Differences Between CPU, MCU, MPU, SOC, DSP, and More

Differences Between CPU, MCU, MPU, SOC, DSP, and More

Source: Blog Garden (wish life happy), Eefocus, Zhihu, IoT World, etc. If there is any infringement, please contact the author.In the field of electronics, we often mention CPU, MCU, MPU, SOC, DSP, ECU, GPU, FPGA, etc. These are common types of chips or processors, but they have significant differences in structure, function, and application scenarios. … Read more

NXP Releases M33 Core MCU at the Price of M0+!

NXP Releases M33 Core MCU at the Price of M0+!

NXP has launched the smallest member of the LPC55 series MCU family, the LPC55(S)0x series. As the smallest sibling in the LPC55 series family, upon closer examination, you will find that the LPC55(S)0x indeed possesses some impressive capabilities. Especially when I saw the official reference price of $10 for the LPC55(S)0x, I couldn’t help but … Read more

Major Move: Texas Instruments’ Ultra-Small M0 MCU Leads Innovation in Miniature Applications

Major Move: Texas Instruments' Ultra-Small M0 MCU Leads Innovation in Miniature Applications

In the face of intensifying global competition in the microcontroller (MCU) market, Texas Instruments (TI) has made a significant move at the start of the year—launching the new MSPM0C1104 MCU, marking the first shot in MCU innovation for 2025. Its M0 core architecture once again demonstrates robust vitality. This chip, officially defined as “the world’s … Read more

NXP Launches S32K5 Automotive MCU Product Line

NXP Launches S32K5 Automotive MCU Product Line

NXP Semiconductors has publicly unveiled its 16nm FinFET MCU product line featuring built-in Magnetoresistive Random-Access Memory (MRAM) for the automotive industry. The S32K5 MCU product line is expected to expand the NXP CoreRide platform through pre-integrated zonal and electrification system solutions for scalable Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) architectures. Automotive manufacturers are introducing zonal architectures through various … Read more

Industry Information Dispatch: MCU Giants Unleash New Innovations

(Source: Semiconductor Industry Observation) Previously, we discussed how local MCUs are challenging traditional giants in the market. However, at the recent Embedded Conference held in Germany, these MCUs launched leading products that showcased outstanding performance, leaving attendees in awe. TI Releases the World’s Smallest MCU Texas Instruments (TI) has introduced the world’s smallest MCU, further … Read more

How the High-Performance GD32G5 Series MCUs Lead the Transformation in Digital Energy, Motor Control, and Optical Communication

How the High-Performance GD32G5 Series MCUs Lead the Transformation in Digital Energy, Motor Control, and Optical Communication

Whether it is the rapidly emerging digital energy sector, the continuously expanding applications of motor control, or the rapidly developing optical communication, these fields are undergoing a transformation deeply integrated with cutting-edge technologies such as big data analysis, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI). This integration not only drives a massive expansion of technological boundaries … Read more

How GigaDevice Innovates in the High-End MCU Market

After experiencing a crazy shortage in 2021, the MCU (Microcontroller Unit) market has seen a reversal in supply and demand, entering a phase of oversupply over the past two years, with manufacturers feeling the market pressure. Faced with weaker industry demand, more intense price competition, and tighter funding, companies must decide whether to retreat and … Read more

Member Updates | Supporting China’s Chip Industry, Huaqiu and Hangshun Collaborate to Build a Strong MCU Ecosystem Aircraft Carrier!

Member Updates | Supporting China's Chip Industry, Huaqiu and Hangshun Collaborate to Build a Strong MCU Ecosystem Aircraft Carrier!

China is a major global motor manufacturing country, with many motor companies mastering the manufacturing technology of efficient motors. However, most of the efficient motors are used for export, while most motor companies primarily produce ordinary motors with low added value and high energy consumption. As of June 1, 2021, China’s new motor efficiency grade … Read more

Member Spotlight: Shengrun Launches TI CC2340 Low Power Bluetooth 5.3 Protocol Solution

Member Spotlight: Shengrun Launches TI CC2340 Low Power Bluetooth 5.3 Protocol Solution

Any project involving wireless connectivity requires careful consideration of the appropriate technology, where protocol interoperability, transmission distance, and connection robustness are critical design decisions from the outset. Below, we will start with classic Bluetooth and low energy Bluetooth to analyze their advantages and disadvantages. We hope this article can help you choose the right wireless … Read more

Comprehensive Information Summary of 50 Domestic MCU Manufacturers

Comprehensive Information Summary of 50 Domestic MCU Manufacturers

We provide a highly summarized statement and comparison of each company from the following five perspectives: main products, core technologies, key applications, major clients, and competitive advantages. Although data such as the number of employees, the ratio of R&D personnel, the number of patents filed, and financial reports can provide a more intuitive comparison, most … Read more