CortexA72s

The Cortex-A72 is a central processing unit (CPU) core designed by ARM Holdings. It is based on the ARMv8-A architecture and represents a significant advancement in performance and power efficiency compared to its predecessors. The Cortex-A72 was introduced in 2015 and is part of ARM's high-performance processor families, targeting a wide range of applications.

Key features of the Cortex-A72 include a 3-stage pipeline and out-of-order execution, allowing it to process instructions more efficiently. It supports a 64-bit instruction set, enabling it to handle larger datasets and more complex workloads. The core is designed for high clock speeds, typically ranging from 1.5 GHz to over 2.5 GHz depending on the implementation and cooling.

The Cortex-A72 is often used in big.LITTLE configurations alongside smaller, more power-efficient cores like the Cortex-A53. This heterogeneous computing approach allows devices to dynamically switch between cores based on the workload, optimizing performance when needed and conserving power during less demanding tasks.

This processor has found its way into numerous devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and embedded systems. Its strong performance-per-watt characteristics make it suitable for battery-powered devices where both power and speed are critical. The Cortex-A72 has been a popular choice for system-on-chip (SoC) manufacturers looking to deliver high-performance computing capabilities in a power-efficient package.