Overview
The TMS320C6672ACYP is a high-performance multicore fixed and floating-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, based on the KeyStone multicore architecture. This device is designed to deliver exceptional processing power and efficiency, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require high computational performance, such as mission-critical systems, high-performance computing, communications, and more. The TMS320C6672ACYP features two TMS320C66x DSP core subsystems, each capable of operating at frequencies up to 1.5 GHz, providing 48 GMACs/core and 24 GFLOPS/core. This architecture ensures backward compatibility with existing C6000 family fixed and floating-point DSPs, simplifying software development and migration.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Series | TMS320C6672 |
| DSP Cores | 2 TMS320C66x DSP Core Subsystems |
| Core Frequency | 1.0 GHz, 1.25 GHz, or 1.5 GHz |
| GFLOPS/Core | 24 GFLOPS @ 1.5 GHz |
| GMACs/Core | 48 GMACs @ 1.5 GHz |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB L1P and 32 KB L1D per core |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB Local L2 per core |
| Shared Memory | 4096 KB Multicore Shared Memory |
| External Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3 @ 1600 MHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 100°C |
| Package Type | FCBGA |
| Pin Count | 841 pins |
| Serial I/O | I2C, RapidIO, SPI, TSIP, UART |
| PCI/PCIe | 2 PCIe Gen2 |
| Gigabit Ethernet | 2 SGMII ports, 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Key Features
- High-Performance Cores: Two TMS320C66x DSP core subsystems, each with 48 GMACs/core and 24 GFLOPS/core at 1.5 GHz.
- Memory and Cache: 32 KB L1P and L1D cache per core, 512 KB local L2 cache per core, and 4096 KB multicore shared memory.
- External Memory Interface: 64-bit DDR3 interface at 1600 MHz with ECC DRAM support.
- Network and Security: Integrated packet accelerator, security accelerator engine, and Gigabit Ethernet switch with two SGMII ports.
- Interfaces: RapidIO ver 2, PCI Express Gen2, I2C, UART, Telecom Serial Interface Port (TSIP), and 16-bit EMIF.
- HyperLink Interface: 50-Gbaud full-duplex interface for high-throughput, low-latency communication.
- Development Tools: Enhanced C compiler, assembly optimizer, and Windows debugger interface for simplified development).
Applications
- Mission-Critical Systems: High-reliability and performance requirements).
- High-Performance Computing: Data centers, cloud computing, and HPC applications).
- Communications and Telecom: Base stations, media gateways, and other telecom infrastructure).
- Audio and Video Infrastructure: Real-time audio and video processing).
- Imaging and Analytics: Medical imaging, test and automation, and data analytics).
- Networking and Media Processing: Network routers, switches, and media processing systems).
- Industrial Automation and Process Control: Real-time control and automation systems).
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C6672ACYP?
The TMS320C6672ACYP is a high-performance multicore fixed and floating-point digital signal processor from Texas Instruments, based on the KeyStone multicore architecture).
- How many DSP cores does the TMS320C6672ACYP have?
The device features two TMS320C66x DSP core subsystems).
- What are the core frequencies of the TMS320C6672ACYP?
The cores can operate at frequencies of 1.0 GHz, 1.25 GHz, or 1.5 GHz).
- What is the GFLOPS and GMACs performance of each core?
Each core provides 24 GFLOPS and 48 GMACs at 1.5 GHz).
- What type of external memory interface does the TMS320C6672ACYP support?
The device supports a 64-bit DDR3 interface at 1600 MHz with ECC DRAM support).
- What are the key interfaces supported by the TMS320C6672ACYP?
The device supports RapidIO ver 2, PCI Express Gen2, I2C, UART, TSIP, and 16-bit EMIF, among others).
- Does the TMS320C6672ACYP have any specialized accelerators?
Yes, it includes a packet accelerator and a security accelerator engine).
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320C6672ACYP?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C).
- What development tools are available for the TMS320C6672ACYP?
Enhanced C compiler, assembly optimizer, and Windows debugger interface are available).
- Is the TMS320C6672ACYP backward compatible with other C6000 family DSPs?
Yes, it is backward compatible with existing C6000 family fixed and floating-point DSPs).
