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Jul 27, 2021 at 22:50 comment added RowanP OK, so there is evidence of at least two different types of modules in circulation. One with a 5 to 3.3 V power regulator and one without. See forum.arduino.cc/t/mpu6050-eagle-files-out-of-date/633197
Jul 27, 2021 at 22:37 comment added RowanP I went back and checked my most recent use of an MPU6050 module, and notwithstanding the link I posted in my answer, I agree with @user3765883, the modules I've had are 5V tolerant as well. I don't have a schematic, but looking at the module closely there is a power regulator onboard marked 4A20. Depending on the specific module you're using I think the previous link about the MPU6050 chip being 3.3 V may be a red herring!
Jul 27, 2021 at 19:40 comment added starship15 What module are you using? I'm using the DFRobots 6DOF module (wiki.dfrobot.com/6_DOF_Sensor-MPU6050__SKU_SEN0142_) and it works fine with a 5V supply. You might also try taking a look at this (fpaynter.com/2019/10/basic-arduino-mpu6050-gy-521-test) and related articles about the MP6050 on my website (fpaynter.com)
Jul 23, 2021 at 14:17 comment added Tobias Guo Thanks for linking that checklist. I will run through that to see if I have missed anything or if there is anything else I can do to fix it. I was under the impression that the VCC pin on the MPU 6050 was designed to be able to handle a 5V power supply, but maybe I was wrong. I will definitely try switching to a 3.3V power supply!
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