M5Stack PaperColor
PaperColor is a versatile development board centered around an ESP32-S3R8 core, featuring a 4-inch E Ink Spectra 6 full-color e-paper display.
Our verdict
Who it's for
A low-power ESP32S3 development board with a 4-inch full-color e-paper display.
Who should look elsewhere
E-paper displays typically have slower refresh rates compared to LCDs.
Pros
- +Low power consumption due to e-paper display and efficient power management.
- +Integrated full-color e-paper display for high visibility.
- +Comprehensive set of onboard sensors and interaction components.
- +ESP32-S3R8 core provides powerful processing and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- +Suitable for a wide range of IoT and embedded applications.
Cons
- −E-paper displays typically have slower refresh rates compared to LCDs.
- −Fixed 4-inch display size might not be suitable for all projects.
- −Limited to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, no 5 GHz support.
Key features
- ✓4-inch E Ink Spectra 6 Full-Color E-Paper Display (400x600 resolution)
- ✓ESP32-S3R8 Core with 16MB Flash and 8MB PSRAM
- ✓2.4 GHz Wi-Fi wireless communication
- ✓Built-in 1250mAh Battery with M5PM1 power management
- ✓Integrated Audio System (ES8311 Codec, 1W Speaker, MEMS Microphone with AEC)
- ✓3x User Buttons + 1x Power Button
- ✓Onboard SHT40 Temperature & Humidity Sensor
- ✓RX8130CE Real-Time Clock
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| M5Paper Color Dev Kit | $75 | month | $75.00 official list; SKU C151; 4-inch Spectra 6 e-ink, ESP32-S3 |
More in Developer Tools
All →Compare with a peer: M5Stack PaperColor vs 21st Agents SDK, M5Stack PaperColor vs 3Commas, M5Stack PaperColor vs Aceternity UI