Silicon Labs
EFM32GG11 Starter Kit
Unlock the potential of 32-bit microcontrollers with the EFM32 Giant Gecko S1 GG11 Starter Kit. This comprehensive kit is your gateway to exploring advanced MCU capabilities, featuring an integrated SEGGER J-Link debugger and an Advanced Energy Monitoring system for seamless development and real-time current profiling. It includes the powerful EFM32GG11B820F2048GL192 MCU, an 8-color RGB LCD, various onboard sensors, and versatile connectivity options like USB OTG and Ethernet, making it an ideal platform for IoT projects and application development.
$179.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
932
/ 1545
#932 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
+104%
Above average
MCU
321182020481922512
/ EFMGGBFGL with MB Flash and kB RAM
Who it's for
- Integrated Energy Profiling
- High-Performance MCU Core
- Robust Simplicity Studio Support
Who should skip it
- Higher Initial Cost
- Steep Learning Curve
- Reliance on Simplicity Studio
Key Specs
MCU
EFM32GG11B820F2048GL192 with 2 MB Flash and 512 kB RAM
Onboard Flash Memory
32 Mb Quad-SPI Flash
Interfaces
RJ-45 Ethernet Jack, SD card slot, USB (Host/Device/OTG)
Debugger
Integrated SEGGER J-Link USB
Power Sources
USB or coin cell battery
Backup Power
0.02 F super capacitor
Expansion
20 pin expansion header
Display
8-color RGB pixel memory LCD
Features
- Integrated J-Link debugger for easy programming
- Advanced Energy Monitoring for current profiling
- Onboard sensors for immediate testing
- RGB LCD display for visual feedback
- USB OTG support for host/device modes
- Ethernet connectivity included
- Super capacitor for backup power domain
- Supported by Simplicity Studio and Micrium OS
What customers say
Developers highly value the EFM32GG11 Starter Kit for its exceptional ultra-low power consumption and robust peripheral integration. The integrated Advanced Energy Monitoring system is a critical feature, allowing precise validation of real-world power profiles. Hardware quality is excellent, offering comprehensive sensors and connectivity that accelerate prototyping, further simplified by the on-board debugger. While the platform delivers superior performance for specialized, low-power applications, the primary challenge lies in the software ecosystem. Users note that mastering Simplicity Studio requires a significant time investment due to its complexity and steep learning curve. Overall, it is recognized as a high-quality, feature-dense tool that justifies its cost for professionals willing to master its sophisticated development environment.
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