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ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8

ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8

Espressif Systems
Multiprotocol Modules SMD module, ESP32-S3R8 with 3.3V, 8 MB Octal PSRAM die inside, 16 MB Quad SPI flash, PCB antenna
10,257 in stock

Overview

The ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 is a high-performance Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE MCU module featuring the dual-core Xtensa LX7 processor running at up to 240 MHz. This specific variant is equipped with 16 MB of Quad SPI flash and 8 MB of Octal PSRAM to support memory-intensive applications.

Why Choose This Part

This module provides significant memory headroom with 16 MB flash and 8 MB PSRAM for complex firmware and data buffering. It includes specialized AI instructions in the Xtensa LX7 core that accelerate neural network computing and signal processing tasks.

Applications

Edge AI and Machine Learning
Utilizes the integrated AI acceleration and large 8 MB PSRAM for local voice recognition and image processing.
HMI and Smart Displays
The high-speed Octal PSRAM and GDI interface support driving graphical user interfaces and small displays.
IP Cameras
Features an independent camera power supply and sufficient memory to buffer image data for video streaming over Wi-Fi.
IoT Gateways
Combines 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 (LE) for bridging local sensor networks to the cloud.

Getting Started

Development is primarily supported through the Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF) or the Arduino IDE with the ESP32 board manager. For hardware prototyping, the ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1 series provides a compatible breadboard-friendly platform to test the module's 26 GPIOs and USB OTG capabilities.

Dev Boards

Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.

The Arduino Nano ESP32-S3 (ABX00083) is an advanced microcontroller platform featuring the powerful Xtensa® processor co
Digi-Key Mouser 3,289 in stock
Arduino Nano ESP32 — ESP32-S3 based, WiFi + BLE, USB-C, Arduino Cloud compatible.
ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1-N8R8 Espressif Systems
The ESP32-S3-DEVKITC-1-N8R8 from Espressif Systems is a development board designed for RF, RFID, and wireless applicatio
Digi-Key Mouser 475 in stock
ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1 Espressif Systems
Development board based on the ESP32-S3 family when you need additional AI/ML or USB functionality.
Mouser 1,051 in stock
ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1-N32R16V Espressif Systems
Multiprotocol Development Tools The ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1 is an entry-level development board equipped with ESP32-S3-WROOM-
Mouser 477 in stock

ESP32-S3-WROOM Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Memory Protocol Sensitivity Antenna Type RF Family/Standard Utilized IC / Part Stock
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 (this part) 10,257
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4 4MB 802.11b/g/n, Bluet.. -103.5dBm PCB Trace Bluetooth, WiFi S3-32 4,969
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4 4MB 802.11b/g/n, Bluet.. -103.5dBm Antenna Not Includ.. Bluetooth, WiFi S3-32 356
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N16R8 16MB 802.11b/g/n, Bluet.. -103.5dBm Antenna Not Includ.. Bluetooth, WiFi S3R8-32 5,856
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1 4MB 802.11b/g/n, Bluet.. -103.5dBm PCB Trace Bluetooth, WiFi S3-32 4,206
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R8 8MB 802.11b/g/n, Bluet.. -104.5dBm PCB Trace Bluetooth, WiFi S3R8-32 6,215
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R2 (Espressif) 8MB 802.11a/b/g/n, Blu.. PCB Trace WiFi S3-32 6,903
Also available as: ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4R8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4R2, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4R2

Also Consider

ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R2 Espressif Systems - A lower-cost alternative with 8 MB flash and 2 MB PSRAM if your application has smaller memory requirements.
ESP32-WROOM-32E Espressif Systems - Use this for standard IoT tasks that do not require the AI acceleration or USB OTG features of the S3 series.
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