High-performance development board based on ESP32-P4 controller with RISC-V 32-bit dual-core and single-core processors, featuring 3.4inch/4inch round touch displays with 800x800/720x720 resolution, Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth 5 (LE), onboard dual microphones, and support for AI voice interaction.
This article details the various ESP32 series (Classic, S2, S3, C2, C3, C5, C6, H2, H4, and P4), outlining their key features, differences in CPU architecture, wireless capabilities, memory size, and intended applications. It explains the naming conventions and provides a comprehensive overview to help users choose the right ESP32 for their projects.
| **ESP32 Series** | **Key Features** | **Primary Use Cases** |
|---|---|---|
| **ESP32 (Classic)** | Dual-core, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, DAC | Smart home, audio streaming, versatile projects |
| **ESP32-S2** | Single-core, Wi-Fi, USB-OTG, larger ADC | USB gadgets, low-cost IoT, cameras |
| **ESP32-S3** | Dual-core, Wi-Fi, BLE, AI extensions | Performance-focused IoT, AI/ML applications |
| **ESP32-C2** | Single-core RISC-V, Wi-Fi, BLE, low cost | High-volume, low-traffic devices (bulbs, sensors) |
| **ESP32-C3** | Single-core RISC-V, Wi-Fi, BLE, affordable | Battery-powered sensors, basic Arduino replacement |
| **ESP32-C5/C6** | RISC-V, Wi-Fi (C5: Dual-band), BLE, Thread/Zigbee | Advanced connectivity, mesh networks |
| **ESP32-H2/H4** | No Wi-Fi, BLE, Thread/Zigbee, low power | Ultra-low power applications, mesh networks |
| **ESP32-P4** | Ethernet, Dual-core RISC-V, H.264 encoder | Video processing, HMIs, industrial applications |
| **ESP32 Series** | **Key Features** | **Primary Use Cases** |
|---|---|---|
| **ESP32 (Classic)** | Dual-core, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, DAC | Smart home, audio streaming, versatile projects |
| **ESP32-S2** | Single-core, Wi-Fi, USB-OTG, larger ADC | USB gadgets, low-cost IoT, cameras |
| **ESP32-S3** | Dual-core, Wi-Fi, BLE, AI extensions | Performance-focused IoT, AI/ML applications |
| **ESP32-C2** | Single-core RISC-V, Wi-Fi, BLE, low cost | High-volume, low-traffic devices (bulbs, sensors) |
| **ESP32-C3** | Single-core RISC-V, Wi-Fi, BLE, affordable | Battery-powered sensors, basic Arduino replacement |
| **ESP32-C5/C6** | RISC-V, Wi-Fi (C5: Dual-band), BLE, Thread/Zigbee | Advanced connectivity, mesh networks |
| **ESP32-H2/H4** | No Wi-Fi, BLE, Thread/Zigbee, low power | Ultra-low power applications, mesh networks |
| **ESP32-P4** | Ethernet, Dual-core RISC-V, H.264 encoder | Video processing, HMIs, industrial applications |
