ATSAMA5D27C-D5M-CU - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

ATSAMA5D27C-D5M-CU

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

The ATSAMA5D27C-D5M-CU is a high-performance, low-power embedded microprocessor featuring the ARM Cortex-A5 core. Designed for a wide range of industrial, consumer, and automotive applications, this processor supports rich multimedia, connectivity, and real-time capabilities.

Product Features and Performance

Core Processor: ARM Cortex-A5

Number of Cores/Bus Width: 1 Core, 32-Bit

Speed: 500MHz

Co-Processors/DSP: Multimedia, NEON MPE for enhanced media processing

RAM Controllers: Supports a wide range of RAMs including LPDDR1, LPDDR2, LPDDR3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, QSPI

Graphics Acceleration: Integrated for improved graphical performance

Display & Interface Controllers: Support for Keyboard, LCD, Touchscreen interfaces

Ethernet: 10/100Mbps

USB: USB 2.0 + HSIC for high-speed data transfer

Voltage I/O: 3.3V

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

Product Advantages

Low power consumption enhances battery life for portable devices.

High integration reduces overall system costs.

Secure boot and crypto engines ensure the security of applications.

Wide range of supported RAM types offers design flexibility.

Multimedia and graphics acceleration promote rich user interfaces and experiences.

Key Technical Parameters

Speed: 500MHz

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

I/O Voltage: 3.3V

Ethernet Speed: 10/100Mbps

USB Standard: 2.0

Quality and Safety Features

ARM TrustZone (TZ) technology for secure operations

Secure boot, JTAG, and memory for application integrity

Real-Time Integrity Checker (RTIC)

Secure Fusebox for key storage and hardware encryption acceleration

Compatibility

Supports a wide array of memory interfaces

Compatible with various display and connectivity interfaces for versatile use in numerous applications

Application Areas

Industrial control systems

Automotive infotainment systems

Home automation and smart appliances

High-end wearables

Secure point-of-sale (POS) terminals

Product Lifecycle

Product Status: Active

This microprocessor is actively supported and not currently nearing discontinuation, ensuring long-term availability and support.

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Superior power efficiency for energy-sensitive applications.

Comprehensive security features ensure the protection of sensitive data and intellectual property.

The processor's support for a broad range of interfaces and RAM types facilitates flexible design choices.

Enhanced multimedia capabilities enable the development of visually rich and interactive applications.

Robust operating temperature range makes it suitable for harsh environment applications.

Active product lifecycle status guarantees ongoing support and availability, minimizing risks in long-term projects.