ESP32-C5-WROOM-1U-N8R8
Overview
The ESP32-C5-WROOM-1U-N8R8 is Espressif's first dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6 module, integrated with a RISC-V core and 802.15.4 radio. It provides a robust solution for Matter-over-Wi-Fi and Matter-over-Thread applications while adding the congestion-relief benefits of the 5 GHz band. This variant features 8MB of Flash and 8MB of PSRAM with a U.FL connector for an external antenna.
Why Choose This Part
The module offers unique dual-band flexibility, allowing devices to operate on the less-crowded 5 GHz spectrum while maintaining 2.4 GHz compatibility for range. The inclusion of 8MB PSRAM and a 240 MHz RISC-V core enables more complex application logic and networking stacks than previous single-band C-series modules.
Applications
Key Specifications
Getting Started
Development is supported via the ESP-IDF (Espressif IoT Development Framework) using the standard RISC-V toolchain. Engineers should use the ESP32-C5-DevKitC-1 to evaluate the module, ensuring the U.FL connector is properly mated to a compatible 2.4/5 GHz antenna before powering the RF stages.
Dev Boards
Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ESP32-C5-WROOM-1U-N8R8 or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.
ESP32-C5 Family
Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.
| Part Number | Frequency | Modulation | Antenna Type | Tx Power | Interfaces | Temp Range | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESP32-C5-WROOM-1U-N8R8 (this part) | 2.412GHz | CCK, DSSS, OFDM, O.. | Antenna Not Included | 19.5dBm | ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. | -40degC ~ 85degC (.. | 969 |
| ESP32-C5-WROOM-1-N8R8 | 2.412GHz | CCK, DSSS, OFDM, O.. | PCB Trace | 19.5dBm | ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. | -40degC ~ 85degC (.. | 3,170 |
| ESP32-C5-WROOM-1-N16R8 | 2.4GHz | CCK, DSSS, OFDM | PCB Trace | 20dBm | ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. | -40degC ~ 85degC | — |
Also Consider
Espressif Systems
- Choose this if 5 GHz Wi-Fi is not required but 802.15.4 and Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 GHz) are still necessary.
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