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Overview

Description

The RX72N Group microcontrollers are equipped with the third-generation RX CPU core, the RXv3 core, and these high-performance products operate at 240MHz. Real-time control and networking of equipment are realized with a single chip with 4MB flash memory capable of read operations at 120MHz, 1MB of SRAM and 182 general-purpose I/O ports. The device also supports high-end HMI functionality for advanced display capability. The device also has complete security capability, vital for industrial and consumer equipment today. The RX72N can also contribute to the miniaturization of the housing and the shortening of the development cycle.

Features

  • 240MHz RXv3 core, double-precision FPU, and register bank save function that speeds up interrupt response
  • 4MB flash memory (120MHz read access, dual bank), 1MB SRAM
  • 182 general I/O ports
  • 2-channel Ethernet, SD Host interface, USB 2.0 Full Speed, 3-channel CAN, QSPI
  • Trigonometric calculators (sin, cos, arctan, hypot) to speed up motor vector control
  • TFT LCD controller, 2D drawing engine, serial sound interface, CMOS camera interface
  • Encryption engines (AES, 3DES, RSA, ECC, SHA, TRNG), key management, flash memory protection
  • Single power supply with operation from 2.7V to 3.6V
  • Operating ambient temperature: -40 to 85°C or -40 to 105°C

Comparison

Applications

  • Industrial
  • Office Automation
  • Consumer

Documentation

Design & Development

Software & Tools

Software & Tools

Software title
Software type
Company
DSP Library for RX Family
Software library that implements numeric operation function used in DSP with general purpose MCU
DSP / FFT Renesas
FAT File System [M3S-TFAT-Tiny] for the RX Family
FAT file system for RX Family
File System Renesas
RI600PX Real-time OS for RX Family
μITRON4.0/PX Specification real-time OS for RX Family [Required IDE : CS+] * RI600PX is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers. Customers in U.S. and Europe who are interested in RI600PX are requested to contact our regional marketing departments for details.
ITRON OS Renesas
RI600V4 Real-time OS for RX Family
μITRON4.0 Specification real-time OS for RX Family [Required IDE : e2 studio, CS+] * RI600V4 is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers. Customers in U.S. and Europe who are interested in RI600V4 are requested to contact our regional marketing departments for details.
ITRON OS Renesas
TCP/IP protocol stack [M3S-T4-Tiny] for RX Family
Ultracompact TCP/IP protocol stack (high-speed version) for RX
Protocol Stack Renesas
Crypto Library
Robust encode library to ensure security for all types of system developments
Security / Crypto Renesas
Trusted Secure IP Driver
Trusted Secure IP driver software: this software supports AES with 128- and 256-bit keys), AES-GCM, AES-CMAC, and random number generation. Safely executes AES key management, secure updating of firmware, and secure booting at high speeds.
Security / Crypto Renesas
RX Driver Package
Device driver set for the RX Family (including major middleware). Target devices : RX130, RX23W, RX231, RX24U, RX64M, RX65N, RX66T, RX71M, RX72M etc.
Software Package Renesas
Sound Playback/Compression System [M3S-S2-Tiny] for RX Family
Sound playback system for RX Family
Sound / Voice Renesas
USB Drivers
Device drivers for USB communication using USB interface with built-in microcomputer and USB ASSP
USB Renesas
C/C++ Compiler Package for RX Family [CC-RX]
C/C++ Compiler Package for RX Family [IDE: CS+, e² studio, High-performance Embedded Workshop]
Compiler/Assembler Renesas
E2 emulator [RTE0T00020KCE00000R]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. [Support MCU/MPU: RA, RE, RH850, R-Car D1, RL78, RX, RISC-V MCU]
Emulator Renesas
