Logic voltage first, then pins, then the wireless it really has · review
A modern Uno pairing a Renesas RA4M1 with an ESP32-S3 for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, plus USB-C, CAN, a 12-bit DAC and an LED matrix.
About the price of an R3, with far more on board.
Qwiic saves wiring.
Check older shield libraries.
| MCU | Renesas RA4M1 + ESP32-S3 |
|---|---|
| Wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Connectors | USB-C, CAN, Qwiic |
| Analog | 12-bit DAC, op amp |
| Display | 12 × 8 LED matrix |
| Amazon ASIN | B0C8V88Z9D |
| EAN | 7630049204591 |
Yes, through the ESP32-S3.
Yes.
8.5/ 10
The new default Arduino.
workshop machines from the same category, at nearby prices. Only what all of them publish is shown: a column with holes compares nothing.
| Model | Price | MCU |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino UNO R4 WiFi | $28 | Renesas RA4M1 + ESP32-S3 |
| Arduino Uno REV3 | $28 | ATmega328P, 16 MHz |
| Arduino Nano A000005 | $26 | ATmega328P |
| ELEGOO ESP-32 3-Pack | $20 | ESP32, dual core, 240 MHz |
A learner who wants wireless with Arduino support.
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Small board · ESP32-S3, 240 MHz · Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 · USB-C · HID · MicroPython · headers
A Nano-sized board with an ESP32-S3 at 240 MHz, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C and MicroPython support, with headers fitted.
Best for: A builder fitting wireless into small projects.
≈ $19
Small board · ATmega328P · 14 digital, 8 analog · mini-USB
The classic Arduino Nano in a compact shape, with an ATmega328P, 14 digital and 8 analog pins and a mini-USB port.
Best for: A builder placing an Uno-class chip in a small project.
≈ $26
Board · ATmega328P, 16 MHz · 32 KB flash, 2 KB SRAM · 14 digital I/O, 6 analog · USB
The original Arduino Uno: an ATmega328P at 16 MHz with 32 KB of flash, 14 digital and 6 analog pins, and full IDE support.
Best for: A beginner learning electronics.
≈ $28
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