Microchip Technology SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB
- Part No.:
- SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 427-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB.pdf
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- CORTEX-A7 MPU, 2GBIT DDR3, BGA,I
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Product details
Overview
SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB from Microchip Technology is a System-in-Package (SiP) microprocessor integrating an Arm® Cortex®-A7 CPU (up to 1 GHz), 256 KB L2 cache, TrustZone security, and 2-Gbit DDR3L SDRAM in a single 427-ball TFBGA package. It delivers high-bandwidth memory access via a 16-bit DDR3L interface at 533 MHz and supports industrial temperature operation (−40°C to +105°C), targeting embedded vision, industrial HMI, and secure edge gateway applications.
For engineers reviewing the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB datasheet, SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB pinout, SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB application, or SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB equivalent, key selection criteria include integrated DDR3L density, TrustZone-enabled secure boot with 80 KB ROM bootloader, 136 programmable I/Os with eight peripheral multiplexing options, and support for MIPI CSI-2, Gigabit Ethernet, and six CAN-FD controllers.
Technical Context
The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB implements a dual-domain power architecture with dedicated VDDCPU, VDDCORE, and DDRM_VDD rails, enabling independent voltage scaling and low-power modes including Backup mode with 5 KB secure backup SRAM and DDR self-refresh. Its DDR PHY includes impedance calibration, ZQ control, and DDR_VREF generation for signal integrity across 533 MHz operation.
Security is enforced through hardware-accelerated AES-256 (TZAESB), SHA-256, TRNG compliant with NIST SP 800-22 and FIPS 140-3, and tamper detection on four dedicated pins with 1 KB non-erasable and 4 KB erasable secure backup SRAM. The device boots from QSPI NOR, SD, or e.MMC using mask ROM firmware with ECC support for NAND Flash.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-A7, up to 1 GHz - enables Linux-capable real-time processing with NEON and FPU for multimedia and control tasks. |
| Integrated Memory | 2-Gbit DDR3L SDRAM - eliminates external memory routing, reduces PCB layers, and improves EMI robustness in space-constrained designs. |
| DDR Interface | 16-bit, 533 MHz - delivers 8.5 GB/s peak bandwidth with DLL-aligned DQS and ZQ calibration for stable high-speed signaling. |
| Security Features | TrustZone, AES-256 on-the-fly encryption, SHA-256, TRNG, 4-tamper-pin detection - provides hardware-rooted protection for secure boot, firmware updates, and data confidentiality. |
| I/O Count & Flexibility | 136 fully programmable PIOs with 8-per-pin multiplexing - supports concurrent use of GMAC, MIPI CSI-2, USB, CAN-FD, and audio peripherals without pin conflict. |
| Package | 427-ball TFBGA, 18 × 21 × 1.2 mm, 0.8 mm pitch - compatible with standard SMT assembly and optimized for thermal dissipation in industrial enclosures. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +105°C junction - validated for continuous operation in harsh environments such as factory automation and transportation systems. |
Pinout & Package
427-ball Thin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (TFBGA) package, 18 mm × 21 mm × 1.2 mm, 0.8 mm ball pitch. Designed for automated optical inspection (AOI) compatibility and thermal reliability in industrial PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DDRM_VDD (multiple balls) | DDR3L SDRAM power supply | 1.283–1.45 V rail dedicated to internal DDR memory - requires separate low-noise regulation and decoupling per JEDEC DDR3L spec. |
| DDR_VREF | DDR reference voltage | 0.64 V ±1% reference for DDR I/O threshold setting - must be sourced from precision divider or dedicated VREF IC for timing margin. |
| DDR_ZQ | ZQ calibration resistor connection | External 240 Ω resistor to ground for dynamic output driver and ODT impedance tuning - critical for signal integrity at 533 MHz. |
| G0_TXCK / G0_RXCK | Gigabit Ethernet RGMII clock | 125 MHz differential clock pair for GMAC0 - routed as matched-length, controlled-impedance traces to meet RGMII setup/hold timing. |
| MIPI_DP0 / MIPI_DN0 | MIPI CSI-2 data lane 0 | Differential pair supporting 1.5 Gbps per lane - requires 100 Ω differential impedance and proper termination for image sensor interfacing. |
| QSPI0_SCK / QSPI0_SCKN | Differential octal QSPI clock | 200 MHz DDR clock pair for high-speed boot flash - enables deterministic boot time and secure firmware loading from external QSPI NOR. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated 2-Gbit DDR3L SDRAM | Reduces PCB layer count by up to 2 layers and eliminates 48+ external DDR routing nets, lowering EMI risk and design cycle time. |
| TrustZone + Secure Boot ROM | 80 KB mask ROM with verified bootloader enables authenticated firmware launch and prevents unauthorized code execution at power-on. |
| Hardware Crypto Accelerators | AES-256, SHA-256, TRNG, and PKCC offload encryption/decryption from CPU - maintains >100 Mbps encrypted throughput while freeing ARM core cycles. |
| 12-channel FLEXCOMs | Configurable USART/SPI/I²C peripherals allow simultaneous UART debug, SPI sensor interface, and I²C PMIC control without resource contention. |
| 6x CAN-FD Controllers | SRAM-based mailboxes and time-triggered transmission support deterministic automotive and industrial network communication with 5 Mbps payload rates. |
| MIPI CSI-2 + Parallel RGB | Supports 8-MP still capture and 720p60 video via dual-image sensor interfaces - enables cost-effective multi-camera edge AI vision systems. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Gateway | Secure Edge Video Analytics |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Factory-floor HMIs requiring local web server, Modbus TCP, and real-time PLC data aggregation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor running Linux with deterministic Ethernet AVB stack and IEEE 1588 timestamping for synchronized I/O. Use Value: Integrated DDR3L and dual GMACs eliminate external memory bottleneck and enable sub-10 µs packet timestamp resolution for motion control coordination. | Use Scenario: Smart camera node performing on-device object detection and encrypted metadata upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Vision SoC handling ISP pipeline, neural inference acceleration, and TLS-secured cloud telemetry via AES-256 encrypted DDR traffic. Use Value: On-die AES-256 encryption ensures raw image buffers never leave DDR unencrypted, meeting GDPR and HIPAA data-at-rest requirements. |
