The GigaDevice GD32L235E-START Starter Board is a starter platform for the GD32L235 ultra-low-power MCU family. It is intended for engineers evaluating compact, low-power Arm Cortex-M23 applications such as portable sensors, meters, control panels, and battery-powered consumer electronics.
GigaDevice's official GD32L235 page lists the series at up to 64 MHz, with up to 128 KB Flash and up to 24 KB SRAM. The product line includes low-power operating modes, LCD controller support, ADC/DAC resources, comparators, RTC, USART, I2C, SPI, and I2S resources for typical low-power embedded designs.
Features
- GD32L235 starter platform - Designed for evaluating the GD32L235 ultra-low-power MCU family.
- Arm Cortex-M23 core - Runs at up to 64 MHz for efficient embedded control.
- Low-power design focus - Suitable for products where standby current and long battery life matter.
- Up to 128 KB Flash - Provides on-chip program memory for compact embedded firmware.
- Up to 24 KB SRAM - Supports runtime data and low-power application buffers.
- LCD controller support - Relevant for segment-display applications such as meters and portable devices.
- Analog resources - Official data lists 12-bit ADC, 12-bit DAC, comparator, and operational amplifier resources.
- RTC support - Enables timekeeping and scheduled wake-up in low-power systems.
- Serial connectivity - USART, I2C, SPI, and I2S resources support common external modules and sensors.
- Wide voltage range - Official data lists 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | GD32L235E-START |
| MCU Family | GD32L235 / GD32L23x ultra-low-power MCU family |
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M23 |
| Maximum Frequency | 64 MHz |
| Flash Memory in Series | Up to 128 KB |
| SRAM in Series | Up to 24 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Low-Power Modes | Sleep, deep-sleep, standby, and shutdown modes listed by official product page |
| Display Resource | LCD controller support |
| Analog Resources | 12-bit ADC, 12-bit DAC, comparator, operational amplifier |
| Communication Resources | USART, I2C, SPI, I2S |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C |
Reference Documents
Application
- Battery-powered sensors - Low-power modes and RTC support help reduce average current.
- Smart meters - LCD and low-power resources support metering and display applications.
- Portable instruments - Analog resources and serial interfaces support handheld measurement products.
- Consumer control panels - LCD and serial resources fit compact appliance and interface designs.
- Wearable electronics - Low-power Cortex-M23 operation supports compact battery-driven products.
- Remote controls - Sleep modes, RTC, and serial interfaces suit always-ready devices.
- Industrial monitoring - ADC, comparator, and RTC resources support sensor-node prototypes.
- Low-power firmware training - Suitable for learning Cortex-M23, RTC, low-power modes, and LCD control.
Packing List
- 1 x GigaDevice GD32L235E-START starter board
FAQ
What MCU family does GD32L235E-START target?
It targets the GD32L235 ultra-low-power MCU family.
What CPU core does GD32L235 use?
The GD32L235 family uses an Arm Cortex-M23 core.
What is the maximum frequency?
GigaDevice lists the GD32L235 family at up to 64 MHz.
How much memory is available in the series?
The GD32L235 series supports up to 128 KB Flash and up to 24 KB SRAM.
Does the GD32L235 support LCD applications?
Yes. The official GD32L235 page lists LCD controller support.
What voltage range is listed?
The official product page lists 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
How is GD32L235 different from GD32L233?
GD32L235 is a lower-memory GD32L23x option, while GD32L233 supports a larger memory range up to 256 KB Flash and 32 KB SRAM.
Are exact accessories included in the packing list?
No unverified accessories are listed. The packing list only includes confirmed physical product content.