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Main Controller ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 (16MB Flash, 8MB PSRAM)
Display Size 5.0 inches
Resolution 800 x 480 pixels
Touch Type Capacitive Touch (GT911)
Graphics Library LVGL v8.3 Supported
Connectivity Wi-Fi 2.4GHz & Bluetooth 5 (LE)
Interfaces USB Type-C, MicroSD Slot, GPIO Headers
Power Supply 5V via USB or VIN pin
Operating Voltage 3.3V Logic Level
Dimensions 128mm x 73mm x 14mm

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 31, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Exceeded expectations

The build quality feels premium. The touch calibration was accurate out of the box. Highly recommend for anyone moving from Arduino to more complex ESP32 projects.

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Anonymous

Mar 29, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for IoT Dashboard Projects

The screen quality is surprisingly sharp for the price point. Setting up LVGL was straightforward with the provided examples. The ESP32-S3 handles the graphics smoothly without noticeable lag.

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Anonymous

Mar 15, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good value for money

For the features you get, especially the PSRAM and large screen, the price is unbeatable. The only minor issue is that the backlight consumes a bit more power than expected on battery setups.

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Anonymous

Mar 12, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent learning board

Bought this for my university embedded systems course. The integration of WiFi and Bluetooth makes it perfect for smart home prototypes. The USB-C programming is a nice modern touch.

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Anonymous

Mar 11, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great hardware, documentation could be better

Hardware is solid and the capacitive touch is very responsive. I had to dig into the GitHub repo for some specific pinout details not fully covered in the wiki, but once configured, it works flawlessly.

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Anonymous

Mar 10, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Robust and reliable

I've been running a home automation control panel on this for two weeks straight. No crashes, stable WiFi connection, and the brightness is sufficient even in a lit room.

5 FAQ

Q: Does this board support MicroPython?

A: Yes, the ESP32-S3 controller fully supports MicroPython. You can find firmware builds and example scripts for the LCD and touch interface on our official GitHub repository.

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

A: While the logic is 3.3V, we recommend powering the board via the 5V USB or VIN pin to ensure the display backlight and regulator function correctly. A standard LiPo battery connected through a boost converter to 5V works perfectly.

Q: Is the source code for the demo UI available?

A: Absolutely. All demo code, including the LVGL examples and touch calibration tools, is open-source and hosted on our Waveshare Wiki and GitHub page under the ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-5 section.

Q: Does it come with a protective case?

A: No, this package includes only the development board. However, the board has standard mounting holes, and 3D print files for a case are available in our community forum.

Q: What is the maximum external storage capacity supported?

A: The MicroSD card slot supports cards up to 32GB officially, though many users have reported success with 64GB cards formatted in FAT32.

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