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FireBeetle 2 ESP32-S3 (DFR1221)

FireBeetle 2 ESP32-S3 (DFR1221)

MPN: DFR1221
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ESP32-S3R8 ESP32-S Xtensa® MCU 32-Bit 802.11 b/g/n (WiFi/WLAN/Wi-Fi 4), Bluetooth® 5.x (BLE) 2.4GHz Embedded Evaluation Board
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Overview

The DFR1221 is an ESP32-S3R8 based evaluation board featuring a dual-core Xtensa processor capable of reaching 360MHz. It is equipped with 16MB of RAM and 64MB of flash memory, making it a high-performance platform for AI and image processing tasks. The board integrates WiFi 4 and Bluetooth 5 (BLE) connectivity alongside an included LCD for immediate visual output.

Why Choose This Part

This board provides a massive memory footprint with 64MB of flash and 16MB of RAM, significantly exceeding standard ESP32-S3 modules. Its 360MHz clock speed and dedicated low-power core allow for a balance between high-performance data crunching and efficient standby operation.

Applications

Edge AI and Computer Vision
Leverages the dual-core processor and 16MB RAM for real-time image and voice processing at the edge.
Wireless Industrial Gateways
Utilizes integrated 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.x for bridging local sensor networks to cloud infrastructure.
Secure IoT Endpoints
Features secure boot and hardware-accelerated crypto for protecting sensitive data in connected smart home or industrial applications.

Key Specifications

Type MPU
Contents Board(s), Cable(s), LCD
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor Xtensa
Utilized IC / Part ESP32-S3R8

Getting Started

Engineers can develop for the DFR1221 using the Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF) or the Arduino IDE. The board includes a cable and LCD, allowing for immediate testing of UI/UX designs and peripheral interfacing via the high-pin-count QFN package breakout.

Also Consider

Arduino Nano ESP32 Arduino - A smaller form factor ESP32-S3 board with the Arduino header compatibility for quick integration into existing projects.