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Comparison of PIC, AVR and ARM

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Hello,

I have spent a lot of time developing with pics - 18 series in particular, and I think its time to move on. I'm not particularly unhappy with them, it's there seems like there are better alternatives out there with more support for TCPIP/USB etc..

I would like some advice on which line of MCU's to pursue - keeping in mind it will require time to develop tools etc.. my mine criteria are:

- Compiler support - free is big advantage, windows/linux also
- Programming Hardware, ICSP - Simpler interface is great.
- Programming Software - again, free and windows/linux support

Cost isn't the greatest issue, as long as it isn't insane. I have worked with TMS320 series before, and they are excellent, except TI's code composer costs a ridiculous amount for a hobbyist, so that's an example of something that's ruled out.

I'm not so much concerned with speed and/or FLASH size, things like that. All of these have somewhat comparable specs, and I'm not doing anything high speed, butI would like to expand my knowledge by starting with a new line. Any help is appreciated.
 

arm vs pic

look at motorola MCUs...
8 bit hc08 and 16 bit hc12....
they have good support and great tools(code warrior..)
investigate them from www.freescale.com and select one of them according to your needs......
 

avr32 vs arm

I will look into them, thanks. Is GCC support for Motorolla any good?
 

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