Espressif Systems ESP32-C5-DevKitC-1 Development Kit
Espressif Systems ESP32-C5-DevKitC-1 Development Kit is a compact and feature-rich development board designed to showcase the capabilities of the ESP32-C5 System-on-Chip (SoC). The ESP32-C5 SoC integrates dual-band Wi-Fi® 6 (2.4GHz and 5GHz) and BLUETOOTH® 5 (LE) connectivity. Built around a 32-bit RISC-V single-core processor, the board offers a balance of performance and energy efficiency, making it ideal for modern Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
The board includes a USB Type-C® interface for power and programming, an onboard USB-to-UART bridge for easy debugging, and multiple GPIOs accessible via pin headers for peripheral integration. With a compact form factor and breadboard-friendly layout, the ESP32-C5-DevKitC-1 is well-suited for prototyping smart home devices, industrial automation systems, wireless sensor networks, and connected consumer electronics. Support for emerging wireless standards ensures reliable, high-speed communication in a wide range of embedded applications.
Features
- ESP32-C5 SoC with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 (LE) support
- Based on the RISC-V 32-bit single-core processor
- Integrated PCB antenna for wireless communication
- USB Type-C interface for power supply and programming
- Onboard USB-to-UART bridge for easy debugging and flashing
- Multiple GPIOs exposed via pin headers for peripheral interfacing
- Support for an external power supply via 5V and 3.3V pins
- Compact form factor compatible with breadboards for rapid prototyping
Applications
- Smart home devices
- IoT gateways and nodes
- Wearable technology
- Industrial automation
- Connected consumer electronics
- Wireless sensor networks
- Bluetooth LE applications
- Prototyping and education
Required Equipment
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- Computer running Windows, Linux, or macOS
Resources
- ESP-IDF Get Started - which will help to set up the development environment quickly and then flash an application example onto a board
- Schematic
Overview
Block Diagram