E20 emulator [R0E000200KCT00]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. For RX600 or RX700 Series MCU, trace functions and Real-time RAM monitor functions available. For MCUs other than RX600 or RX700, the available debugging function corresponds to that of E2 Emulator Lite. [Support MCU/MPU: RX, RL78, RH850, V850, 78K0R, 78K0, R8C]
Emulator Renesas
E2 emulator Lite [RTE0T0002LKCE00000R]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. [Support MCU/MPU: RA, RE, RL78, RX, RISC-V MCU]
Emulator Renesas
PG-FP6
Flash memory programmer [Programming software: Dedicated GUI-based software, the "FP6 Terminal"] [Support MCU/MPU and devices: RA, RE, RX, RL78, RH850, RISC-V MCU, Renesas Synergy, Power Management, Renesas USB Power Delivery Family, ICs for Motor Driver/Actuator Driver, SuperH RISC engine, V850, 78K, R8C]
Programmer (Unit/SW) Renesas
Renesas Flash Programmer (Programming GUI)
Flash memory programming software [Support MCU/MPU and devices: RA, RE, RX, RL78, RH850, RISC-V MCU Renesas Synergy, DA1453x, DA1459x, DA1469x, DA1470x, Power Management, Renesas USB Power Delivery Family, ICs for Motor Driver/Actuator Driver, V850, 78K0R, 78K0]
Programmer (Unit/SW) Renesas
QE for Display: Development Assistance Tool for Display Applications
This development assistance tool supports the development of embedded systems which use the LCD display functions of display controllers from Renesas. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"] [Standalone Version] [Support MCU/MPU:RZ, RX, RA]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
RX Family Renesas FreeRTOS
FreeRTOS™ software platform for RX MCUs that makes it easy to create applications using FreeRTOS™ with Firmware Integration Technology (FIT).
FreeRTOS Renesas
CS+
Renesas integrated development environment (IDE) [Support MCU/MPU: RH850, V850, RX, RL78, 78K0R, 78K0] (Note: CS+ is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers.) (Note: To use Smart Configurator on CS+ for RL78/G23 and RX family MCUs, install the Smart Configurator for each MCU family separately downloading from ”Design & Support” > ”Development Tools” > ”Smart Configurator”)
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
Sensor Software Modules for Renesas MCU Platforms
Middleware (FIT module and FSP module) and sample software packages that enable control and data acquisition for Renesas sensor products.
Sensor Renesas
RX Smart Configurator
RX Smart Configurator is a utility for combining software in ways that meet your needs. It simplifies the embedding of Renesas drivers in your systems through supports for importing middleware and drivers and configuring pins.
Solution Toolkit Renesas
Security Key Management Tool
Key wrapping tool for key management systems using Renesas security IP. Enables secure installation and update of user application and device lifecycle management (DLM) keys.
Solution Toolkit Renesas
e² studio - Information for the RX Family
Eclipse-based Renesas integrated development environment (IDE).
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
Renesas IAR Embedded Workbench Device-Support-Packages
Renesas IAR Embedded Workbench Device-Support-Packages include all device-specific files to be used with the Embedded Workbench IDE.
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
SPI/QSPI Serial Flash Memory, QSPI Serial Phase Change Memory Driver
Device Driver for SPI and QSPI Serial Flash Memory and QSPI Serial Phase Change Memory
Serial Memory Renesas
Reality AI Utilities
Plug-in module for Renesas e² studio
Solution Toolkit Renesas
I2C Serial EEPROM Driver
Device Drivers for I2C Bus Serial EEPROM R1EX24xxx Series, R1EV24xxx Series and HN58X24xxx Series
Serial Memory Renesas
SPI Serial EEPROM Driver
Device Drivers for SPI Bus Serial EEPROM R1EX25xxx Series and HN58X25xxx Series
Serial Memory Renesas
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Software Downloads

