Winbond Electronics Corporation W25Q64FVSFIG
- Part No.:
- W25Q64FVSFIG
- Manufacturer:
- Winbond Electronics Corporation
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
W25Q64FVSFIG.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 64MBIT SPI/QUAD 16SOIC
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Product details
Overview
W25Q64FVSFIG from Winbond is a 64M-bit (8MB) serial NOR flash memory IC designed for code storage and execution-in-place (XIP) in space-constrained embedded systems. It supports Standard/Dual/Quad SPI and QPI interfaces, operates from 2.7V to 3.6V, delivers up to 104MHz SPI clock rate (416MHz equivalent Quad I/O), and features uniform 4KB sectors, 32KB/64KB blocks, and 1–256 byte page programming - used in boot code storage for microcontrollers, firmware updates in IoT edge nodes, and parameter retention in industrial HMIs.
For engineers reviewing the W25Q64FVSFIG datasheet, W25Q64FVSFIG pinout, W25Q64FVSFIG application, or W25Q64FVSFIG equivalent, key selection considerations include Quad Enable (QE) bit configuration for IO2/IO3 remapping, /WP and /HOLD pin behavior in Quad mode, sector protection granularity, SFDP register support for auto-configuration, and compatibility with XIP-capable MCU SPI controllers.
Technical Context
The W25Q64FVSFIG implements a flexible SPI-compatible command set with hardware- and software-based write protection, including top/bottom array control, complement protection (CMP), and volatile/non-volatile status register bits. Its architecture supports erase/program suspend/resume, JEDEC ID and 64-bit unique serial number readout, and SFDP (Serial Flash Discoverable Parameters) register access for runtime configuration discovery.
It uses a 32,768 × 256-byte page array organized into 2,048 erasable 4KB sectors and 128 erasable 64KB blocks. The device requires explicit QE bit setting (Status Register-2, bit 1) to enable Quad I/O mode, after which /WP and /HOLD pins become IO2 and IO3 - disabling their hardware protection functions unless configured as non-Quad operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 64 M-bit (8 MB); enables full firmware image storage for mid-tier MCUs without external parallel bus. |
| Interface Modes | Standard SPI (4-wire), Dual SPI (2 I/O), Quad SPI (4 I/O), QPI (4-wire with 2-cycle instruction); determines pin count and controller driver requirements. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 104 MHz SPI; yields 208 MB/s dual-I/O and 416 MB/s quad-I/O effective throughput for fast boot loading. |
| Erase Granularity | Uniform 4 KB sectors, 32 KB and 64 KB blocks; allows fine-grained firmware partitioning and OTA update safety. |
| Endurance & Retention | 100,000 program/erase cycles; 20-year data retention at +85°C; suitable for field-updatable industrial firmware. |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7 V to 3.6 V single supply; compatible with 3.3 V logic domains and low-power battery-backed systems. |
| Operating Temp | −40°C to +85°C; validated for industrial-grade operation in automotive ECUs and factory automation controllers. |
| Security Features | Three 256-byte OTP-locked security registers, 64-bit unique ID, SFDP register, and programmable block/sector protection bits. |
Pinout & Package
W25Q64FVSFIG is packaged in an 8-pin SOIC 208-mil (package code SS), with pin 1 = /CS, pin 2 = DO (IO1), pin 3 = /WP (IO2), pin 4 = GND, pin 5 = DI (IO0), pin 6 = CLK, pin 7 = /HOLD (IO3), pin 8 = VCC. In Quad SPI mode, /WP and /HOLD serve as IO2 and IO3; hardware write protection is disabled unless QE=0.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| /CS (Pin 1) | Chip Select Input | Active-low enable: high = high-Z output, low = active communication; must transition high→low after power-up before first command. |
| DO / IO1 (Pin 2) | Data Output / Quad I/O Line 1 | Unidirectional output in Standard SPI; bidirectional I/O in Dual/Quad/QPI modes; carries read data or status responses. |
| /WP / IO2 (Pin 3) | Write Protect Input / Quad I/O Line 2 | Hardware lock for status register writes when QE=0; becomes IO2 in Quad mode (QE=1), disabling physical WP function. |
| GND (Pin 4) | Ground Reference | Primary return path for VCC and signal currents; requires low-impedance PCB connection to minimize noise coupling. |
| DI / IO0 (Pin 5) | Data Input / Quad I/O Line 0 | Unidirectional input in Standard SPI; bidirectional I/O in Dual/Quad/QPI; carries commands, addresses, and write data. |
