Difference between Microcontroller and MCU

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ESP32 and STM32 are both common embedded processors with different characteristics and applicable fields.

1. ESP32 :

   • Features : ESP32 is a low-power, highly integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth dual-mode system chip launched by Espressif. It has dual-core processors, low-power sleep mode, and rich peripheral interfaces.
   • Application areas : Due to its wireless communication function, ESP32 is often used in Internet of Things (IoT) applications, including smart homes, smart cities, sensor networks, remote monitoring and other fields. At the same time, due to its low cost and ease of use, it is also widely used in embedded development and education.

2. STM32 :

   • Features : STM32 is a series of 32-bit ARM Cortex-M microcontroller products launched by STMicroelectronics. It has rich peripherals and functions and is suitable for various application scenarios.
   • Application areas : STM32 microcontrollers are widely used in various fields such as industrial control, automotive electronics, consumer electronics, medical equipment, communication equipment, etc. Due to its high performance, high integration and flexibility, the STM32 product series can meet the needs of different application scenarios, ranging from simple control tasks to complex graphical interface applications.

To sum up, ESP32 is mainly used in the field of Internet of Things, while STM32 covers a wider range of applications and is suitable for the development of various embedded systems and products.