ATSAMA5D22B-CN

The ATSAMA5D22B-CN is an ARM® Cortex®-A5 microprocessor IC from Microchip Technology, featuring a single 32-bit core running at 500 MHz in a 196-TFBGA (11×11) package. It is targeted for embedded applications that require integrated connectivity, display support, and hardware security.

With on-chip multimedia acceleration, broad memory controller support, industrial-grade operating range, and a comprehensive security feature set, the device provides a balanced combination of performance and system integration for industrial and embedded designs.

Key Features

• Core and Performance – ARM® Cortex®-A5 single core, 32-bit CPU running at 500 MHz with multimedia co-processor support including NEON™ MPE.
• Memory Interfaces – Built-in controllers for LPDDR1, LPDDR2, LPDDR3, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L and QSPI to support a variety of system memory configurations.
• Display and HMI – Integrated controllers for keyboard, LCD and touchscreen interfaces plus graphics acceleration for user interface applications.
• Connectivity – 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1) and USB 2.0 with HSIC provide standard wired networking and peripheral support; I2C is available for auxiliary device interfacing.
• Security and Boot – Hardware features include ARM TrustZone (ARM TZ), boot security, cryptography, RTIC, secure fusebox, secure JTAG, secure memory and secure RTC to help protect system integrity.
• Power and IO – 3.3 V IO voltage support for compatibility with common embedded peripherals.
• Package and Mounting – 196-TFBGA (11×11) CSBGA package, surface mount mounting type.
• Operating Range and Compliance – Industrial operating temperature range of −40°C to 105°C and RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) – Integrated LCD, touchscreen and graphics acceleration make the device suitable for control panels and operator displays.
• Industrial Networking – 10/100 Mbps Ethernet combined with industrial temperature range supports embedded networked devices and controllers.
• Secure Embedded Systems – On-chip security features including ARM TZ, secure JTAG and cryptography enable secure boot and protected runtime for sensitive applications.
• Peripheral-Rich Controllers – USB 2.0 + HSIC and I2C support facilitate connection to sensors, storage and USB peripherals in embedded designs.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced CPU and Multimedia Support: A 500 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A5 core with NEON™ MPE provides compute headroom for control tasks and multimedia processing.
• Flexible Memory Options: Support for LPDDR1/2/3, DDR2/3/3L and QSPI allows designers to choose memory types that match performance and cost targets.
• Comprehensive Security Stack: Multiple hardware security features (ARM TZ, secure fusebox, secure memory, secure RTC) help simplify secure system design and boot protection.
• Industrial-Grade Operation: Specified for −40°C to 105°C operation, enabling use in temperature-demanding embedded applications.
• Integrated Connectivity: Built-in Ethernet, USB 2.0 + HSIC and I2C reduce external component count and simplify board-level design.

Why Choose ATSAMA5D22B-CN?

The ATSAMA5D22B-CN positions itself as a compact, industrial-grade microprocessor offering a mix of compute, multimedia and security capabilities suitable for embedded system integrators. Its single ARM® Cortex®-A5 core at 500 MHz, combined with broad memory interface support and integrated connectivity, provides designers with a versatile platform for user interfaces, secure controllers and networked devices.

Backed by Microchip Technology, the device’s hardware security features and industrial temperature rating deliver long-term robustness for deployments that require protected boot, secure runtime and reliable operation across a wide temperature range.

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