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Category Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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Display Size 2.8 inches
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Touch Type 5-Point Capacitive Touch
Microcontroller ESP32-S3-WROOM-1
Flash Memory 16 MB
PSRAM 8 MB Octal SPI
Connectivity Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth 5 (LE)
Interface SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO
Power Supply 5V via USB-C or 3.3V-5V via Pin Header
Supported GUI LVGL, Arduino GFX, MicroPython

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 29, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent value for money

Compared to other development boards with similar specs, this offers incredible value. The built-in WiFi and Bluetooth make connecting to cloud services effortless. Highly recommended for prototyping.

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Anonymous

Mar 28, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Beginner friendly

I am new to embedded systems, and this board made learning easy. There are plenty of examples available online. The USB-C port is a nice modern touch for power and programming.

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Anonymous

Mar 17, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Fast shipping and great product

Arrived well-packaged. The board feels sturdy and the soldering quality is top-notch. Successfully flashed MicroPython within minutes and got the touchscreen working immediately.

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Anonymous

Mar 15, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great hardware, documentation could be better

The screen quality is excellent and the colors are vibrant. Setting up the environment took a bit of time as some pin definitions weren't immediately clear in the wiki, but once configured, it works great.

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Anonymous

Mar 07, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid performance for HMI

Using this as an HMI for a small robot controller. The processing power is sufficient for complex UI animations. Only minor issue is the brightness could be slightly higher for outdoor use.

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Anonymous

Mar 03, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for LVGL projects

This board is exactly what I needed for my smart home dashboard. The LVGL library works flawlessly out of the box, and the 5-point touch is very responsive. The ESP32-S3 handles the graphics smoothly without lag.

5 FAQ

Q: What is the operating voltage for the GPIO pins?

A: The GPIO pins operate at 3.3V logic level. Please ensure your external sensors or modules are 3.3V compatible or use level shifters.

Q: Can I power this board with a 3.7V LiPo battery directly?

A: It is recommended to connect the LiPo battery through the designated battery interface if available, or via the 5V input which has a regulator. Direct connection to 3.3V pins is not advised.

Q: Is the display sunlight readable?

A: The display has decent brightness for indoor use. For direct sunlight, visibility may be reduced, and we recommend adding a sunshade for outdoor applications.

Q: Does this board support MicroPython?

A: Yes, the ESP32-S3 module fully supports MicroPython. You can find installation guides and example scripts on the Waveshare wiki.

Q: Does the package include a USB cable?

A: Yes, the standard package includes a USB-A to USB-C cable for power supply and programming.

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