GD32E230C8T6 GigaDevice Cortex-M23 MCU 72MHz 64KB Flash 8KB SRAM LQFP-48

GD32E230C8T6 is an entry-level 32-bit MCU. The GD32E230C8T6 features an ARM Cortex-M23 core. For industrial control, GD32E230C8T6 is an ideal choice. The GD32E230C8T6 offers 72MHz performance. We recommend GD32E230C8T6 for motor drives. Choosing GD32E230C8T6 ensures reliable system control.

GD32E230C8T6 Product Overview

The GD32E230C8T6 is an entry‑level 32‑bit general‑purpose microcontroller from GigaDevice based on the ARM Cortex‑M23 core, housed in an LQFP-48 package (7×7mm). Running at up to 72MHz, the GD32E230C8T6 features 64KB Flash and 8KB SRAM. As a key model in the GD32E230 series, the GD32E230C8T6 offers exceptional cost‑performance and energy efficiency, making it suitable for industrial control, motor drives, smart home, consumer electronics, and IoT applications. The GD32E230C8T6 is AEC-Q100 qualified and has won the “China Chip” Excellent Market Performance Product Award.

GD32E230C8T6 Core Features

The GD32E230C8T6 is built on the ARM Cortex‑M23 core with ARMv8‑M architecture, supporting TrustZone security technology. The GD32E230C8T6 runs at up to 72MHz, delivering 55DMIPS performance and a CoreMark score of 154 – code execution efficiency is 40% higher than comparable Cortex‑M0 products at the same frequency. The GD32E230C8T6 features built‑in single‑cycle multiplier and 17‑cycle divider providing efficient arithmetic capabilities.

For memory, the GD32E230C8T6 offers 64KB embedded Flash and 8KB SRAM, with 39 I/O ports. Analog peripherals on the GD32E230C8T6 include a 12‑bit ADC (10 channels) and one comparator.

Timer resources on the GD32E230C8T6 are abundant, featuring five 16‑bit general‑purpose timers, one 16‑bit advanced timer, one basic timer, and one PWM advanced timer. Communication interfaces on the GD32E230C8T6 include two USARTs, two SPIs, two I2Cs, and one I2S.

The GD32E230C8T6 operates from 1.8V to 3.6V, over a temperature range of -40℃ to +85℃. The GD32E230C8T6 offers three power‑saving modes (sleep, deep sleep, and standby) for optimal balance between wake‑up latency and power consumption. Package of the GD32E230C8T6 is LQFP-48 (7×7mm, 0.8mm pitch).

GD32E230C8T6 Applications

GD32E230C8T6 Industrial Control & Automation: PLCs, inverters, motor drives, power monitoring and alarm systems

GD32E230C8T6 Motor Control & Drives: DC variable‑frequency hot water circulation pumps, electric scooter hub motors (FOC control)

GD32E230C8T6 Smart Home & IoT: Smart locks, smart water cups, wireless air mice

GD32E230C8T6 Consumer Electronics & Handheld Devices: Gaming peripherals, GPS devices, electronic toys

GD32E230C8T6 Medical Electronics: Finger clip oximeters, infrared thermometers

GD32E230C8T6 E‑bikes & New Energy: E‑bikes, outdoor lighting power supplies

GD32E230C8T6 Key Advantages

As a core model in the GD32E230 series, the GD32E230C8T6 is positioned as a high‑cost‑performance entry‑level MCU designed to replace traditional 8‑bit/16‑bit MCUs and M0/M0+ core MCUs. Based on the ARM Cortex‑M23 core running at up to 72MHz, the GD32E230C8T6 delivers 55DMIPS performance and a CoreMark score of 154. Code execution efficiency of the GD32E230C8T6 is 40% higher than comparable Cortex‑M0 products at the same frequency.

Manufactured on a 40nm advanced process, the GD32E230C8T6 supports TrustZone security technology for hardware‑isolated secure and non‑secure regions. The LQFP-48 package (7×7mm) provides the GD32E230C8T6 with 39 GPIOs. The GD32E230C8T6 is AEC-Q100 qualified and has won the “China Chip” Excellent Market Performance Product Award. As an original GigaDevice product, the GD32E230C8T6 offers stable supply and a mature development ecosystem, making it a preferred choice for domestic substitution.

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FAQ

1. What is GD32E230C8T6?
GD32E230C8T6 is a 32-bit general-purpose microcontroller (MCU) from GigaDevice, based on the ARM® Cortex®-M23 core and part of the GD32E230 value-line series. This series is designed as a low-power, high-efficiency entry-level MCU for cost-sensitive applications.

2. What are the key specifications of GD32E230C8T6?

• Core: ARM Cortex-M23, up to 72MHz

• Memory: 64KB Flash + 8KB SRAM

• Operating Voltage: 1.8V ~ 3.6V

• I/Os: 39 GPIO pins

• ADC: 1×12-bit, 10 channels

• Timers: 6 (including 1 advanced PWM timer)

• Communication: 2×USART, 2×I2C, 2×SPI, 1×I2S

• Temperature: -40°C ~ +85°C

• Package: LQFP-48 (7×7mm)

3. What package does GD32E230C8T6 use?
It uses an LQFP-48 package, measuring 7mm × 7mm. It is MSL 3 rated and RoHS compliant.

4. What applications is GD32E230C8T6 suitable for?
It is widely used in industrial control, motor drives, HMI, power monitoring and alarm systems, smart home (e.g., smart locks), consumer electronics & handheld devices, IoT, and e-bikes.

5. What development tools support GD32E230C8T6?
It supports mainstream embedded development tools including Keil MDK and IAR EWARM. GigaDevice provides the GD32E230C-START evaluation board with an onboard GD-Link debugger, supporting online debugging and programming via the SWD interface.

6. What is the operating temperature range of GD32E230C8T6?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C. This industrial-grade device is suitable for harsh environments.

7. What are the key features of GD32E230C8T6?

• High efficiency: Cortex-M23 core with single-cycle multiplier and 17-cycle divider

• Low power: Three power-saving modes, ideal for battery-powered devices

• Rich peripherals: 12-bit ADC, comparator, 6 timers, multiple communication interfaces

• Cost-effective: Pin-compatible with STM32F030C8T6 at lower cost

8. What peripheral interfaces does GD32E230C8T6 support?
It supports 2×USART, 2×I2C, 2×SPI, 1×I2S; 1×12-bit ADC (10 channels) and 1×comparator; 6 timers (including 1×16-bit advanced PWM timer); and 39 GPIOs.

9. What are the alternative models for GD32E230C8T6?

• Same series: GD32E230C6T6 (32KB Flash, for resource-constrained applications)

• PIN-to-PIN compatible: STM32F030C8T6 (direct hardware replacement), STM32G030C8T6

• Other packages in series: GD32E230F8T6 (LQFP32), GD32E230K8T6 (LQFP36), GD32E230M8T6 (QFN28)

10. What is the power consumption of GD32E230C8T6?
The GD32E230 series features low-power design with Sleep, Deep Sleep, and Standby modes, allowing flexible optimization between wake-up latency and power consumption. With an operating voltage down to 1.8V, it is well-suited for battery-powered and power-sensitive applications.