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Nios II Processor Benefits

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Nios® II embedded processors provide an ideal embedded solution that includes the following:

  • Flexibility: Choose the exact set of CPUs, peripherals, and memory you need for your application
  • High performance: Increase processing performance without changing your board design or increasing power usage
  • Low cost: Lower system cost and complexity by combining multiple functions on a single chip
  • Long life cycle: Get to market quickly and eliminate the risk of processor obsolescence
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