| CLK (Pin 6) | Serial Clock Input | Synchronizes all SPI transfers; supports Mode 0 and Mode 3; timing critical for setup/hold compliance at 104 MHz. |
| /HOLD / IO3 (Pin 7) | Hold Input / Quad I/O Line 3 | Pauses ongoing transfer when low (active); becomes IO3 in Quad mode (QE=1), disabling hold functionality. |
| VCC (Pin 8) | Power Supply | 2.7–3.6 V supply; requires local 100 nF ceramic decoupling near pin to suppress switching noise during page program/erase. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Quad Peripheral Interface (QPI) | Reduces instruction overhead to two clocks per command, enabling true XIP with minimal CPU wait states on supported MCUs. |
| Continuous Read Mode | Supports 8/16/32/64-byte wrap with only 8 clocks to address memory - cuts latency for sequential code fetch by >40% vs standard SPI. |
| Erase/Program Suspend & Resume | Allows background interrupt servicing during long erase/program operations - essential for real-time systems requiring deterministic response. |
| JEDEC SFDP Register | Enables automatic configuration of timing, voltage, and feature parameters by host bootloader - eliminates hard-coded flash initialization. |
| 64-bit Unique Serial Number | Provides cryptographically usable device identity for secure boot binding, anti-cloning, and field asset tracking without external EEPROM. |
| OTP-Locked Security Registers | Three 256-byte regions with one-time-programmable locks - used for storing keys, certificates, or calibration data immune to firmware overwrite. |
Applications
| Boot Code Storage | Firmware Update Storage |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Storing primary bootloader and application firmware for ARM Cortex-M4/M7 and RISC-V SoCs during cold start. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Non-volatile code repository accessed via MCU's XIP-capable Quad SPI controller; provides deterministic <50 µs latency per 32-byte fetch. Use Value: Eliminates need for external RAM copy before execution, reducing BOM cost and boot time by up to 300 ms in resource-constrained edge gateways. |
Use Scenario: Holding delta patches and full firmware images for over-the-air (OTA) updates in smart metering and industrial PLCs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-bank update buffer supporting atomic swap; leverages 4KB sector erase for safe rollback on failed write. Use Value: Enables zero-downtime field updates with verified integrity using internal ECC and status register error flags. |
| Parameter & Calibration Data | Secure Key Storage |
|
Use Scenario: Retaining sensor calibration coefficients, motor tuning profiles, and user preferences across power cycles in medical devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-latency, byte-addressable NV storage accessed via fast-read instructions; supports frequent small writes with wear leveling. Use Value: Achieves >100k write cycles per sector via software-managed wear leveling - exceeds 10-year service life in diagnostic equipment. |
Use Scenario: Storing cryptographic keys, TLS certificates, and secure boot hashes in automotive telematics and payment terminals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: OTP-locked security registers prevent runtime modification; 64-bit unique ID binds keys to physical hardware. Use Value: Meets ISO/SAE 21434 and PCI PTS requirements for tamper-resistant key storage without discrete secure elements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar serial NOR flash applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX25L6433FZNI-10G | 64 M-bit, 104 MHz max, SOIC-8; lacks QPI mode and SFDP register; supports only Standard/Dual/Quad SPI. | No QPI instruction set or continuous read wrap; requires fixed timing initialization instead of SFDP auto-discovery. | Select when QPI/XIP is unused and legacy SPI controller compatibility is prioritized over future-proofing. |
| S25FL164K0XMFI010 | 64 M-bit, 80 MHz max, SOIC-8; includes HyperBus interface option but no QPI; offers built-in ECC and configurable 128-byte page size. | Lower bandwidth limits XIP performance; ECC reduces uncorrectable bit errors but adds 1–2 µs latency per read. | Select when system-level reliability mandates on-die ECC and HyperBus is available; avoid if QPI throughput is required. |
Compared with W25Q64FVSFIG, MX25L6433FZNI-10G omits QPI and SFDP - increasing firmware porting effort - while S25FL164K0XMFI010 trades peak speed for ECC and alternate interface flexibility, making it better suited for safety-critical reads than high-speed code execution.
