Loongson Technology Products

Loongson offers three main processor families optimized for different applications. The Loongson 3 series targets high-performance desktop and server applications with multi-core configurations up to 16 cores, advanced cache hierarchies, and high memory bandwidth. The Loongson 2 series focuses on embedded and industrial applications, offering excellent performance-per-watt with integrated peripherals and extended temperature ranges. The Loongson 1 series serves low-power embedded markets with cost-effective single-core solutions for basic control applications. Each family is built on the LoongArch instruction set architecture and offers various performance tiers to match specific application requirements.

Review the processor families based on your application requirements. Contact our FAE team for detailed selection guidance matching your performance and power constraints.

Choosing between Loongson desktop and embedded processors depends on your application requirements. Desktop and server processors (Loongson 3 series) are ideal for applications requiring high compute performance, multiple cores, and extensive memory support. These processors excel in desktop computers, workstations, servers, and high-performance embedded systems. Embedded processors (Loongson 1 and 2 series) are optimized for power efficiency, cost sensitivity, and integration. They feature lower power consumption, integrated peripherals, and extended temperature ranges suitable for industrial control, network equipment, and IoT applications. Consider factors including compute requirements, power budget, operating environment, and cost targets when making your selection.

Define your application requirements including performance needs, power constraints, and operating environment. Our FAE team can help match the optimal Loongson processor to your specifications.

Loongson provides comprehensive development tools and ecosystem support. Hardware development tools include evaluation boards, development kits, and reference designs for rapid prototyping. Software tools include GCC and LLVM compilers optimized for LoongArch, GDB debugger, and profiling tools. Loongson supports multiple operating systems including Loongnix (official Linux distribution), Kylin OS, UnionTech UOS, and various community Linux distributions. For embedded development, Loongson provides BSP (Board Support Package) packages with drivers and middleware. Documentation includes technical reference manuals, programming guides, and application notes. The company also offers technical training and certification programs for developers.

Access Loongson development resources through our distribution channel. We can provide evaluation kits, technical documentation, and development support for your projects.

Loongson processors support software compatibility through multiple approaches. Native LoongArch applications deliver optimal performance and are the recommended approach for new development. For existing software, Loongson provides LAT (Loongson Architecture Translator) binary translation technology that enables running x86 and ARM applications on LoongArch processors with acceptable performance overhead. Major domestic software vendors have ported their applications to LoongArch native code, including office suites, databases, and industry-specific applications. The Linux ecosystem is well-supported with most open-source packages available for LoongArch. For specialized applications, software vendors can recompile their code using Loongson's toolchain with typically minimal modifications required.

Assess your software requirements and compatibility needs. We can provide guidance on software migration strategies and ecosystem availability for your specific applications.

Loongson processors are competitively priced compared to equivalent x86 and ARM solutions. Entry-level embedded processors (Loongson 1 series) are priced for cost-sensitive applications with prices comparable to ARM Cortex-A series processors. Mid-range embedded processors (Loongson 2 series) offer excellent performance-per-dollar for industrial and network applications. High-performance desktop and server processors (Loongson 3 series) provide competitive pricing for the performance delivered, typically 20-40% lower than equivalent x86 processors. Pricing varies based on volume, packaging, and temperature grade. As an authorized distributor, we offer competitive pricing and can provide quotations based on your specific requirements and volume forecasts.

Contact our sales team for current pricing and volume discounts. We can provide competitive quotations and supply agreements for your production requirements.