DESCRIPTION
Unitree Dex5-1 is a Robotic-Arms from Unitree Robotics. It is built for Assembly, Manipulation, Research. Key figures: 20 degrees of freedom, released 2025.
High-dexterity 20-DOF tactile robotic hand with force-controlled joints and rich sensing for manipulation research and humanoid integration.
FEATURES
- high-dexterity design, 20-DOF tactile robotic hand, force-controlled joints, rich sensing capabilities, dexterous manipulation support, tactile control research capability, humanoid robot hand integration
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | 1.0 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | L 217.3 mm × W 127.5 mm × H 72.1 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
| Degrees of Freedom | 20 |
| Environment | indoor lab/research, manufacturing/assembly line, healthcare assistance settings, humanoid robot integration (e.g. Unitree H1/H1-2 platforms) |
| Power | |
| Charging Type | wired DC power input (24-60V, no onboard battery; powered via host robot/power supply) |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Software / AI | proprietary hand control firmware/SDK, ROS/ROS 2 compatible, supports RL-based tactile manipulation algorithms |
Videos

Robot Hand Solves Rubik’s Cube Meet the Unitree Dex5!
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ROBOT FORUMS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | 1.0 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | L 217.3 mm × W 127.5 mm × H 72.1 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
| Degrees of Freedom | 20 |
| Environment | indoor lab/research, manufacturing/assembly line, healthcare assistance settings, humanoid robot integration (e.g. Unitree H1/H1-2 platforms) |
| Power | |
| Charging Type | wired DC power input (24-60V, no onboard battery; powered via host robot/power supply) |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Software / AI | proprietary hand control firmware/SDK, ROS/ROS 2 compatible, supports RL-based tactile manipulation algorithms |
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Videos

Robot Hand Solves Rubik’s Cube Meet the Unitree Dex5!
Unitree Robotics

Figure Helix S1 & Unitree Dex5-1P AI Robots Outperform Humans ($69,900 G1 Upgrade)
Unitree Robotics

AI ROBOTS: Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot for Surgery? Tesla Optimus Cage Match? KEENON China Takeover?
Unitree Robotics
ROBOT FORUMS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Unitree Dex5-1?
High-dexterity 20-DOF tactile robotic hand with force-controlled joints and rich sensing for manipulation research and humanoid integration.
Who makes the Unitree Dex5-1?
The Unitree Dex5-1 is made by Unitree Robotics, a robotics company based in China.
How much does the Unitree Dex5-1 cost?
Unitree Robotics has not publicly announced pricing for the Unitree Dex5-1. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the Unitree Dex5-1 used for?
The Unitree Dex5-1 is designed for assembly, manipulation, and research. It is used in research and manufacturing settings.
How much does the Unitree Dex5-1 weigh?
The Unitree Dex5-1 weighs 1.0 kg.
How many degrees of freedom does the Unitree Dex5-1 have?
The Unitree Dex5-1 has 20 degrees of freedom.
When was the Unitree Dex5-1 released?
The Unitree Dex5-1 was released in 2025.
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