XAM3874BCYE
| Part Description |
ARM® Cortex®-A8 Microprocessor IC Sitara™ 1 Core, 32-Bit 720MHz 684-FCBGA (23x23) |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 929 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Microprocessors |
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| Part Series | Sitara AM38xx |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Manufacturing Status | Obsolete |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Co-Processors/DSP | Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD | Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-A8 | Device Package | 684-FCBGA (23x23) | ||
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| Display & Interface Controllers | HDMI, HDVPSS | ECCN | 5A992C | Ethernet | 10/100/1000Mbps (1) | ||
| Grade | Commercial | Graphics Acceleration | Yes | HTS Code | 8542.31.0001 | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | Mounting Method | Surface Mount | Mounting Type | Surface Mount | ||
| Number of Cores/Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit | Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 90°C (TJ) | Package / Case | 684-BFBGA, FCBGA | ||
| RAM Controllers | DDR2, DDR3 | REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | RoHS Compliance | ROHS3 Compliant | ||
| SATA | SATA 3Gbps (1) | Speed | 720MHz | Supplier Device Package | 684-FCBGA (23×23) | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (2) | Voltage – I/O | 1.8V, 3.3V |
Overview of XAM3874BCYE – IC MPU SITARA 720MHZ 684FCBGA
The XAM3874BCYE is a Sitara™ microprocessor based on an ARM® Cortex®-A8 core running at 720 MHz. Designed for embedded applications, it combines a single 32-bit core with multimedia acceleration and a broad set of integrated interfaces to address connectivity and display needs.
This commercial-grade device targets embedded systems that require mid-range processing performance together with on-chip peripherals for networking, storage, USB, and display functionality, while meeting RoHS compliance requirements.
Key Features
- Core ARM® Cortex®-A8 single core, 32-bit processor running at 720 MHz for general embedded compute tasks.
- Multimedia & DSP Includes multimedia co-processor support and NEON™ SIMD for accelerated media and signal processing workloads.
- Memory Supports DDR2 and DDR3 memory controllers to match system memory requirements and performance targets.
- Display Integrated display interface controllers including HDMI and HDVPSS for video output and processing.
- Networking Single 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet interface for wired connectivity.
- Storage & USB On-chip SATA 3 Gbps interface and two USB 2.0 ports provide options for local storage and peripheral connectivity.
- Additional Interfaces CAN interface included to support common embedded control and communication needs.
- Graphics Acceleration Graphics acceleration capability is provided to assist display and UI tasks.
- Package & Temperature 684-FCBGA (23×23) surface-mount package; commercial operating temperature range 0 °C to 90 °C.
- Compliance RoHS compliant to meet environmental material requirements.
Typical Applications
- Embedded Systems — Acts as the main application processor in embedded designs that require a balance of compute and I/O integration.
- Industrial Automation — Provides processing, CAN connectivity, and Ethernet for control and monitoring equipment in commercial environments.
- Multimedia Devices — Supports HDMI, HDVPSS and NEON™ SIMD to enable video processing and media playback on embedded multimedia products.
- Networking & Storage Gateways — Combined Ethernet, SATA and USB interfaces suit networked devices and local storage gateways.
Unique Advantages
- Balanced processing performance: 720 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A8 core delivers capable single-core compute for a broad range of embedded tasks.
- Integrated multimedia acceleration: NEON™ SIMD and graphics acceleration reduce system-level complexity for media-rich applications.
- Comprehensive peripheral set: Built-in Ethernet, SATA, USB and CAN minimize external components and simplify board-level integration.
- Flexible memory support: DDR2 and DDR3 controller support allows memory selection to match cost and performance targets.
- Compact commercial package: 684-FCBGA (23×23) surface-mount package with 0 °C to 90 °C rating supports commercial embedded deployments and RoHS compliance.
Why Choose XAM3874BCYE?
The XAM3874BCYE positions itself as a single-core ARM® Cortex®-A8 Sitara™ MPU that combines mid-level processing at 720 MHz with a rich set of integrated interfaces for display, networking, storage and control. Its feature set is tailored to embedded designers who need multimedia capability, wired connectivity and flexible memory options in a compact commercial package.
Choose this device for designs that require a straightforward, integrated processor solution with HDMI/HDVPSS display support, Ethernet and SATA connectivity, USB ports and CAN — all in a RoHS-compliant 684-FCBGA package rated for 0 °C to 90 °C operation.
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