Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Processor | ESP32-S3 Dual-core Xtensa LX7 MCU |
| Audio Output | 1W Mono Speaker with I2S Interface |
| Microphone | Dual Digital Microphone Array (I2S) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5 (LE) |
| Display | 1.28-inch Round LCD Touch Screen |
| Memory | 8MB PSRAM and 8MB Flash |
| Power Supply | USB Type-C 5V Input |
| AI Support | XiaoZhi AI, DeepSeek Integration Ready |
| Expansion | Grove Interfaces and GPIO Headers |
| Dimensions | 65mm x 65mm x 12mm |
Anonymous
Mar 28, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good for learning embedded AI
As a beginner, I found the example projects very helpful. The only reason for 4 stars is that the initial firmware update took a few tries to get right on Windows, but once done, everything worked smoothly.
Anonymous
Mar 28, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best value ESP32-S3 audio board
I've tried several development boards, but this one offers the best combination of display, audio, and processing power for the price. The touch screen is responsive and the build quality feels solid.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for Voice AI Projects
This board is exactly what I needed for my smart home prototype. The dual microphones pick up voice commands clearly even with background noise. Setting up the XiaoZhi AI was straightforward using the provided documentation.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Robust for industrial prototyping
We used this for a quick proof-of-concept in our lab. The stability of the Wi-Fi connection and the reliability of the I2S audio stream were critical for us, and this board delivered without issues.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Seamless Voice Interaction
The voice interaction dialogue feature works surprisingly well out of the box. It handles wake words accurately and the latency is low enough for natural conversation flow. Highly recommended for students.
Anonymous
Mar 03, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great hardware, learning curve on software
The hardware quality is excellent, especially the screen brightness and speaker clarity. However, integrating custom DeepSeek models required some digging into the SDK. Once configured, the response time is impressive.
Q: Can I connect an external battery directly to the board?
A: The board is designed to be powered via USB Type-C. While there are pins for external power, we recommend using a regulated 5V source to avoid damaging the components. Check the schematic for specific voltage tolerance on the GPIO power pins.
Q: Is the LCD screen replaceable if it breaks?
A: The display is connected via a dedicated FPC connector. While technically replaceable if you have soldering skills and can source the exact panel model, it is not intended as a user-serviceable part under standard warranty conditions.
Q: How do I update the XiaoZhi AI firmware?
A: You can update the firmware using the Web Flasher tool available on our wiki page or via the command line using esptool.py. Ensure your board is in download mode by holding the boot button while pressing reset.
Q: Does this board support offline voice recognition?
A: Yes, the ESP32-S3 chip supports offline wake word detection and basic command recognition. Complex natural language processing typically requires a cloud connection or loading specific lightweight models onto the flash memory.
Q: Which IDEs are compatible with this development board?
A: This board is fully compatible with the Arduino IDE, PlatformIO, and the official ESP-IDF framework. Most of our AI examples are provided in Python (MicroPython) and C++.
