M5Stack Core2 AWS ESP32 IoT Development Kit is the official hardware platform for the AWS IoT Kit, designed to simplify and lower the cost of creating connected cloud applications. Powered by the robust M5Stack Core2, this kit integrates an ESP32 dual-core processor, flexible I/O options, and modular expansion. It also features the Microchip ATECC608 Trust&GO security chip, pre-configured for encrypted communication and identity verification—essential for secure IoT deployments. The Core2 for AWS comes with a touch-enabled display, built-in microphone, speaker, 6-axis IMU, vibration motor, and rechargeable battery—providing all the essentials for prototyping smart home devices, industrial automation, or remote monitoring systems. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, the M5Stack Core2 for AWS ESP32 IoT Kit delivers a reliable, secure, and scalable foundation to bring your AWS IoT projects to reality. Discover more about the Core2 for AWS IoT Kit program at https://core2-for-aws-docs.m5stack.com The M5Stack Core2 for AWS is an enhanced ESP32 IoT development kit officially endorsed by AWS. As part of the AWS IoT Kit learning ecosystem, it’s suitable for both newcomers and advanced users. At its core lies the ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3 microcontroller, offering dual 32-bit Xtensa LX6 cores, a 240MHz clock, and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. With 8MB PSRAM and 16MB flash, it ensures dependable performance across diverse IoT use cases. The device includes a 2.0-inch capacitive touchscreen for intuitive interaction, plus a vibration motor, RTC module, and AXP192 power management for optimized energy efficiency. Other hardware highlights include: TF card slot (supports microSD up to 16GB) Integrated speaker with I2S amplifier 3 front-facing capacitive touch keys Dedicated power and reset buttons on the sides The included M5GO Bottom2 for AWS expands capabilities with: MPU6886 6-axis IMU and temperature sensor SPM1423 digital microphone for audio input 10 RGB LEDs (SK6812) for lighting effects 500mAh lithium battery for portable operation Microchip ATECC608 Trust & GO for hardware-level authentication CP2104 interface for battery communication The M5Stack Core2 AWS ESP32 IoT Development Kit is a ready-to-use, secure, and expandable solution for edge computing, smart home integration, industrial systems, and AWS-based IoT applications. For assistance or community discussions, visit our forum: forum.m5stack.com Product Features Official reference kit for AWS IoT learning and prototyping Powered by ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3 with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi support Equipped with 16MB Flash and 8MB PSRAM for smooth performance Integrated ATECC608 secure element for hardware-level encryption Responsive capacitive touch display Onboard PDM microphone, status LED, 6-axis IMU, vibration motor, I2S audio codec, amplifier, speaker, RTC, and reset/power buttons TF card slot supporting microSD up to 16GB Rechargeable 500mAh lithium battery with advanced power management Certified through the AWS Device Qualification Program Compatible with multiple development environments: UIFlow MicroPython FreeRTOS Arduino .NET nano Framework What’s Inside 1 × M5Stack Core2 main unit 1 × M5GO Bottom2 for AWS expansion base 1 × 50cm Type-C USB cable 1 × Hex key tool Use Cases IoT device controller STEM and coding education DIY and maker projects Technical Specifications Component Details Processor ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3, dual-core 240MHz, 600 DMIPS, 520KB SRAM, Wi-Fi Flash Memory 16MB PSRAM 8MB Security ATECC608B-TNGTLSU-G encryption chip (addr 0x35) Input Voltage 5V Touch Controller (FT6336U) ESP32 Pin GPIO21 GPIO22 GPIO39 AXP192 FT6336U SDA SCL INT Microphone & Audio Amplifier (NS4168) ESP32 Pin GPIO12 GPIO0 GPIO2 AXP_IO2 GPIO34 NS4168 BCLK LRCK DATA SPK_EN SPM1423 Mic CLK DATA AXP192 Power & Indicators AXP192 AXP_IO1 AXP_LDO3 Status LED (Green) Vcc / Vibration Motor Vcc RTC (BM8563) ESP32 Pin GPIO21 GPIO22 AXP192 AXP_PWR BM8563 SDA SCL INT IMU & Pogo Pin ESP32 Pin GPIO21 GPIO22 MPU6886 SDA SCL Pogo Pin SDA SCL USB-to-Serial (CP2104) ESP32 Pin GPIO1 GPIO3 CP2104 RXD TXD PSRAM ESP32 Pin GPIO8 GPIO7 GPIO10 GPIO9 GPIO17 GPIO16 ESP-PSRAM64H SI/SIO0 SO/SIO1 SIO2 SIO3 SCLK CS# SK6812 RGB LED ESP32 Pin GPIOxx SK6812 DIN SK6812 RGB LED ESP32 Pin GPIO25 SK6812-LED DATA Internal I2C Bus Mapping Device GPIO21 (SDA) GPIO22 (SCL) MPU6886 IMU SDA SCL AXP192 Power Management SDA SCL BM8563 RTC SDA SCL FT6336U Touch Controller SDA SCL ATECC608 Security Chip SDA SCL Charging Current (Measured) Condition Current (Power OFF) Current (Power ON) Charging 0.055A 0.147A Peak Charging Current 0.219A