Embedded - Microprocessors

Category Introduction

Microprocessor products are integrated circuits used for information and data processing. They are differentiated from similar products that are considered microcontrollers primarily by the manufacturer's choice of term, though by tradition microprocessors do not integrate working memory within the device, are less likely to integrate mixed-signal peripherals, and likely to be used under more complex software paradigms involving the use of an operating system to manage the concomitant execution of multiple tasks.

Product List

8368 Items

Mfr Part #	Quantity Available	UnitPrice	Series	Packaging	Product Status	Core Processor	Number of Cores/Bus Width	Speed	Co-Processors/DSP	RAM Controllers	Graphics Acceleration	Display & Interface Controllers	Ethernet	SATA	USB	Voltage - I/O	Operating Temperature	Security Features	Package / Case	Supplier Device Package
Z84C0008PEG IC MPU Z80 8MHZ 40DIP Zilog	30	$8.69	Z80	Tube	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	8MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	-40°C ~ 100°C (TA)	-	40-DIP (0.620", 15.75mm)	40-PDIP
Z84C0010VEG IC MPU Z80 10MHZ 44PLCC Zilog	88	$8.98	Z80	Tube	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	10MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	-40°C ~ 100°C (TA)	-	44-LCC (J-Lead)	44-PLCC
AT91SAM9G35-CU IC MCU 32BIT 64KB ROM 217BGA Microchip Technology	52	$11.30	SAM9G	Tray	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	400MHz	-	DDR2, SDRAM, SRAM	No	LCD, Touchscreen	10/100Mbps	-	USB 2.0 (3)	1.8V, 3.3V	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-	217-LFBGA	217-LFBGA (15x15)
SM712GX04LF04-BA LYNXEM4+ BA PB FREE Silicon Motion, Inc.	6	$32.97		Tray	Active	LynxEM	-	135MHz	Multimedia; RAMDAC	SGRAM	Yes	DMA, LCD, LVDS	-	-	-	3.3V	0°C ~ 75°C (TA)	-	256-BBGA	256-BGA (27x27)
SM502GX08LF02-AC VOYAGERGX 8MB PB FREE Silicon Motion, Inc.	10	$35.29		Tray	Active	SM502	1 Core	240MHz	-	SDR	Yes	-	-	-	USB 1.1 (1)	-	0°C ~ 70°C	-	297-LFBGA	297-BGA (19x19)
SM750GX160001-AC LYNXEXP 16MB HALOGEN FREE Silicon Motion, Inc.	10	$40.05	LynxExp	Tray	Active	LynxExpress	1 Core	300MHz	-	DDR	Yes	DMA, DVO, TMDS, LVDS	-	-	USB 3.0	-	0°C ~ 70°C	-	265-LFBGA	265-BGA (17x17)
OMAPL138EZWTD4 IC MPU OMAP-L1X 456MHZ 361NFBGA Texas Instruments	18	$46.97	OMAP-L1x	Bulk	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	456MHz	Signal Processing; C674x, System Control; CP15	SDRAM	No	LCD	10/100Mbps (1)	SATA 3Gbps (1)	USB 1.1 + PHY (1), USB 2.0 + PHY (1)	1.8V, 3.3V	-40°C ~ 90°C (TJ)	Boot Security, Cryptography	361-LFBGA	361-NFBGA (16x16)
SM750KE160000-AC LYNXEXP 16MB HALOGEN FREE + EXT Silicon Motion, Inc.	14	$53.48	LynxExp	Tray	Active	LynxExpress	1 Core	300MHz	-	DDR	Yes	DMA, DVO, TMDS, LVDS	-	-	USB 3.0	-	-40°C ~ 85°C	-	265-LFBGA	265-BGA (17x17)
OMAP5912ZDY IC MPU OMAP-59XX 192MHZ 289BGA Texas Instruments	14	$57.88	OMAP-59xx	Tray	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	192MHz	Signal Processing; C55x, System Control; CP15	LPDDR	No	Keyboard, LCD	-	-	USB 1.1 (1), USB 1.x (2)	1.8V, 2.75V, 3.3V	-40°C ~ 85°C (TC)	Cryptography, Random Number Generator	289-BGA	289-BGA (19x19)
