Renesas R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0

Overview

R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 from Renesas Electronics is a dual-core heterogeneous microprocessor in the RZ/G2L Group, integrating an Arm Cortex-A55 application processor and an Arm Cortex-M33 real-time co-processor on a single die. It delivers 1.2 GHz CPU performance, supports LPDDR4x-4266 memory, includes integrated 2D/3D graphics (Mali-G31), and targets Linux-capable industrial HMI applications with functional safety support.

For engineers reviewing the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 datasheet, R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 pinout, R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 application, or R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-core asymmetric architecture, integrated security engine (AES-128/256, SHA-256, TRNG), 2× Gigabit Ethernet with TSN support, and -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature operation.

Technical Context

The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 implements a tightly coupled Cortex-A55 + Cortex-M33 architecture with shared L2 cache and coherent interconnect, enabling Linux + RTOS coexistence. It integrates a dedicated system controller (SYSC) for power management, boot control, and security policy enforcement across both cores.

Hardware virtualization support (ARMv8-A Virtualization Extensions), TrustZone-enabled secure world isolation, and configurable memory protection units (MPUs) on both cores provide foundational security and partitioning capabilities required for industrial control and gateway applications.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: Fine-pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FC-BGA), 15 mm × 15 mm, 244-ball layout, 0.65 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, Pb-free.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar heterogeneous processor applications.

Compared with R9A07G043L24GBG#BC0, the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 adds integrated graphics and display interfaces for HMI use; compared with NXP i.MX 8M Mini + LPC55S69, it delivers lower inter-core latency, unified memory space, and reduced PCB complexity through true SoC integration.

Availability

R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI terminals, edge protocol gateways, smart building controllers, and medical display modules requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Renesas Electronics Corporation is a Japanese semiconductor manufacturer specializing in microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC solutions for automotive, industrial, and enterprise markets.

The RZ/G series - including the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 - is designed specifically for Linux-capable industrial applications requiring real-time responsiveness, functional safety, and long-term availability in harsh environments.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported LPDDR4x speed for the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0?

The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 supports LPDDR4x memory at data rates up to 4266 MT/s (1600 MHz clock) on its 32-bit bus. This enables sustained bandwidth of approximately 17 GB/s, sufficient for simultaneous 1080p video decode, GPU rendering, and real-time control tasks. The memory controller includes on-die termination calibration and per-byte write leveling to ensure signal integrity at full speed.

Does the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 include hardware support for Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN)?

Yes, the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 integrates two fully compliant IEEE 802.1AS/TSN Ethernet controllers with hardware timestamping, time-aware shaper (TAS), and frame preemption support. These blocks operate independently of the CPU cores and maintain sub-microsecond timing accuracy even under full network load - critical for synchronized motion control in industrial automation systems using the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0.

How does the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 implement secure boot and runtime attestation?

The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 implements secure boot via immutable ROM code that verifies ECDSA-P256 signatures on first-stage bootloader images stored in eMMC or serial flash. Runtime attestation leverages the integrated TRNG and crypto engine to generate challenge-response proofs of firmware integrity and platform configuration - enabling remote verification of the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0's trusted execution environment without exposing secrets.

Can the Cortex-M33 core in the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 run standalone without the Cortex-A55 being active?

Yes, the Cortex-M33 core in the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 can operate independently in deep sleep mode while the Cortex-A55 is powered down. It retains access to SRAM, GPIO, timers, and selected peripherals (e.g., CAN, UART, ADC), allowing it to perform low-power sensor monitoring or wake-up event handling. The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0's system controller enables selective power gating to achieve <100 µA standby current with M33 active.

What display interfaces are supported by the R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0?

The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 supports HDMI 1.4b (up to 1080p60), 24-bit LVDS (single-channel, up to 1366×768), and MIPI-DSI (1 or 2 lanes, up to 1080p60) - all driven directly by its integrated display controller. No external bridge chips are required. The R9A07G044L24GBG#BC0 also includes hardware scalers and color-space converters to reduce GPU load during multi-resolution UI composition.