Freescale Unveils ColdFire Microprocessors For Linux Applications

Freescale Semiconductor has introduced a ColdFire microprocessor family designed to enable low-power, high-performance embedded systems running the Linux operating system (OS).

Delivering 410 Dhrystone MIPS (DMIPS) core performance at approximately 380 mW, Freescale’s MCF5445x family includes 12 advanced microprocessors. The MCF5445x devices include an on-chip memory management unit to support protected memory operating systems, such as the Linux OS. The MCF5445x family supports 10/100 Ethernet, USB On-The-Go (OTG), advanced technology attachment (ATA) and peripheral component interconnect (PCI).

“Freescale has expanded its ColdFire MCU portfolio by an impressive 25% with the launch of these 12 high-performance microprocessors, combined with the addition of 10 ColdFire MCUs for entry-level applications,” said Tony Massimini, chief of technology at Semico Research Corporation. “The MCF5445x devices’ high level of performance at less than 400 mW is impressive makes them compelling solutions for power-sensitive applications that require flexible connectivity options.”

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