawlessly with my phone app.

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Anonymous

Mar 13, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great board, minor documentation gaps

Hardware quality is excellent and the screen colors are vibrant. Setup with ESP-IDF was mostly straightforward, though some specific pinout details for the display driver required digging into community forums.

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Anonymous

Mar 09, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Screen clarity is impressive

The ST7789 driver pushes great colors on this IPS panel. Viewing angles are wide, which is helpful when mounting the device in enclosures. Wi-Fi 6 range testing exceeded my expectations.

5 FAQ

Q: Does the package include a protective case?

A: No, the package includes only the development board and a short USB Type-C cable. Protective cases or acrylic shells are sold separately if you need enclosure options for your project.

Q: Can I use this with Arduino IDE?

A: Absolutely. You can install the ESP32 board manager package in Arduino IDE, select the 'Xiao ESP32C6' or generic 'ESP32C6' board (depending on the specific core version), and utilize libraries like TFT_eSPI to drive the screen.

Q: Is there an external antenna connector for better WiFi range?

A: This specific model utilizes an onboard PCB antenna designed for compactness. It does not feature an external U.FL or SMA connector. However, the Wi-Fi 6 protocol generally provides improved efficiency and range over previous generations even with the internal antenna.

Q: What is the power consumption when the display is active?

A: Typical current consumption is around 150mA to 200mA when the display brightness is at maximum and WiFi is transmitting. For battery-powered projects, we recommend implementing deep sleep modes when the screen is not in use.

Q: Does this board support MicroPython out of the box?

A: Yes, the ESP32-C6 chip is fully compatible with MicroPython. You will need to flash the appropriate firmware image via the USB-C port, after which you can interact with the display and WiFi using Python scripts.

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