SM768GE0B0000-AB FALCON 256MB DDR3 HALOGEN FREE + Silicon Motion, Inc.	8	$60.35		Tray	Active	GPU	1 Core	340MHz	-	DDR3	Yes	-	-	-	USB 2.0 (4), USB 3.0 (1)	-	-40°C ~ 85°C	-	300-BGA	300-BGA (17x17)
Z84C0010PEG IC MPU Z80 10MHZ 40DIP Zilog	71	$8.41	Z80	Tube	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	10MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	-40°C ~ 100°C (TA)	-	40-DIP (0.620", 15.75mm)	40-PDIP
Z84C0006PEG IC MPU Z80 6MHZ 40DIP Zilog	103	$8.75	Z80	Tube	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	6MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	-40°C ~ 100°C (TA)	-	40-DIP (0.620", 15.75mm)	40-PDIP
MCIMX6Z0DVM09AB IC MPU I.MX6ULZ 900MHZ 289MAPBGA NXP USA Inc.	58	$14.70	i.MX6	Tray	Active	ARM® Cortex®-A7	1 Core, 32-Bit	900MHz	Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD	LPDDR2, DDR3, DDR3L	No	Keypad	-	-	USB 2.0 OTG + PHY (2)	-	0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)	A-HAB, ARM TZ, CSU, SJC, SNVS	289-LFBGA	289-MAPBGA (14x14)
T31ZX 5MP H.265 VIDEO PROCESSOR - 128M Lumissil Microsystems	77	$11.37		Tray	Active	XBurst® 1	1 Core, 32-Bit	1.5GHz	Image Signal Processor, Video Processor Unit	DDR2	-	Smart LCD	10/100Mbps	-	USB 2.0 OTG (1)	1.5V ~ 3.6V	-20°C ~ 85°C (TA)	DTRNG/RSA/SHA	88-VFQFN Exposed Pad	88-QFN (9x9)
NUC980DK71Y IC MPU ARM9 128MB DDR-II MEMORYL Nuvoton Technology Corporation	57	$15.64	NuMicro NUC980	Tray	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	300MHz	-	DDR2	Yes	-	10/100Mbps (2)	-	USB 1.1 (6), USB 2.0 (2)	-	-40°C ~ 85°C	-	128-LQFP	128-LQFP (14x14)
AT91SAM9G46B-CU IC MCU 32BIT 64KB ROM 324TFBGA Microchip Technology	50	$19.10	SAM9G	Tray	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	400MHz	-	LPDDR, LPSDR, DDR2, SDR, SRAM	No	LCD, Touchscreen	10/100Mbps	-	USB 2.0 (3)	1.8V, 3.3V	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-	324-TFBGA	324-TFBGA (15x15)
Z84C1510FEG IC MPU Z80 10MHZ 100QFP Zilog	13	$19.79	Z80	Tray	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	10MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	-40°C ~ 100°C (TA)	-	100-QFP	100-QFP
MCIMX6G1CVM05AB IC MPU I.MX6UL 289BGA NXP USA Inc.	35	$21.77	i.MX6UL	Tray	Active	ARM® Cortex®-A7	1 Core, 32-Bit	528MHz	Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD	LPDDR2, DDR3, DDR3L	No	LVDS	10/100Mbps (1)	-	USB 2.0 + PHY (2)	1.2V, 1.35V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 2.8V, 3.3V	-40°C ~ 105°C (TJ)	ARM TZ, A-HAB, CAAM, CSU, SJC, SNVS	289-LFBGA	289-MAPBGA (14x14)
AM1808EZWT4 IC MPU SITARA 456MHZ 361NFBGA Texas Instruments	46	$21.74	Sitara™	Tray	Active	ARM926EJ-S	1 Core, 32-Bit	456MHz	System Control; CP15	LPDDR, DDR2	No	LCD	10/100Mbps (1)	SATA 3Gbps (1)	USB 1.1 + PHY (1), USB 2.0 + PHY (1)	1.8V, 3.3V	0°C ~ 90°C (TJ)	-	361-LFBGA	361-NFBGA (16x16)
Z84C1516FSG IC MPU Z80 16MHZ 100QFP Zilog	4	$22.16	Z80	Tray	Active	Z80	1 Core, 8-Bit	16MHz	-	-	No	-	-	-	-	5.0V	0°C ~ 70°C (TA)	-	100-QFP	100-QFP