Lint-Free Cloth 1009DLE/SLE - Straight/Net Weave for UV Printhead, Screen, Lens Cleaning, Industrial Wiping Cloth
$10.80
Pirelli PZ4 Tires, Sizes 235/245/255/265/285/40/45/50/55 R19/R20/R21/R22
$350.00
Wooden Plaque Carved Signboard for Business Opening, Antique-Style Shop Entrance Header, Custom Engraved Solid Wood Couplets MWU
$182.96
Kumho ES01 Car Tires: Sizes 155/165/175/185/205 with Aspect Ratios 55/60/69 and Rim Diameters 14/15/16/17
$458.00
Mont Marte Paint Brushes, Creative Children's Painting Brush Set (3 Pieces), Tempera Brush Kit for Kids
$6.50
Baohong Watercolor Paper 300g 8K/4K - Wood Pulp A1/A3/K3 350g Fine/Coarse Grain for Watercolor and Oil Pastels 4K
$4.00
Imported IK7 Linear Bearing LM 162837 203242 254059 304564 3552O0 UU
$96.00
Used Car Tires Auto Salvage Tires 155 165 175 185 195 205 215 1U3 14 15 16
$202.00
Magnetic Charging Stand for MIJIA Smart Audio Glasses (Enjoyment Edition) & Jiehuan AI Glasses – Wireless Installation for Type 86 Box
$84.10
Premium DIY Succulent Sand Painting Scented Candle Kit for Holidays and Team Building
$21.20
2018 / New 2024 Rockschool Drum Kit Levels 0-8 Complete with Bonus Audio
$21.98
Hanyue Cordura N66 Rafting Dry Bag - Ultra-Light Waterproof Storage for Outdoor Swimming and Trekking
$35.70
Sketchbook for Casual Drawing, Acrylic Marker and Watercolor Pad, Square Pocket Art Book, Portable Travel Journal with Thick 230g White Cardstock
$5.50
Wenxin Tang Calligraphy Copybook for Beginners, Regular Script Duobao Pagoda, Running Script Lanting Preface, Small Kai Lingfei Jing, Brush Character Cards
$23.80
Resistor NXBU714 for ABB ACS800 Inverter
$560.00
3D Printing Pen for Kids - Edible Malt Sugar Art DIY Kit for Birthdays (Age 6+)
$39.00
Professional Rotating Car Tire and Wheel Cleaning Rack – Effortless Washing Stand
$245.00
Nangong Wenfang Three-Character Classic Small Regular Script Copybook – Transparent Cards for Calligraphy Practice Beginners
$69.00
Over-Washing Machine Shelf, Multi-Function Flip-Top Storage Cabinet for Toilet, Bathroom Floor-Standing Unit with No Drilling Required
$32.88
UGREEN Cable Organizer, Magnetic Desktop Data Wire Fixer, Phone Charging Clip and Cord Collector
$15.90
Compact Manual Water Pump Dispenser for Home Desktop Use – Mini Hand-Press Faucet for Large Water Buckets
$23.10
Traditional Sheepskin Rattle Baby Chewable Old-Style Handmade Newborn Wave Drum Toy for Children 0-6 Months
$17.80
Amazon Best Seller Clearance - Outdoor Waterproof Dry Bag for Swimming, Rafting, Snorkeling, and Diving
$135.00
Huirui 420AB Fast-Curing Silicone Adhesive - High-Strength Instant Glue for Bonding Silicone Metal Plastic and Velcro
$36.00
IGBT Module FP15R12KE3/FP25R12KE3/FS50R12KE3/FS75R12KE3
$250.00
3F UL Gear Ventilated Waterproof Dry Bag – Compressible Storage for Sleeping Bags, Clothes, and Swim Gear
$40.80
Martini 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper 200g/300g Thickened Art Sketch Paper 4K Drawing Paper
$12.00
Flameless Aromatherapy DIY Kit - Natural Crystal Diffuser Stones for Home Decor and Demagnetizing
$4.68
![[Ali Health] Dental Implant Initial Consultation Package, Oral Cavity Filling, Crown, Denture, and Implant Assessment](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/small/product/268910/legacy-main-034f7c58b79ebda262b6a7f8.png)
[Ali Health] Dental Implant Initial Consultation Package, Oral Cavity Filling, Crown, Denture, and Implant Assessment
$7.90
3M Industrial Scouring Pad for Polishing, Cleaning, and Rust Removal - Bulk Factory Supply with Aluminum Oxide
$7.20
![[Youxin Electronics] GP2Y0E03 Infrared Distance Sensor Module 4-50cm Range](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/medium/product/74667/legacy-main-4da8cadc5fc82afe91b124e3.webp)
![[Trial Pack] Xianlang Complete Cat Treat Sticks Meal Packs Main Course Cans Freeze-Dried Cat Food Sample Snacks Gift Set](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/medium/product/208273/legacy-main-9ec245ebf781f65a434ba854.webp)
