ATMEGA48PA-PU vs ATMEGA161-8PI

This in-depth comparison of the ATMEGA48PA-PU and ATMEGA161-8PI provides valuable insights into their specifications and key features. We cover important factors in detail, including RoHS compliance, REACH status, series, mounting style, package type, and other relevant characteristics. Presenting the differences side by side simplifies component selection, making it easier for you to select the best option for your specific application.

Technical review by ETEI Component Engineering Source: manufacturer documentation

Parts at a glance

Part A

ATMEGA48PA-PU

Atmel

Lifecycle
Active
Stock
6023 PCS
Package
SPDIP-28
Series
Embedded - Microcontrollers
+BOM RFQ
Part B

ATMEGA161-8PI

Microchip Technology

Lifecycle
Active
Stock
7871 PCS
Package
DIP-40
Series
Embedded - Microcontrollers
+BOM RFQ

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Full specification comparison

Use manufacturer datasheets as the final authority.

Specification ATMEGA48PA-PU ATMEGA161-8PI
Supplier - Microchip Technology
Series AVR® ATmega AVR® ATmega
Part Status Active Obsolete
Core Processor AVR AVR
Core Size 8-Bit 8-Bit
Speed 20MHz 8MHz
Connectivity I²C, SPI, UART/USART SPI, UART/USART
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT POR, PWM, WDT
Number of I/O 23 35
Program Memory Size 4KB (2K x 16) 16KB (8K x 16)
Program Memory Type FLASH FLASH
EEPROM Size 256 x 8 512 x 8
RAM Size 512 x 8 1K x 8
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 5.5V 4V ~ 5.5V
Oscillator Type Internal External
Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Mounting Type Through Hole Through Hole
Data Converters A/D 6x10b -
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