Some ESP32 boards too "weak" for Waveshare epaper HATs? Reliable options?

[Mahko_Mahko]

Take a look at this post and thread.

What's your favourite ESP32 board? (# Best, good, cheap, quality, reliable)

You know mine. QuinLED-ESP32 Properly selected 3.3v 800mA voltage regulator and quality capacitors, capable of powering many peripherals. IMO this is the main failing of the Chinese boards. Plus other design improvements over the ESP32 mini clones while remaining pin for pin compatible, e.g. USB-C, extra gnd pins, protected 5v supply. Available with or without soldered headers, onboard or external antenna, wired Ethernet top hat available. Delivery ~2 weeks form the worldwide store to Oz. …