| Automotive Diagnostic Tool | Ruggedized Network Appliance |
Use Scenario: Handheld OBD-II scanner supporting UDS over CAN-FD, firmware updates, and Bluetooth LE bridging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host controller managing six CAN-FD channels with time-triggered scheduling and secure OTA update verification. Use Value: Dedicated SRAM mailboxes and event-triggered transmission guarantee <50 µs CAN message latency under full bus load, critical for diagnostic response time. | Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted firewall appliance with dual Ethernet ports, VPN acceleration, and tamper-evident logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure network processor executing OpenWrt with hardware-accelerated IPsec and tamper-triggered secure erase of log buffers. Use Value: Four physical tamper pins and 1 KB non-erasable SRAM ensure cryptographic keys are destroyed upon enclosure breach, satisfying IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microprocessor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| i.MX 8M Mini (NXP) | Quad Cortex-A53 + Cortex-M4, no integrated DRAM, requires external LPDDR4 | Higher CPU performance but larger BOM, more complex DDR layout, and no built-in DDR power sequencing | Select when multi-core A53 Linux performance outweighs SiP integration benefits and board space constraints. |
| SAMA7G54D4GT-I/4UB | Same package and pinout, but with 4-Gbit DDR3L SDRAM instead of 2-Gbit | Identical feature set and software compatibility; differs only in memory capacity and power consumption under full DDR bandwidth | Select when application requires >1 GB of contiguous RAM for large frame buffers or containerized workloads. |
Compared with i.MX 8M Mini and SAMA7G54D4GT-I/4UB, the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB offers optimal balance of integrated memory density, industrial temperature resilience, and hardware security - reducing system-level validation effort while maintaining full software compatibility within the SAMA7G5 family.
Availability
SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI gateways, secure edge video analytics, automotive diagnostic tools, ruggedized network appliances, and factory automation controllers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB 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
Microchip Technology is a global semiconductor company specializing in microcontrollers, analog devices, FPGAs, and security solutions, with a focus on long-lifecycle, industrial-grade components.
The SAMA7G5 Series targets secure, high-reliability embedded applications where integrated memory, hardware-enforced security, and industrial temperature operation are mandatory - particularly in edge computing, industrial IoT, and automotive diagnostics.
FAQ
What is the DDR3L memory configuration in the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB?
The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB integrates a 2-Gbit (256 MB) DDR3L SDRAM organized as 16M × 8 banks × 16 bits, operating at up to 533 MHz with 16-bit bidirectional data bus. It uses DDRM_VDD (1.283–1.45 V), DDR_VREF (0.64 V), and DDR_ZQ for impedance calibration - all managed internally without external memory controller logic. This configuration is fixed and not user-configurable.
Does the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB support TrustZone-based secure boot?
Yes, the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB supports TrustZone-enabled secure boot via 80 KB of mask ROM containing a certified bootloader. It validates signed firmware images before execution, enforces secure world isolation, and leverages hardware AES-256 (TZAESB) for encrypted DDR access. The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB also includes a Secure Watchdog Timer and tamper detection to prevent TrustZone starvation attacks.
How many Ethernet MACs does the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB provide, and what interfaces do they support?
The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB provides two Ethernet MACs: GMAC0 supports 10/100/1000 Mbps with RGMII, MII, and RMII; GMAC1 supports 10/100 Mbps with MII and RMII. Both comply with IEEE 1588 PTP, IEEE 802.1AS AVB timestamping, and IEEE 802.1Qav traffic shaping. The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB's integrated DDR eliminates external memory bottlenecks for packet buffering in high-throughput applications.
Can the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB interface directly with MIPI CSI-2 image sensors?
Yes, the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB includes a dedicated MIPI CSI-2 receiver supporting up to 2 lanes at 1.5 Gbps per lane, alongside parallel RGB interface (12-bit). It connects directly to compliant image sensors without bridge ICs. The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB's Image Sensor Controller (ISC) handles BT.601/656 protocols, Bayer/RGB/YCbCr conversion, and up to 8-MP still capture or 720p60 video - all accelerated in hardware.
What power management features are available on the SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB?
The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB supports multiple low-power modes including Backup mode (5 KB secure SRAM retention + DDR self-refresh), SRAM/register retention with wake-up from USB/CAN/Ethernet WOL, and dynamic voltage/frequency scaling. It integrates LDOs for MIPI CSI-2 and PLLs, and is optimized for use with Microchip MCP16501/2 PMICs to manage entry/exit from ULP2 and BSR states - all coordinated via hardware power domains.
SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Package/Case:
- 427-TFBGA
- Series:
- SAMA7G5
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A7
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ MPE
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L, LPDDR2, LPDDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps (1), 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB (3)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.35V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, Cryptography, 3DES, AES, SHA1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 427-TFBGA (21x18)
- Additional Interfaces:
- EBI, I2C, SPI
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB?
All SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for SAMA7G54D2GT-I/4UB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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