Tensilica has just released the smallest licensable 32-bit processor core in the industry that is based on an industry-standard architecture. It occupies a mere 0.26 mm2 in a 130-nm G process and only 0.13 mm2 in a 90-nm G process, making it by far and large smaller than the ARM7 or Cortex-M3 cores despite delivering higher performance figures at 1.22 Dhrystone MIPS/MHz in comparison. This makes it the perfect choice for those who want to migrate from 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers to 32-bit processors. No idea on pricing, but the Tensilica Diamond Standard 106Micro is now available. Permalink | Comment | Uberbargain | Uberphones
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