Introducing Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 (Sense) Variants: Pre-Soldered & 3PCS Pack

By: Kezang Loday

18 February 2025 at 12:19

We’re excited to announce new variants of the Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense, now available in Pre-Soldered versions and convenient 3PCS Packs! Whether you’re looking for a hassle-free soldering experience or stocking up for gifting on these Matter-native, ultra-low-power development boards, we’ve got you covered.

XIAO MG24 & XIAO MG24 Sense: Now in 3PCS Pack!

For developers and makers who need multiple boards for prototyping or small-scale production, we now offer a 3PCS Pack of both XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense, along with other XIAO boards such as XIAO ESP32S3, XIAO ESP32C3, XIAO RP2040 and more—also available in 3PCS Packs. Powered by Silicon Labs’ EFR32MG24 SoC, these tiny yet powerful dev boards support Matter over Thread® and Bluetooth® Low Energy 5.3—perfect for IoT applications.

Why Choose the 3PCS Pack?

- More Value – Get three boards at a more cost-effective price.
- Streamlined Prototyping – Easily deploy multiple units for testing
- Perfect for Small-Scale Production – Ideal for businesses and advanced developers.

Both variants retain the classic XIAO form factor (21×17.8mm), 4MB onboard Flash, 19 GPIOs, LED, onboard antenna, and ultra-low power consumption (as low as 1.95μA in sleep mode)—making them ideal for battery-powered Matter projects.

Pre-Soldered XIAO MG24 & XIAO MG24 Sense: Plug-and-Play Simplicity!

We’ve heard your feedback—soldering tiny pads is challenging! That’s why we’re introducing pre-soldered variants of XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense, along with other XIAO boards, allowing you to dive straight into development without extra setup.

Why Choose the Pre-Soldered Version?

- No Soldering Needed – Save time and effort—just unbox and get started!
- Seamless Breadboarding – Easily integrate into your projects.
- More Durable & Reliable – Factory-soldered headers ensure strong, long-lasting connections.

XIAO MG24 vs. XIAO MG24 Sense – What's the Difference?

While both feature the same high-performance ARM Cortex-M33 @ 78MHz, XIAO MG24 Sense goes a step further with two onboard sensors:

- Analog Microphone – For voice detection and audio-based applications.
- 6-Axis IMU – Perfect for motion sensing, TinyML applications, and smart automation.

A Perfect Fit for Battery-Powered Matter Projects

With their ultra-low-power consumption, onboard secure cryptographic engine, and support for multiple IoT communication protocols, the XIAO MG24 variants are ideal for:

- Smart Home Automation (Matter-enabled lighting, security systems, and sensors)
- Environmental Monitoring – battery-powered air quality, temperature, and humidity sensors.
- Remote Sensing & Control – wireless automation and control systems.
- TinyML & Edge AI Applications – gesture recognition, posture tracking, and voice-based control with XIAO MG24 Sense.

Get Yours Now!

Don’t miss out! Whether you’re an IoT developer, prototyping enthusiast, or TinyML innovator, these new XIAO MG24 options make it easier than ever to build and scale your projects.

Now available:

- XIAO MG24 3PCS Pack – $19.35
- XIAO MG24 Sense 3PCS Pack – $27.00
- XIAO MG24 Pre-Soldered – $8.90
- XIAO MG24 Sense Pre-Soldered – $11.90

Stay tuned for more updates from Seeed Studio XIAO, and keep innovating!

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Meet Seeed Studio XIAO MG24, Tailored for Battery-Powered Matter Applications

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By: Lily

31 October 2024 at 15:28

Choosing the right SoC for the next Seeed Studio XIAO is always challenging. It must represent cutting-edge technology, bringing innovation in communication networking, computing performance, or ecosystem compatibility. When Silicon Labs EFR32MG24 came into our view, we were immediately excited by its enormous potential to make the promising Matter® wireless communication protocol accessible to ALL – perfectly aligning with Seeed’s vision of Making Technology Accessible for ALL.

Matter connects IoT platforms and smart home devices across different brands, bridging the gap between different ecosystems like Amazon, Google, and Apple. This new industry-unifying standard provides reliable connections and simplifies development for makers. We are now thrilled to introduce the Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 and the Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 Sense, thumb-sized Matter®-native dev boards all powered by Silicon Labs EFR32MG24!

Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 (Sense), Tailored for Battery-Powered Matter Applications

The Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense are two tiny Arduino-compatible development boards that uniquely combine Matter with the Seeed Studio XIAO ecosystem. The EFR32MG24 Wireless SoC features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 core processor running at 78MHz with DSP instructions, 1536KB Flash memory, and 256KB RAM. Thanks to the Silicon Labs SoC inside, the XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense support Matter® over Thread® and Bluetooth® Low Energy 5.3. In the future, there will be support for the other common 2.4 GHz protocols on the Arduino Core.

In the signature Seeed Studio XIAO form factor (21×17.8mm), both XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense feature 4MB onboard Flash capacity, LED, and 19 GPIOs. The XIAO MG24 Sense additionally includes two onboard sensors: an analog microphone and a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). These new XIAO boards excel in battery management, featuring an onboard charging circuit, internal IO for battery voltage measurement, and support for an increased charging current of 160mA. Their battery management system and ultra-low-power consumption design make them ideal for the rapid development and prototyping of Matter-based battery-powered IoT devices.

“Seeed Studio has consistently delivered innovative and cost-effective hardware solutions that empower developers around the globe. We are thrilled to collaborate with them on the XIAO MG24 boards, which integrate our EFR32MG24B220F1536IM48-B chip. This partnership not only broadens the reach of our technology but also aligns with our vision of fostering a vibrant developer community. We look forward to seeing the creative and impactful applications that will emerge from this collaboration,” says Rob Shane, Vice President, Mass Market Sales & Applications at Silicon Labs.

Seeed Studio XIAO for Matter: XIAO MG24 (Sense) & XIAO ESP32C6

These aren’t our first Matter-compatible XIAOs. Earlier this year, we launched the XIAO ESP32C6, supporting multiple protocols including Zigbee, Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5, and Thread. For those wondering about the differences between these models, please refer to the comparison table below to find the perfect match for your Matter applications.

Join Our Seeed Studio XIAO Early Adopter Program

XIAO MG24 and XIAO MG24 Sense are now available for pre-order through our Bazaar webstore at $7.9 and $10.9 respectively, with shipping expected in late November 2024. To celebrate the launch, here is a limited-time offer: 10% off for the first 100 purchases. Shop NOW.

Seeed Studio XIAO MG24

Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 Sense

To help developers quickly adapt their projects to the XIAO MG24 (Sense), we’re launching our XIAO Early Adopter Program. If you’re an author or maintainer of a popular open-source Matter or IoT project on GitHub, or an influencer on YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram, ensure your users can run your code on the XIAO MG24. Join to receive two free early sample boards (shipping mid-November) and technical support for making your code compatible with this exciting new board.