GD25Q32ESIG
GigaDevice GD25Q32ESIG 32 Mbit (4 MB) 3V SPI NOR Flash, Dual and Quad SPI, 133 MHz, in an SOP8 208mil package.
The GD25Q32ESIG is a GigaDevice GD25Q32E 32 Mbit (4 MB) 3V serial NOR Flash memory in an SOP8 208mil package. It stores boot code, firmware, parameters and data on an embedded board, and it supports the Standard SPI, Dual SPI and Quad SPI interfaces so a designer can choose the bus width that matches the pin budget and the throughput. The device reaches a 133 MHz clock for a fast read, which keeps up with the code fetch of a modern microcontroller, and its uniform 4 KB sector and 32 KB and 64 KB block architecture make the erase and the update straightforward. It includes software and hardware write protection, top and bottom block protection, security registers with one-time-programmable locks and a 128-bit unique ID, and it offers at least 100,000 program and erase cycles with a data retention of 20 years, which suits a product that must last. The 4 MB density is a common choice for an MCU firmware image with a bootloader and a parameter area, in a small, low-cost package. Typical applications include MCU and SoC boot code, firmware and configuration storage, execute-in-place code, FPGA configuration and data logging. Every device BeiLuo ships is factory-traceable and includes an import declaration, a certificate of origin and a RoHS compliance file. Our FAE team helps you choose the density and plan the in-place execution and the layout.
FAE Professional Review
The GD25Q32ESIG covers the 4 MB entry point of the GD25 family and is a good fit for a bootloader plus a firmware image plus a parameter area. The Quad SPI read is fast enough for execute-in-place on most Cortex-M designs, and the SOP8 package is easy to place. Keep the SPI traces short and match the decoupling in the datasheet, and confirm the write-protection scheme you need.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 32 Mbit (4 MB) |
| Voltage | 2.7-3.6 V |
| Interface | SPI, Dual, Quad |
| Speed | 133 MHz |
| Package | SOP8 208mil |
Application Circuits
MCU boot and firmware
Reference circuits and application schematics for MCU boot and firmware are available from our FAE team.
Configuration and parameters
Reference circuits and application schematics for Configuration and parameters are available from our FAE team.
Execute-in-place code
Reference circuits and application schematics for Execute-in-place code are available from our FAE team.
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Alternative Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| GD25Q64ESIG | SOP8 208mil | Higher 64 Mbit density in the same package | View |
Complementary Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| GD32F103C8T6 | LQFP-48 | Cortex-M3 MCU that boots from this flash | View |
| GD32E230C8T6 | LQFP-48 | Cortex-M23 MCU for a low-cost design | View |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What projects suit the GD25Q32ESIG?
It suits an embedded design that must store a bootloader, a firmware image and a parameter area in about 4 MB, such as an MCU or a small SoC boot device. The Quad SPI read supports execute-in-place on most designs.
Confirm the density with headroom for a future revision.
How do I speed up the read?
Use the Quad SPI mode and the fast-read command with the dummy cycles the datasheet specifies, and keep the SPI traces short and matched. The 133 MHz clock and the Quad I/O give up to about 532 Mbit/s, which is enough for most code fetch.
Our FAE team can review the timing.
Is the device genuine and documented?
BeiLuo supplies factory-traceable GD25Q32ESIG devices with an import declaration, certificate of origin and RoHS file on every order. Stock is normally available and the datasheet downloads from this page.
Order a sample to validate the device before volume production.