M5Stack Cardputer Adv Version (ESP32-S3)
A tiny computer that keeps the keys physical.
Brand
M5StackReference Price
$29.90 US reference
Reference price; regional pricing and bundles may differ.
Consumer Electronics Details
Product type
Card-sized programmable computer / controller
Core feature
Stamp-S3A / ESP32-S3FN8, 56-key keyboard, 1.14-inch 240 × 135 LCD and expansion buses
Battery / runtime
Built-in 1750mAh Li-ion battery; runtime varies by firmware and peripherals
Compatibility
Arduino, UIFlow2, ESP-IDF and PlatformIO; M5Cardputer library documented
Size / weight
84.0 × 54.0 × 19.6mm; 81.0g
Key Facts
Connectivity / expansion
USB-C, HY2.0-4P Grove, EXT 2.54-14P, microSD and infrared emitter
Audio / motion
ES8311 codec, MEMS microphone, 1W speaker output and BMI270 6-axis IMU
Operating temperature
0–40°C
Package
1 × Cardputer-Adv; verify regional package contents
Reference price
US$29.90 on M5Stack store, checked 2026-10-07; regional price may differ
Product Overview
Cardputer Adv packages a Stamp-S3A / ESP32-S3FN8 controller, 56-key keyboard, 1.14-inch LCD, microSD, Grove and EXT expansion, audio hardware, motion sensing and a 1750mAh battery in a card-sized body. It is a programmable platform for embedded experiments, not a finished laptop or phone.
What Stands Out
It turns a development board into a coherent portable object: physical keys, screen, battery, mounting details and documented Arduino, UIFlow2, ESP-IDF and PlatformIO paths arrive as one exact SKU.
Why It Matters
Cardputer Adv shows how a Chinese maker brand can make embedded development feel like a portable instrument, with direct input and visible feedback rather than a loose board-and-cable setup.
Best For
Makers, embedded developers, educators and curious users who want a portable keyboard-first interface for hardware experiments.
Not For
People seeking a smartphone, general-purpose laptop or no-setup consumer appliance; useful outcomes depend on project-specific software and peripherals.
Things to Know
The official M5Stack store showed a US$29.90 reference and 10+ in stock on October 7, 2026. Confirm local shipping, service terms and current stock before ordering.
Confirm the exact K132-ADV SKU. The older K132 Cardputer Kit and Cardputer v1.1 use different battery, audio and expansion arrangements.
The K152 Cardputer Mesh Kit adds separate LoRa/GNSS hardware; those radio and positioning features are not part of the base K132-ADV package.
Runtime and project behavior depend on firmware, attached peripherals and software setup; a universal runtime or wireless-range claim is not established here.
The base listing includes one Cardputer-Adv. Check regional package contents rather than assuming sensors, radio modules or accessories are included.
Sources
M5Stack Cardputer Adv official store
shop.m5stack.com
Covers
Exact K132-ADV identity, US$29.90 reference, time-bound 10+ in-stock state, package, specifications and variant comparison.
M5Stack Cardputer-Adv documentation
docs.m5stack.com
Covers
Official setup and software paths for K132-Adv, including Arduino/PlatformIO environment and M5Cardputer library.
M5Stack Cardputer-Adv launch article
shop.m5stack.com
Covers
Official design and battery revision context; not a substitute for the current product table.
M5Stack Cardputer controllers collection
shop.m5stack.com
Covers
Separates Cardputer Adv from the K152 Cardputer Mesh Kit and shows current official product paths.
M5Stack Cardputer K132 predecessor
shop.m5stack.com
Covers
Official EOL page that directs users to Cardputer-Adv; used to keep predecessor facts separate.
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