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ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8

ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8

Espressif Systems
Multiprotocol Modules SMD module ESP32-WROOM-32UE, ESP32-D0WD-V3, ESP32 ECO V3, 8 MB SPI flash, IPEX antenna connector
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Overview

ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8 is an Espressif wireless module built around the ESP32 dual-core SoC. It integrates 8 MB of SPI flash and exposes an IPEX antenna connector for an external antenna, making it a compact option for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled embedded designs.

Why Choose This Part

This module combines the ESP32 platform with a pre-integrated RF design, which reduces antenna and layout effort compared with building around the bare SoC. The external antenna connector gives system designers more flexibility when enclosure, placement, or range requirements make an onboard antenna less practical. The 8 MB flash size also provides room for larger firmware images and features such as OTA update support.

Applications

Connected sensors and gateways
Add wireless connectivity to sensor nodes, small gateways, and data loggers that need Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Smart home devices
Use in plugs, switches, controls, and appliances that benefit from local network connectivity.
Embedded edge controllers
Suitable for small controllers that need networking, OTA updates, and local processing.
Prototyping and evaluation
Useful in development builds where a compact RF module with external antenna support is preferred.

Getting Started

Use Espressif's ESP-IDF for the most direct development flow, or Arduino core support if you prefer a simpler sketch-based environment. For hardware bring-up, start from a known-good ESP32 development board or module carrier, then verify power rails, boot strapping, and antenna matching with the intended external antenna and enclosure. Serial bootloader flashing over UART is the usual first step, followed by OTA once networking is working.

Dev Boards

Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8 or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.

Multiprotocol Development Tools XIAO ESP32C3 3PCS Pack - RISC-V tiny MCU board with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth5.0, battery char
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Sequent SM-A-006 Daughter Card Kit Sequent Microsystems
Daughter Cards & OEM Boards Arduino Uno, Nano, Teensy, Feather or ESP32 Raspberry Pi Replacement Kit
WiFi Development Tools - 802.11 Adafruit HUZZAH32 – ESP32 Feather Board (pre-soldered)
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The Arduino Nano ESP32-S3 (ABX00083) is an advanced microcontroller platform featuring the powerful Xtensa® processor co
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Part of ESP32 modules family » ESP32-WROOM

ESP32-WROOM Family

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

Part Number Memory Interfaces Antenna Type Tx Power Voltage Utilized IC / Part Stock
ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8 (this part) — — — — — — 3,819
ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N16 16MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. Antenna Not Includ.. 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 1,845
ESP32-WROOM-32E-N4 4MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. Integrated, Trace 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 7,664
ESP32-WROOM-32E-H4 4MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. Integrated, Trace 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 11,846
ESP32-WROOM-32E-N16 16MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. Integrated, Trace 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 13,112
ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N4 4MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. Antenna Not Includ.. 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 582
ESP32-WROOM-32E-N8 8MB ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2.. PCB Trace 20dBm 3V D0WD-32 20,366
ESP32-WROOM-32D 448k GPIO, I2C, I2S, PW.. Integrated, Trace 20.5dBm 2.7V D0WD-32 —
Also available as: ESP32-WROOM-32UE-N8R2, ESP32-WROOM-32E-N8R2, ESP32-WROOM-32U, ESP32-WROOM-32, ESP32-WROOM-32UE-H4, ESP32-WROOM-32E, ESP32-WROOM-32UE

Also Consider

ESP32-WROOM-32E-N8 Espressif Systems - Very close alternative if you want the same ESP32 module family with a different module variant.
ESP32-WROVER-E-N8R8 Espressif Systems - Good alternative when you need more memory for heavier applications and want an Espressif module form factor.
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8 Espressif Systems - Useful if you want a newer ESP32-family module with stronger application processing headroom for connected embedded products.

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