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ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4

ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4

Espressif Systems
Bluetooth, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth v5.0 Transceiver Module 2.4GHz Antenna Not Included, U.FL Surface Mount
Active356 in stock

Overview

The ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4 is a powerful Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE module based on the Espressif ESP32-S3 dual-core LX7 microprocessor. It features an integrated 4MB flash and 512KB SRAM, offering robust connectivity and processing capabilities for a wide range of embedded applications. This module comes without an integrated antenna, providing a U.FL connector for external antenna flexibility.

Why Choose This Part

This module offers a balance of performance and power efficiency with its dual-core 240MHz Xtensa LX7 processor and comprehensive peripheral set including USB 2.0 OTG. The U.FL connector for an external antenna provides design flexibility for optimizing RF performance and range. Its extensive range of low-power modes, down to 7uA in Deep-sleep, makes it well-suited for battery-powered applications.

Applications

Smart Home Devices
Ideal for smart plugs, lighting control, and thermostats, leveraging its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE connectivity for robust communication.
Industrial Sensor Nodes
Suitable for wireless sensor networks in industrial settings, where its range of interfaces like I2C, SPI, and ADC can connect various sensors.
Wearable Electronics
Its compact size and low-power modes, including Light-sleep and Deep-sleep with 7uA consumption, make it suitable for battery-powered wearable devices.
Medical Monitoring Equipment
Can be integrated into medical devices requiring secure and reliable wireless communication for data logging and remote monitoring.
IoT Edge Devices
Its dual-core 32-bit LX7 microprocessor with FPU and 240MHz clock speed enables local data processing and edge computing tasks for IoT applications.

Key Specifications

Protocol 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth v5.0
Data Rate 150Mbps
Frequency 2.4GHz
Memory Size 4MB Flash, 384kB ROM
Sensitivity -103.5dBm
Antenna Type Antenna Not Included, U.FL
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 41-SMD Module
Power - Output 20.5dBm
Voltage - Supply 3V ~ 3.6V
Serial Interfaces ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2S, SPI, PWM, UART, USB
RF Family/Standard Bluetooth, WiFi
Utilized IC / Part ESP32-S3
Current - Receiving 95mA ~ 97mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Current - Transmitting 285mA ~ 355mA

Getting Started

To get started with the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4, developers can use the Espressif ESP-IDF (IoT Development Framework) or platform.io. Numerous development boards are available, such as the ESP32-S3-DevKitC-1, which provides easy access to the module's pins and integrated USB-to-UART bridge for programming and debugging. Ensure an appropriate 2.4GHz external antenna with a U.FL connector is selected.

Dev Boards

Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4 or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.

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 503 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 509 in stock
The Arduino UNO R4 WiFi features a 32-bit Renesas RA4M1 microcontroller (48 MHz ARM Cortex M4) and ESP32-S3-MINI-1-N8 Wi
Digi-Key Mouser 2,671 in stock

ESP32-S3-WROOM Family

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

Part Number Antenna Type Stock
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4 (this part) Antenna Not Includ.. 356
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4 PCB Trace 4,969
Also available as: ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4R8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R2, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N4R2, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U-N8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8, ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N4R2

Also Consider

ESP32-C3-WROOM-02-N4 Espressif Systems - A more cost-effective alternative with a single-core RISC-V processor, suitable for simpler IoT applications where the full power of the S3 is not required.
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