Type Title Date
PCB Design Files Log in to Download ZIP 990 KB 日本語
Software & Tools - Other Log in to Download ZIP 875.05 MB
Software & Tools - Other Log in to Download ZIP 97.17 MB
Software & Tools - Other Log in to Download ZIP 453 KB 日本語
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Sample Code

Boards & Kits

Models

ECAD Models

Schematic symbols, PCB footprints, and 3D CAD models from SamacSys can be found by clicking on products in the Product Options table. If a symbol or model isn't available, it can be requested directly from the website.

Diagram of ECAD Models

Videos & Training

New RX72N and RX66N MCUs with Excellent Real-Time Performance

News & Blog Posts

RX Family Software – The Past and the Future – #9 Design IoT Latest Provisioning Scheme with RX MCUs Blog Post May 31, 2023
Essential Security Measures to Safeguard Against Threats in IoT Devices Blog Post May 19, 2023
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #8: Security for IoT Applications Blog Post Apr 18, 2023
Say Goodbye to Hardware Manual Confusion with Our Comprehensive Guide! Blog Post Apr 6, 2023
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #7: Cellular Connectivity Blog Post Mar 28, 2023
Upgrade MCUs with the Latest Industry-leading 32-bit RX Family MCUs! RX Portfolio is Expanding Blog Post Mar 20, 2023
Tips for Selecting Low Power Consumption Modes on the RX MCU Blog Post Feb 27, 2023
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #6 Blog Post Jan 23, 2023
Learn AWS/Azure Cloud Connectivity through Videos. Let’s Start IoT Development using the RX Family! Blog Post Jan 10, 2023
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #5 Blog Post Sep 1, 2022
RXv3 Core has achieved 6.0 CoreMarks/MHz with CC-RX V3.04! Blog Post Aug 5, 2022
Introducing the RX family low-power solution with low power by using Cellular and FreeRTOS Blog Post Jul 29, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #4 Blog Post Jul 11, 2022
Realizing Secure and High-Speed Communications with RX MCU and wolfSSL's TLS Library Blog Post Jun 27, 2022
Bringing DSPs Closer to You! Realizing Digital Filters with the Latest Low-End RX140 Microcontroller of the RX Family! Blog Post Jun 17, 2022
Azure RTOS ADU Blog Post Apr 28, 2022
Design Guide for RX MCU Board Wiring Pattern Blog Post Apr 19, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #3 Blog Post Apr 5, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #2 Blog Post Mar 11, 2022
Realizing OTA Function of a Secondary MCU with the RX MCU – FreeRTOS Version Blog Post Mar 9, 2022
Supporting a Smooth Start of Your Development with RX by Video! Blog Post Mar 4, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #1 Blog Post Jan 27, 2022
To Seamlessly Switch to a 32-Bit RX Family MCU Blog Post Dec 1, 2021
Experience Voice Recognition at the Edge Remotely: Introducing a Remote Demo of RX72N Voice Recognition via Lab on the Cloud Blog Post Nov 25, 2021
Easy to Start with Tutorial Videos! Cloud Connectivity Using Azure RTOS and RX65N Cloud Kit Blog Post Oct 25, 2021
Try Now! Introducing Voice Command on an Embedded Device Using a Commercially Available Kit Blog Post Oct 25, 2021
Introducing the Smart Configurator Board Support Feature for Quick Project Setup Blog Post Oct 6, 2021
Interview with RX MCU Family User, HITACHI Solutions Technology Blog Post Sep 28, 2021
How Renesas Approaches Functional Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) Blog Post Sep 17, 2021
DSP Experience with RX Family MCU! Visualizing DSP Behavior with Free Sample Program! Blog Post Aug 6, 2021
Introducing the RX Family Firmware Update Middleware that Can Easily Realize FOTA (Firmware Update Over-The-Air) Implementation Blog Post Aug 5, 2021
Try Building an Evaluation Environment for a WVGA LCD Display Using a General-Purpose 32-Bit MCU and a Commercial LCD Panel Blog Post Jul 16, 2021
Introducing the RX MCU Product Longevity Program (PLP) that Goes Beyond 15 years of Support! Blog Post Jul 12, 2021
Let’s Get Started with RX MCU Software Development! First Step is to Start with e² studio. Blog Post Jul 1, 2021
Renesas Extends Support for Microsoft Azure RTOS Across 32-bit MCU Families with Simple Licensing for Secure Embedded IoT Development News Jun 15, 2021
Easy Azure IoT Connection! RX65N 32-bit MCU Supports Azure RTOS Blog Post Jun 9, 2021
Edge Trust Security Service Using RX Microcomputer CMVP Certified Blog Post May 20, 2021
POC Development Using a GUI in 10 Minutes - Introducing the New Functions of the Newly Released QE for Display (RX) Blog Post May 8, 2021
Solution that Strongly Supports the Development and Manufacturing of Secure IoT Devices Blog Post Apr 20, 2021
AWS Certified Program - OTA Firmware Updates Using AWS Blog Post Mar 31, 2021
Easy GUI Development Using Renesas' “QE for Display” Development Tool Blog Post Mar 3, 2021
Implement Robust IoT Security Easily with RX Security Solutions Blog Post Feb 13, 2021
Developing GUI for the Embedded With Your Familiar PPT? Installing a Color LCD Without Programming Blog Post Nov 26, 2020
IEC 61508 Functional Safety Solution, Who Will You Rely On? Blog Post Sep 26, 2020
Commemorating on the Growth of Renesas 32-Bit RX Family on its 10th Anniversary Blog Post May 28, 2020
Olympic Games Postponed, but Raise Your Spirits through Sports Games Created with HMI Development Kit! Blog Post Apr 14, 2020

Resonator Information

Please refer to the resonator manufacturer's site linked below for resonators and matching circuits that are compatible with RX72N products.
If you need details on oscillators and matching, please contact the manufacturer of the oscillator.
For main clock resonators/subclock resonators:
KYOCERA: Click here for RX72N oscillation evaluation results.
Murata Manufacturing: For IC Manufacturer, select Renesas Electronics, and enter R5F572N or RX72N into the IC Part Number search box.

For information on resonators, please also refer to the following application note.
Design Guide for Main Clock Circuits and Sub-Clock Circuits Rev.1.01 (PDF | English, 日本語)