ATSAMA5D22A-CNR

The ATSAMA5D22A-CNR is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 microprocessor IC from the SAMA5D2 series featuring a single 32-bit core running at 500 MHz in a 196-TFBGA (11×11) package. It is designed for embedded and industrial applications that require moderate processing performance, integrated multimedia capabilities, and a comprehensive security feature set.

This device combines a 500 MHz Cortex-A5 core with NEON™ MPE multimedia acceleration, multi-standard memory controller support, and a broad set of peripheral interfaces to simplify system design and meet industrial operating requirements.

Key Features

• Core  ARM® Cortex®-A5 single 32-bit core running at 500 MHz provides the primary processing capability for embedded workloads.
• Multimedia Acceleration  Includes NEON™ MPE multimedia co-processor support to accelerate signal and media processing tasks.
• Memory and Storage  On-chip controllers support LPDDR1/LPDDR2/LPDDR3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L and QSPI enabling flexible memory configurations.
• Display and UI  Display interface controllers for keyboard, LCD and touchscreen make the device suitable for graphical human-machine interfaces.
• Connectivity  Integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1), USB 2.0 with HSIC, and I2C provide common wired connectivity options for embedded systems.
• Security and Trust  Comprehensive security features including ARM TrustZone (TZ), Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory and Secure RTC support secure device designs.
• Power and I/O  3.3 V I/O voltage compatibility for common peripheral interfacing.
• Package and Mounting  196-TFBGA (11×11) CSBGA surface-mount package suitable for compact board designs.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated for operation from −40 °C to 105 °C for deployment in industrial environments.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control  Reliable operation across −40 °C to 105 °C and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity make the device suited for industrial controllers and automation nodes.
• Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)  LCD and touchscreen interface controllers plus graphics acceleration enable graphical user interfaces for operator panels and kiosks.
• Secure Embedded Systems  Built-in ARM TrustZone, boot security, cryptography and secure storage features support secure boot and protected data handling in embedded devices.
• Edge Connectivity Modules  Integrated Ethernet, USB 2.0 with HSIC and I2C support networked peripherals and local connectivity for edge devices.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced processing and multimedia  A 500 MHz Cortex-A5 core with NEON™ MPE provides a balance of control-plane performance and media acceleration for mixed workloads.
• Flexible memory support  Wide range of supported memory types (LPDDR1/2/3, DDR2/3/3L, QSPI) simplifies selection of cost and performance trade-offs.
• Integrated security stack  Multiple hardware security features reduce the need for external security components and simplify secure system design.
• Industrial-ready temperature range  Rated −40 °C to 105 °C for deployments in demanding environmental conditions.
• Compact surface-mount package  196-TFBGA (11×11) package enables compact board layouts while retaining a broad set of interfaces.
• RoHS compliant  Meets RoHS requirements for use in regulated markets.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D22A-CNR?

The ATSAMA5D22A-CNR positions itself as a compact, industrial-grade embedded MPU offering a 500 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core, multimedia acceleration, broad memory compatibility and an extensive security feature set. Its integrated peripherals—including Ethernet, USB 2.0, I2C and display controllers—help reduce external component count and streamline system design.

Ideal for designers building industrial controllers, HMIs, secure embedded systems and edge connectivity modules, this part delivers a combination of performance, integration and temperature robustness that supports long-term deployment in embedded applications. As part of the SAMA5D2 family from Microchip Technology, it aligns with series-level documentation and resources for system integration and development.

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