About Microprocessors

What are Microprocessors?

Microprocessors

Microprocessors are the central processing units (CPUs) of embedded systems, acting as the brain of these devices. They execute a sequence of stored instructions called a program, which processes data and controls other components of the system. Operating on the principles of fetching, decoding, and executing instructions, microprocessors perform arithmetic, logic, control, and input/output operations. Their architecture typically includes an arithmetic logic unit (ALU), control unit, and registers, enabling them to perform complex computations and manage data flow efficiently.

Types of Microprocessors

1. General-Purpose Microprocessors

These are versatile processors used in a wide range of applications, from personal computers to embedded systems. They are designed to handle various tasks, offering a balance between performance and power consumption. Examples include Intel's x86 and ARM processors, known for their flexibility and adaptability.

2. Digital Signal Processors (DSPs)

DSPs are specialized microprocessors optimized for high-speed numeric calculations, essential in processing digital signals. They are widely used in audio, video, and telecommunications applications, where real-time data processing is crucial. Their architecture is tailored for repetitive, intensive mathematical operations.

3. Microcontrollers

Microcontrollers integrate a microprocessor with memory and peripheral interfaces, designed for specific control applications. They are cost-effective and energy-efficient, making them ideal for embedded systems in consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial automation. Examples include the AVR and PIC microcontrollers.

4. Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)

ASICs are custom-designed microprocessors tailored for specific applications. They offer high performance and efficiency for dedicated tasks, such as graphics processing or network routing. Their design is fixed, providing optimized solutions for particular functions.

How to choose Microprocessors?

When selecting a microprocessor, consider the following key parameters:

Performance: Evaluate the processing speed, measured in MHz or GHz, and the number of cores to ensure it meets the application's demands.
Power Consumption: Consider the power efficiency, especially for battery-operated devices, to balance performance with energy usage.
Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with existing hardware and software, including operating systems and peripheral interfaces.
Cost: Balance the budget constraints with the required features and performance levels.
Reliability: Assess the manufacturer's reputation, product reviews, and warranty options to ensure long-term reliability.

Evaluate product quality by reviewing technical specifications, conducting benchmark tests, and consulting industry reviews. Consider environmental factors such as temperature range and humidity, and ensure proper installation with adequate cooling and protection against electromagnetic interference.

Applications of Microprocessors

1. Consumer Electronics

Microprocessors are integral to devices like smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs, where they manage user interfaces, run applications, and handle multimedia processing. They enable seamless connectivity and enhance user experiences through efficient data processing.

2. Automotive Industry

In vehicles, microprocessors control engine management systems, infotainment units, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). They ensure optimal performance, safety, and comfort by processing sensor data and executing control algorithms.

3. Industrial Automation

Microprocessors drive automation in manufacturing, controlling robotic arms, conveyor belts, and monitoring systems. They enhance productivity and precision by executing real-time control tasks and data analysis.

4. Healthcare

In medical devices, microprocessors process data from sensors, manage user interfaces, and control therapeutic equipment. They are crucial in diagnostic tools, patient monitoring systems, and wearable health devices, ensuring accurate and timely healthcare delivery.

5. Telecommunications

Microprocessors enable data transmission and network management in telecommunications infrastructure. They handle signal processing, routing, and switching, ensuring efficient communication across networks and devices.