XAM3358ZCE

The XAM3358ZCE is a Sitara AM335x series microprocessor IC from Texas Instruments featuring a single ARM® Cortex®‑A8 32‑bit core in a 298‑NFBGA (13×13) surface‑mount package. It targets embedded applications that require integrated networking, display and multimedia support with on‑chip security features.

Designed for commercial‑grade applications, the device combines processing, graphics acceleration and multiple high‑speed interfaces to support HMI, networking and general embedded control functions while meeting RoHS compliance requirements.

Key Features

• Core — ARM® Cortex®‑A8 single 32‑bit core providing the primary processing capability for embedded workloads.
• Co‑processors — Multimedia and NEON™ SIMD support for accelerated media and signal processing tasks.
• Memory Controllers — Support for LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3 and DDR3L memory types to accommodate a range of system memory designs.
• Display and Graphics — Integrated display interface controllers for LCD and touchscreen systems plus graphics acceleration to drive user interfaces.
• Ethernet — Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports for high‑throughput network connectivity.
• USB — Two USB 2.0 ports with PHY integration to simplify USB connectivity and host/device interfacing.
• Additional Interfaces — CAN interface for control and vehicle/industrial network integration where CAN is used.
• Security — Hardware cryptography and a random number generator to support secure communications and trusted functions.
• Package & Mounting — 298‑LFBGA / supplier device package 298‑NFBGA (13×13), surface‑mount for compact board integration.
• Operating Range & Compliance — Commercial temperature range 0 °C to 90 °C and RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMI): Drive LCD and touchscreen displays with graphics acceleration for responsive user interfaces.
• Embedded Networking Devices: Use dual Gigabit Ethernet and USB interfaces for gateways, routers or industrial communication modules.
• Multimedia and Signal Processing: Leverage NEON SIMD and multimedia co‑processors for audio/video processing and data handling.
• Industrial Control Systems: Integrate with CAN and diverse memory options to implement control panels and automation nodes.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Networking: Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports provide built‑in, high‑speed network connectivity for embedded systems.
• Multimedia Acceleration: NEON™ SIMD and graphics acceleration reduce CPU load for media and UI tasks, simplifying system partitioning.
• Flexible Memory Support: Native controllers for LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3 and DDR3L enable designers to choose memory optimized for cost or performance.
• On‑chip Security Primitives: Cryptography and a random number generator support secure communications and trusted operations without external accelerators.
• Compact Surface‑Mount Package: 298‑NFBGA (13×13) package allows high‑density board layouts while maintaining comprehensive I/O.
• Commercial Temperature and RoHS Compliance: Rated for 0 °C to 90 °C and RoHS compliant for standard commercial deployments.

Why Choose XAM3358ZCE?

The XAM3358ZCE positions itself as a feature‑rich, commercially rated Sitara AM335x microprocessor optimized for embedded designs that require integrated networking, multimedia and security capabilities. Its single ARM Cortex‑A8 core combined with NEON SIMD, dual Gigabit Ethernet, dual USB 2.0 with PHY and broad memory support offers a balanced platform for HMI, connectivity and control applications.

Built by Texas Instruments and supplied in a compact 298‑NFBGA package, the XAM3358ZCE is suitable for designers seeking a validated silicon foundation with on‑chip peripherals that reduce external component count and simplify system integration.

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