M5Stack is preparing to launch the Tab5, a 5-inch smart touch terminal powered by the ESP32-P4 RISC-V processor, in early May. Designed as a compact and integrated platform for interactive applications, the device combines a multi-touch display, flexible I/O options, and wireless connectivity within a modular form factor.

The Tab5 features a 5-inch IPS display with capacitive multi-touch, enabling responsive interaction with graphical user interfaces. It is powered by a dual-core ESP32-P4 processor running at 400 MHz, paired with 32MB of PSRAM to support real-time applications. Wireless connectivity is handled by an integrated ESP32-C6, which provides Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 for high-speed communication.

ESP32-P4 Block Diagram
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Integrated into the device are a 2-megapixel camera, dual microphones, and a 1W speaker, making the Tab5 capable of multimedia input and output tasks. The image of the device also reveals several onboard interfaces, including USB-A, USB-C, microSD card slot, headset jack, and RS485, along with Grove and M5Bus connectors for sensor and module expansion. Additional onboard functionality includes a PMS150C power management system, test/debug ports, and labeled breakout pins for GPIO, I²C, UART, and SPI, allowing for flexible hardware integration.

M5Stack TAB5 
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Two configurations will be available: one includes support for a removable 2S NP-F550 battery, and the other operates without an internal battery, making the Tab5 adaptable to either fixed or portable deployments. Expansion options for LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, and Cat-M connectivity are supported through modular add-ons. M5Stack has not yet provided details regarding the physical dimensions of the device.

Further Information

According to M5Stack’s latest announcements, the Tab5 will launch on May 9. Pricing has not yet been disclosed.