Specifications
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | AM3354 |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Product Type | MPU |
| Category | MCU & Processors |
| Package Case | NFBGA(324) 15.0 mm x 15.0 mm; NFBGA(298) 13.0 mm x 13.0 mm |
| Component Type | MCU |
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-A8 32-bit RISC processor |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | Up to 1 GHz |
| SIMD Coprocessor | NEON SIMD coprocessor |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB instruction cache and 32 KB data cache |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB |
| Boot ROM | 176 KB |
| Dedicated RAM | 64 KB |
| Shared L3 OCMC RAM | 64 KB |
| DDR Memory Types | mDDR LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L |
| mDDR Clock Rate | 200 MHz clock, 400 MHz data rate |
| DDR2 Clock Rate | 266 MHz clock, 532 MHz data rate |
| DDR3 Clock Rate | 400 MHz clock, 800 MHz data rate |
| DDR3L Clock Rate | 400 MHz clock, 800 MHz data rate |
| DDR Data Bus Width | 16-bit |
| DDR Addressable Space | 1 GB total addressable space |
| GPMC Interface Width | 8-bit and 16-bit asynchronous memory interface |
| GPMC Chip Selects | Up to 7 chip selects |
| NAND ECC Support | 4-bit, 8-bit, or 16-bit ECC using BCH; 1-bit ECC using Hamming code |
| PRU Count | 2 programmable real-time units |
| PRU Frequency | 200 MHz |
| PRU Instruction RAM | 8 KB per PRU |
| PRU Data RAM | 8 KB per PRU |
| PRU Shared RAM | 12 KB |
| USB Ports | Up to 2 USB 2.0 high-speed dual-role-device ports with integrated PHY |
| Ethernet MACs | Up to 2 industrial gigabit Ethernet MACs, 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| CAN Ports | Up to 2 Controller Area Network ports |
| UART Interfaces | Up to 6 UARTs |
| SPI Interfaces | Up to 2 McSPI master and slave serial interfaces |
| MMC SD SDIO Ports | Up to 3 ports |
| I2C Interfaces | Up to 3 master and slave interfaces |
| GPIO | Up to 4 banks, 32 GPIO pins per bank |
| General-Purpose Timers | 8 x 32-bit timers |
| Watchdog Timer | 1 watchdog timer |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D graphics engine |
| LCD Controller Output | Up to 24-bit data output, 8 bits per pixel RGB |
| LCD Resolution | Up to 2048 x 2048 |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit SAR ADC |
| ADC Sample Rate | 200 kSamples/s |
| ADC Inputs | 8 analog inputs |
| Touchscreen Interface | 4-wire, 5-wire, or 8-wire resistive touchscreen controller |
| PWM Modules | Up to 3 enhanced high-resolution PWM modules |
| eCAP Modules | Up to 3 x 32-bit eCAP modules |
| eQEP Modules | Up to 3 x 32-bit enhanced quadrature encoder pulse modules |
| DMA Controller | EDMA with 3 TPTCs and 1 TPCC |
| RTC Oscillator | 32.768 kHz internal oscillator |
| High-Frequency Oscillator | 15 MHz to 35 MHz |
| Package Option ZCZ | 324-pin S-PBGA-N324, 0.80 mm ball pitch, 15.0 mm x 15.0 mm body |
| Package Option ZCE | 298-pin S-PBGA-N298 via channel package, 0.65 mm ball pitch, 13.0 mm x 13.0 mm body |
| Datasheet Status | request_only |
Product Overview
The AM3354 is a Texas Instruments ARM Cortex-A8 Sitara processor for microprocessor-class embedded designs requiring application processing, memory expansion, and multiple industrial and user-interface peripherals. Its Cortex-A8 subsystem includes a 32-bit RISC processor running up to 1 GHz, a NEON SIMD coprocessor, 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data L1 caches, and a 256 KB L2 cache with ECC. The device integrates dual gigabit Ethernet MACs, dual USB 2.0 ports with integrated PHY, dual CAN ports, and up to six UARTs for industrial connectivity. An integrated SGX530 3D graphics engine and LCD controller support up to 2048×2048 resolution displays, making the AM3354 suitable for industrial HMI, Ethernet-controlled systems, and motor control applications.
Key Features
- ARM Cortex-A8 32-bit RISC CPU up to 1 GHz
- NEON SIMD coprocessor integrated with Cortex-A8 subsystem
- 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data L1 caches
- 256 KB L2 cache with error correcting code
- Supports mDDR LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR3L memory
- Two 200 MHz programmable real-time units in PRU-ICSS
- Up to two USB 2.0 high-speed dual-role ports
- Up to two 10/100/1000 Mbps industrial Ethernet MACs
- SGX530 3D graphics engine up to 20 million polygons per second
- 12-bit SAR ADC with 8 analog inputs
Typical Applications
- Industrial Ethernet controllers
- CAN-connected embedded systems
- Resistive touchscreen HMIs
- LCD display control
- Motor and motion control
- USB peripheral and host devices
- Data acquisition systems
- NAND or NOR memory systems
Procurement Notes
When requesting a quote for AM3354, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.
If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.
For MCU, processor and logic IC sourcing, package, operating voltage, temperature grade, speed or frequency grade, firmware or mask version, lifecycle status and programming requirements should be checked before approval.
FAQ
What CPU core does the AM3354 use?
The AM3354 uses an ARM Cortex-A8 32-bit RISC processor. The extracted datasheet facts specify operation up to 1 GHz and integration with a NEON SIMD coprocessor.
What external memory types are supported by AM3354?
The AM3354 external memory interface supports mDDR LPDDR, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR3L. The interface uses a 16-bit data bus and provides 1 GB total addressable space.
Which package options are listed for AM3354?
The listed package options are AM3354ZCZ in a 324-pin S-PBGA-N324 package with 0.80 mm ball pitch and 15.0 mm body, and AM3354ZCE in a 298-pin S-PBGA-N298 via channel package with 0.65 mm ball pitch and 13.0 mm body.
What is the AM3354?
The AM3354 is an ARM Cortex-A8 Sitara microprocessor from Texas Instruments designed for embedded applications requiring a balance of processing power and peripheral integration.
What packages are available for the AM3354?
The AM3354 is available in a 324-ball NFBGA (ZCZ) package with 0.80 mm ball pitch (15.0 × 15.0 mm body) and a 298-ball NFBGA (ZCE) package with 0.65 mm ball pitch (13.0 × 13.0 mm body).
What is the maximum CPU frequency of the AM3354?
The AM3354 Cortex-A8 core runs at up to 1 GHz, supported by 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data L1 caches and a 256 KB L2 cache with ECC.
Technical Review & Sourcing Note
Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.
This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.