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    Microprocessors

    A microprocessor also referred to as a CPU, is a computer processor in the form of a single integrated circuit (IC). CPU stands for central processing unit and is the brains of a computer that gives out instruction for the computer program. Microprocessors essentially control most of the functions your computer can do, from browsing the web to writing a document. Therefore a microprocessor is an essential component in computing. A microprocessor IC is a semiconductor device that provides this functionality from a single chip. This is a traditional semiconductor package, such as a BGA or QFN package. You can learn more in our complete guide to microprocessors.

    How does a Microprocessor work?

    A microprocessor performs both arithmetic and logic operations. It takes a binary input from a device and processes the data based upon instructions that are stored with its memory. These instructions are saved using Cache memory.

    What is Word Length?

    Computers are driven by specific sets of instructions, the CPU carries these instructions out at great speeds. Data bus width is the rate at which a microprocessor can process data. Word length is the number of bits within the internal data bus. For example, a 32-bit microprocessor will be able to process data faster than an 8-bit microprocessor.

    What is Clock Speed?

    Clock speed is a value given in MHz or GHz. It refers to the speed that the microprocessor executes instructions.

    Where are microprocessors used?

    Microprocessors can be found in many applications which require embedded control. This includes:

    • Personal computers
    • Computer peripherals
    • Household appliances
    • Automotive

    Microcontrollers are a type of microprocessor which contain the CPU, memory and other inputs and output.

    66 Products showing for Microprocessors

    Microchip
    SAM9X60
    ARM926EJ-S
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    600MHz
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    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    TQFP
    80
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    12 x 12 x 1.05mm
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    -
    Renesas Electronics
    SuperH
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    32bit
    RISC
    40MHz
    -
    -
    Surface Mount
    MA BGA
    144
    3.3 V
    20 x 20 x 1.4mm
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    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    TQFP
    64
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    10 x 10 x 1.05mm
    -
    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/A1
    ARM Cortex A9
    32bit
    ARM, Jazelle
    400MHz
    -
    -
    -
    QFP
    256
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    TQFP
    80
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    12 x 12 x 1.05mm
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    -
    Microchip
    SAMA5D2
    ARM Cortex A5
    32bit
    ARM
    500MHz
    1.65 → 3.6V
    -
    Surface Mount
    LFBGA
    289
    1.2 V, 1.35 V, 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V
    14 x 14 x 1.03mm
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    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    SSOP
    28
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    10.5 x 5.6 x 1.85mm
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    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    TQFP
    48
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    7 x 7 x 1.05mm
    -
    -
    Microchip
    SAMA5D2
    ARM Cortex A5
    32bit
    ARM
    500MHz
    1.65 → 3.6V
    -
    Surface Mount
    LFBGA
    289
    1.2 V, 1.35 V, 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V
    14 x 14 x 1.03mm
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    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC33CH
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    16bit
    DSP, MCU
    180 MHz, 200 MHz
    -
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    SSOP
    28
    3 → 3.6 V
    10.5 x 5.6 x 1.85mm
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    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/V2L
    Arm Cortex A55, Arm Cortex M33
    64bit
    -
    1.2GHz
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    -
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    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/N2L
    ARM Cortex
    64bit
    ARM V8-R
    400MHz
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/V2L
    Arm Cortex A55, Arm Cortex M33
    64bit
    -
    1.2GHz
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/V2L
    Arm Cortex A55, Arm Cortex M33
    64bit
    -
    1.2GHz
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    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    NXP
    i.MX6
    ARM Cortex A9
    32bit
    MPU
    1GHz
    2.8V
    -
    Surface Mount
    FCPBGA
    624
    1.5 V
    21 x 21 x 2mm
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    -
    Microchip
    dsPIC
    -
    16bit
    -
    100MHz
    3 → 3.6V
    CMOS
    Surface Mount
    TQFP
    64
    3.6 (Maximum) V
    10 x 10 x 1.05mm
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    -
    STMicroelectronics
    STM682x
    STM6822
    -
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    -
    -
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    -
    SOT-23
    5
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Renesas Electronics
    RZ/N2L
    ARM Cortex
    64bit
    ARM V8-R
    400MHz
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Microchip
    SAMA5D2
    ARM Cortex A5
    -
    RISC
    500MHz
    -
    -
    Surface Mount
    Module
    176
    3.3 V
    40.1 x 38.1 x 1.55mm
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