AM3356BZCZ80

The AM3356BZCZ80 is a single-core ARM® Cortex®-A8 32-bit microprocessor from the Sitara™ AM335x family, operating at 800 MHz. It integrates multimedia acceleration and a broad set of I/O and memory controller options targeted at embedded systems that require display, networking, and security capabilities.

Designed for commercial-grade applications, the device provides hardware support for multimedia processing and graphics acceleration alongside multi-protocol connectivity, making it suitable for embedded human‑machine interfaces, networking appliances, and general-purpose embedded control systems.

Key Features

• Core 
  ARM® Cortex®-A8 single 32‑bit core running at 800 MHz for general embedded processing.
• Multimedia and SIMD 
  Integrated multimedia co-processor with NEON™ SIMD support to accelerate media and signal processing tasks.
• Memory Controllers 
  Supports LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3 and DDR3L memory interfaces to match a range of system memory requirements.
• Display and Graphics 
  Built-in LCD and touchscreen display controllers plus graphics acceleration for HMI and display-driven applications.
• Ethernet 
  Two 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers for wired networking and connectivity-intensive designs.
• USB 
  Two USB 2.0 controllers with integrated PHY on-chip.
• Additional Interfaces 
  CAN interface available for vehicle-style or industrial fieldbus connectivity.
• Security 
  On-chip cryptography and a hardware random number generator to support secure communications and data protection.
• Package and Mounting 
  Supplier device package: 324‑NFBGA (15×15); package case listed as 324‑LFBGA. Surface-mount package suitable for compact board designs.
• Operating Range and Compliance 
  Commercial grade device with operating temperature range 0 °C to 90 °C and RoHS compliance.

Typical Applications

• Industrial HMI and Displays 
  Use the LCD/touchscreen controllers and graphics acceleration to drive user interfaces and local displays.
• Embedded Networking Appliances 
  Dual gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0 interfaces enable network gateways, routers, and edge devices.
• Multimedia-Enabled Devices 
  NEON SIMD and multimedia co-processor support media playback and signal processing in consumer and industrial embeds.
• Control and Automation 
  CAN interface and broad memory support suit machine control, data acquisition, and automation systems.

Unique Advantages

• Single-core performance at 800 MHz: Provides a balance of processing throughput and predictable single-threaded execution for control and HMI tasks.
• Integrated connectivity: Dual gigabit Ethernet, dual USB 2.0 with PHY, and CAN reduce external interface components and simplify board design.
• Flexible memory support: Native support for LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR3L enables designers to select memory types that match cost and power targets.
• On-chip security primitives: Built-in cryptography and a random number generator support secure boot and encrypted communications without requiring separate security ICs.
• Compact BGA package: 324‑NFBGA (15×15) surface-mount package allows dense integration in space-constrained systems.
• Commercial-grade and RoHS compliant: Designed for commercial embedded products with environmental compliance for streamlined manufacturing.

Why Choose AM3356BZCZ80?

The AM3356BZCZ80 offers a practical combination of processing capability, multimedia acceleration, and extensive I/O in a compact surface-mount package. Its mix of dual gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, CAN, display controllers, and flexible memory support makes it well suited to embedded designs that need integrated connectivity and HMI features without excessive external components.

For engineering teams building commercial embedded systems—such as industrial HMIs, edge networking devices, and multimedia-enabled controllers—the AM3356BZCZ80 provides a scalable foundation with on-chip security and broad memory/interface options that support long-term design stability and BOM simplification.

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