Bring your favourite photos, artwork and smart information displays to life with the Waveshare ESP32-S3 7.3-inch E6 full-colour e-paper display. Combining advanced E Ink Spectra 6 technology with an ESP32-S3 dual-core microcontroller, this stylish display offers vibrant six-colour images while maintaining exceptionally low power consumption.
Housed in an elegant solid wood frame with a versatile white inner border, this e-paper photo frame is designed for home, office and smart IoT applications. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 LE connectivity, an RTC clock, temperature and humidity sensor, microSD card slot and audio codec provide a flexible platform for custom projects and intelligent display applications.
Key Features
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7.3-Inch Full-Colour E-Paper Display: Uses E Ink Spectra 6 (E6) technology to display images in six colours: black, white, green, blue, red and yellow.
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800 × 480 Resolution: Provides clear image reproduction with a 160 × 96mm active display area.
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Extremely Low Power Consumption: E-paper technology consumes power primarily during screen refreshes, making it suitable for long-lasting portable applications.
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ESP32-S3 Dual-Core Processor: Powered by a 32-bit Xtensa LX7 dual-core processor running at up to 240MHz.
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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 LE: Supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity with an onboard antenna.
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Built-In Audio Codec: Supports audio input and playback, providing a hardware platform for voice-enabled and AI-related projects.
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RTC and Environmental Sensors: Includes a PCF85063 real-time clock and SHTC3 temperature and humidity sensor.
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Large-Capacity Rechargeable Battery: Integrated lithium battery and power management circuitry support extended operation between charges. Battery life depends on refresh frequency and connected peripherals.
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MicroSD Card Slot: Provides local storage for supported files and project applications.
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Elegant Solid Wood Frame: A natural wood finish with a clean white inner lining complements modern home and office interiors.
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Flexible Installation: Includes a rotating stand and wall-hanging hook for different display arrangements.
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Open-Source Development: Customise the device and develop your own applications using the available open-source code and supported development tools.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Brand |
Waveshare |
| Product Type |
ESP32-S3 E-Paper Display / Smart Photo Frame |
| Display Technology |
E Ink Spectra 6 (E6) |
| Display Size |
7.3 inches |
| Resolution |
800 × 480 pixels |
| Active Display Area |
160 × 96mm |
| Pixel Pitch |
0.2 × 0.2mm |
| Display Colours |
Black, white, green, blue, red, yellow |
| Grayscale Levels |
2 |
| Refresh Time |
Approx. 12 seconds |
| Processor |
Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core |
| Processor Frequency |
Up to 240MHz |
| Wireless Connectivity |
2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5 LE |
| SRAM |
512KB |
| ROM |
384KB (as specified) |
| Flash |
16MB |
| PSRAM |
8MB |
| Audio |
Onboard audio codec |
| Real-Time Clock |
PCF85063 |
| Environmental Sensor |
SHTC3 temperature and humidity sensor |
| Storage Expansion |
MicroSD card slot |
| Battery |
Integrated rechargeable lithium battery |
| Sleep Current |
Approx. 1mA (as specified) |
| Operating / Charging Voltage |
5V |
| Frame Material |
Solid wood |
| Frame Dimensions |
Approx. 154 × 214 × 32mm |
| Mounting |
Rotating stand and wall-hanging hook |
AI and IoT Development Applications
With its ESP32-S3 controller, wireless connectivity and onboard audio codec, this display provides a platform for a range of creative and smart-device projects, including:
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Digital photo frames and artwork displays
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Smart home information dashboards
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Weather, calendar and clock displays
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Temperature and humidity monitoring
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IoT information terminals
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Voice-enabled interface experiments
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AI-assisted applications connected to supported online large language model platforms
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Custom open-source ESP32-S3 projects
AI and online large language model functionality require compatible software, network access and any necessary external services or API credentials. These features are not guaranteed to work automatically out of the box.
Package Contents
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1 × Waveshare ESP32-S3 7.3-Inch E6 E-Paper Display
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1 × Solid Wood Frame
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Integrated electronic components and rechargeable battery
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Stand and wall-hanging mounting features
Important Notes
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E-paper displays refresh more slowly than conventional LCD or OLED screens. The stated refresh time is approximately 12 seconds.
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The six-colour display uses dithering technology to reproduce full-colour images.
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Power consumption and battery life depend on refresh frequency, wireless activity, audio use and connected peripherals.
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The display requires 5V power for charging and operation as specified.
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Please check the available software, documentation and supported development environment before purchasing for a specific project.
Specification:
| Package Weight |
| One Package Weight |
0.60kgs / 1.33lb |
| One Package Size |
18cm * 24cm * 6cm / 7.09inch * 9.45inch * 2.36inch |
| Carton Weight |
13.10kgs / 28.88lb |
| Carton Size |
50cm * 38cm * 32cm / 19.69inch * 14.96inch * 12.6inch |
| Loading Container |
20GP: 438 cartons * 20 pcs = 8760 pcs 40HQ: 1018 cartons * 20 pcs = 20360 pcs
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