ESP32-C6
Next-Generation RISC-V MCU with Wi-Fi 6, Thread & Bluetooth 5
Product Overview
The ESP32-C6 is a highly integrated, low-power MCU with RISC-V architecture that provides Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5 (LE), and IEEE 802.15.4 radio connectivity. It's the first ESP32 chip to support Wi-Fi 6 and is designed for versatile IoT applications requiring future-proof connectivity.
32-bit RISC-V Single Core up to 160 MHz
Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5 + Thread/Zigbee
Matter 1.3 Ready
512 KB SRAM + 4/8/16 MB Flash
Technical Specifications
Comprehensive technical details for ESP32-C6
Processing & Memory
| CPU | 32-bit RISC-V single-core processor |
| CPU Frequency | Up to 160 MHz |
| SRAM | 512 KB internal SRAM |
| ROM | 320 KB ROM |
| Flash | 4/8/16 MB external flash (module) |
| Low Power Core | Ultra-low-power RISC-V coprocessor |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 2.4 GHz band |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 LE, mesh networking |
| Thread/Zigbee | IEEE 802.15.4 @ 2.4 GHz |
| Range | 120+ meters (Wi-Fi 6 extended range) |
| Security | WPA3, Thread security, Matter support |
| Antenna | PCB antenna, external antenna connector |
Peripherals & Interfaces
| GPIO | 30 programmable GPIOs |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit SAR ADC, up to 7 channels |
| Temperature Sensor | Built-in temperature sensor |
| Touch Sensor | 7 touch sensing IOs |
| SPI | 3 × SPI |
| I2C | 2 × I2C |
| UART | 3 × UART |
| USB | USB 2.0 full-speed OTG |
| LED PWM | 6 channels LED PWM controller |
Power & Operating Conditions
| Operating Voltage | 3.0V ~ 3.6V |
| Active Power | ~65 mA (Wi-Fi), ~45 mA (BLE) |
| Light Sleep | 130 μA |
| Deep Sleep | 7 μA (ULP sensor monitored) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ +105°C |
| Package | QFN40 (5×5 mm) |
Key Features & Benefits
Why ESP32-C6 is ideal for next-generation IoT applications
Wi-Fi 6 Ready
First ESP32 with Wi-Fi 6 support, providing improved efficiency, extended range, and better performance in dense networks.
Matter & Thread Native
Built-in support for Matter over Thread, enabling seamless interoperability across all major smart home ecosystems.
Open RISC-V Architecture
Future-proof RISC-V processor with open-source ecosystem and growing industry support for long-term sustainability.
Target Applications
Perfect for advanced IoT applications requiring cutting-edge connectivity
Matter Smart Home Devices
Smart lighting, switches, sensors, and controllers with universal ecosystem compatibility.
Thread Border Routers
Bridge Thread mesh networks to Wi-Fi/Internet for comprehensive smart home solutions.
Industrial IoT Gateways
High-performance gateways with multiple protocol support for industrial automation.
Next-Gen Wearables
Advanced wearable devices with Wi-Fi 6 efficiency and Bluetooth 5 capabilities.
Development Resources
Comprehensive tools and resources for ESP32-C6 development
ESP-IDF Support
Full ESP-IDF framework support with RISC-V toolchain and comprehensive APIs for all chip features.
Development GuideMatter SDK
ESP-Matter SDK with examples and tools for building Matter-compliant devices with Thread support.
Matter DevelopmentThread Development
OpenThread stack integration with tools for Thread network commissioning and management.
Thread GuideOrdering Information
Available ESP32-C6 variants and modules
| Part Number | Flash | Package | Features | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESP32-C6 | - | QFN40 | Base chip, requires external components | In Stock |
| ESP32-C6-WROOM-1 | 4MB/8MB/16MB | Module | Integrated antenna, pre-certified | In Stock |
| ESP32-C6-WROOM-1U | 4MB/8MB/16MB | Module | External antenna connector | In Stock |
| ESP32-C6-MINI-1 | 4MB | Compact Module | Ultra-compact design | In Stock |
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