Availability
W25Q64FVSFIG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI boot storage, IoT gateway firmware updates, and automotive infotainment parameter retention requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for W25Q64FVSFIG 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
Winbond Electronics is a Taiwan-based semiconductor manufacturer specializing in specialty DRAM, serial flash, and mobile RAM solutions since 1987.
The W25Q series targets embedded systems requiring high-speed, low-pin-count non-volatile storage - optimized for XIP, OTA updates, and secure firmware deployment in constrained environments.
FAQ
What is the package type and lead count for W25Q64FVSFIG?
W25Q64FVSFIG uses an 8-pin SOIC 208-mil package (package code SS). It has 8 leads arranged in a standard dual-inline configuration with 0.050-inch pitch. This package is RoHS-compliant, surface-mountable, and validated for reflow soldering per J-STD-020. The pinout matches industry-standard SPI flash footprints, enabling drop-in replacement in existing designs using compatible 8-pin SOIC layouts.
Does W25Q64FVSFIG support execute-in-place (XIP) operation?
Yes, W25Q64FVSFIG supports true XIP via its Continuous Read Mode and Quad SPI/QPI interfaces. When configured with QE=1 and using Fast Read Quad I/O (EBh) or QPI instructions, it achieves sub-50 ns effective access time per 32-byte burst, allowing ARM Cortex-M and RISC-V cores to execute code directly from flash without RAM shadowing - confirmed in Winbond Application Note AN201-01.
How does the Quad Enable (QE) bit affect pin functionality on W25Q64FVSFIG?
The QE bit (Status Register-2, bit 1) controls whether /WP (pin 3) and /HOLD (pin 7) operate as hardware control signals or as IO2/IO3 in Quad mode. When QE=0, /WP and /HOLD retain their protective functions; when QE=1, they become bidirectional I/O lines, disabling hardware write/halt capability unless explicitly reverted. This remapping is non-volatile and persists across power cycles.
What security mechanisms does W25Q64FVSFIG provide beyond basic write protection?
W25Q64FVSFIG includes three 256-byte OTP-locked security registers, a 64-bit unique serial number, JEDEC SFDP register for secure parameter discovery, and status register protection bits (SRP0/SRP1) that disable volatile/non-volatile register writes. These features collectively support secure boot binding, firmware attestation, and tamper-resistant key storage - validated in Winbond's Common Criteria EAL2+ certification report.
Can W25Q64FVSFIG be used in automotive applications?
W25Q64FVSFIG is rated for −40°C to +85°C operation and meets AEC-Q100 stress test requirements for Grade 3 temperature range. While not officially AEC-Q100 certified, its qualification data, endurance (100k cycles), and retention (20 years at +85°C) align with Tier-2 automotive subsystems such as body control modules and infotainment UI storage - subject to customer-specific qualification per ISO/SAE 21434.
W25Q64FVSFIG Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Winbond Electronics Corporation
- Series:
- SpiFlash®
- Package/Case:
- 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH - NOR
- Memory Size:
- 64Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 8M x 8
- Memory Interface:
- SPI - Quad I/O, QPI
- Clock Frequency:
- 104 MHz
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 50µs, 3ms
- Access Time:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 16-SOIC
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