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NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
This document serves as a feature comparison between the NXP LPC11U6x and LPC11U3x device families. It details the architectural differences, such as the upgrade from ARM Cortex-M0 to M0+ for the LPC11U6x, which includes features like a two-stage pipeline and single-cycle multiplier.
The note covers various hardware enhancements in the LPC11U6x series, including increased memory sizes (up to 256 kB Flash), expanded I/O capabilities with glitch-free pads, improved USB circuit design for reduced BOM costs, and new peripherals such as State Configurable Timers (SCT) and a CRC engine.
NXP AN11528 specifications
| Processor Architecture (LPC11U6x) | ARM Cortex-M0+ |
|---|---|
| Flash Memory (LPC11U3x) | up to 128 kB |
| Flash Memory (LPC11U6x) | up to 256 kB |
| Operating Temperature (LPC11U3x) | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Operating Temperature (LPC11U6x) | -40 °C to +105 °C |
| ADC Resolution (LPC11U3x) | 10-bit |
| ADC Resolution (LPC11U6x) | 12-bit |
Source: NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
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How to use the product for one specific task, with worked examples.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the main processor difference between LPC11U3x and LPC11U6x?
The LPC11U3x uses an ARM Cortex-M0, while the LPC11U6x uses an ARM Cortex-M0+ with a two-stage pipeline.
From: NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
Does the LPC11U6x include a CRC engine?
Yes, the LPC11U6x includes a Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) engine supporting CRC-CCITT, CRC-16, and CRC-32.
From: NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
What is the main difference between the LPC11U6x and LPC11U3x processors?
The LPC11U6x uses an ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with a two-stage pipeline and single-cycle multiplier, while the LPC11U3x uses an ARM Cortex-M0 processor.
From: NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
How does the memory capacity of the LPC11U6x compare to the LPC11U3x?
The LPC11U6x supports up to 256 kB of flash and 32 kB of SRAM, whereas the LPC11U3x supports up to 128 kB of flash and 12 kB of SRAM.
From: NXP AN11528 LPC11U6x vs. LPC11U3x Feature Comparison Application Note
