GW1NS-4C
GowinLittleBeeThe GW1NS-4C is a LittleBee SoC FPGA from Gowin, built on a 55 nm process. It provides 4,608 LUT4 look-up tables, 3,456 flip-flops, 0.2 Mb of block RAM and 16 18×18 multipliers. Its processing system includes a single Cortex-M3 core. The programmable logic offers up to 106 user I/O pins. It is available in 5 packages, from the CS49 (2.9 × 2.9 mm) to the LQ144 (20 × 20 mm). Designs are built with Gowin EDA.
Specifications
| Vendor | Gowin |
|---|---|
| Family | LittleBee |
| Series | GW1N |
| Process | 55 nm |
| Configuration memory | Embedded flash |
| LUT4-equivalent capacity | 4,608 |
| Look-up tables (LUT4) | 4,608 |
| Flip-flops | 3,456 |
| Block RAM | 0.2 Mb (10 × 18 Kb) |
| DSP (18×18 multiplier) | 16 |
| Max. user I/O | 106 |
|---|---|
| PL transceivers | None |
| PCI Express (PL) | None |
| Analog / monitor | None |
| Hard processor | 1× Cortex-M3 |
| Design tool | Gowin EDA |
Packages
| Package | Size (mm) | Pitch (mm) | User I/O | Transceivers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS49 | 2.9 × 2.9 | 0.4 | 42 | — |
| CS81X | 3.6 × 3.6 | 0.4 | 67 | — |
| LQ144 | 20 × 20 | 0.5 | 82 | — |
| MG64 | 4.2 × 4.2 | 0.5 | 56 | — |
| QN48 | 6 × 6 | 0.4 | 39 | — |
Package names are shown as in the selection guide; the full ordering code adds speed grade and temperature (see the data sheet).
Alternatives to the GW1NS-4C
Closest matches in other families and vendors by logic, DSP, memory, I/O and transceivers. Check pin compatibility and tools before migrating.
| Device | LUT4-eq. | Vendor logic | DSP | Block RAM | Max I/O | Transceivers | PCIe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10CL006Altera Cyclone 10 LP | 6K 6K LUT4 | 6K LE | 15 | 0.3 Mb | 176 | — | — |
| EP4CE6Altera Cyclone IV | 6K 6K LUT4 | 6K LE | 15 | 0.3 Mb | 179 | — | — |
| XC7S6AMD Spartan-7 | 6K 3.8K LUT6 | 6K LC | 10 | 0.2 Mb | 100 | — | — |
| 10M04Altera MAX 10 | 4K 4K LUT4 | 4K LE | 20 | 0.2 Mb | 246 | — | — |
| T8Efinix Trion | ≈7.4K 7.4K LEs | 7.4K LE | 8 | 0.1 Mb | 97 | — | — |
| A3C 025Altera Agilex 3 | 17K 8.5K ALMs | 25.1K LE | 34 | 1.3 Mb | 256 | — | — |
Compare side by side: GW1NS-4C vs 10CL006, GW1NS-4C vs EP4CE6, GW1NS-4C vs XC7S6.
GW1NS-4C quick facts
How many LUTs does the GW1NS-4C have?
The GW1NS-4C has 4,608 LUT4 look-up tables, about 4,608 LUT4 equivalents.
How many DSP blocks does the GW1NS-4C have?
The GW1NS-4C has 16 18×18 multipliers and 0.2 Mb of block RAM.
Does the GW1NS-4C have transceivers?
No, the GW1NS-4C has no multi-gigabit transceivers. Its user I/O supports up to 106 pins.
Does the GW1NS-4C have a processor?
Yes. It includes a hard 1× Cortex-M3 processor.
What are the alternatives to the GW1NS-4C?
Devices of similar size in other families include 10CL006 (Altera Cyclone 10 LP), EP4CE6 (Altera Cyclone IV), XC7S6 (AMD Spartan-7).
Which software is used to design with the GW1NS-4C?
Designs for the GW1NS-4C are built with Gowin EDA.
Other LittleBee devices
| Device | LUT4-eq. | Vendor logic | DSP | Block RAM | Max I/O | Transceivers | PCIe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GW1NZ-1 | 1.2K 1.2K LUT4 | — | — | 0.1 Mb | 48 | — | — |
| GW1N-1P5 | 1.6K 1.6K LUT4 | — | — | 0.1 Mb | 125 | — | — |
| GW1N-2 | 2.3K 2.3K LUT4 | — | — | 0.1 Mb | 125 | — | — |
| GW1NR-2 | 2.3K 2.3K LUT4 | — | — | 0.1 Mb | 126 | — | — |
| GW1NZ-2 | 2.3K 2.3K LUT4 | — | — | 0.1 Mb | 125 | — | — |
| GW1NRF-4B | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 25 | — | — |
| GW1N-4 | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 218 | — | — |
| GW1NR-4 | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 218 | — | — |
| GW1NS-4 | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 106 | — | — |
| GW1NS-4C | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 106 | — | — |
| GW1NSR-4 | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 106 | — | — |
| GW1NSR-4C | 4.6K 4.6K LUT4 | — | 16 | 0.2 Mb | 106 | — | — |
| GW1N-9 | 8.6K 8.6K LUT4 | — | 20 | 0.5 Mb | 276 | — | — |
| GW1NR-9 | 8.6K 8.6K LUT4 | — | 20 | 0.5 Mb | 276 | — | — |
Source: Gowin LittleBee product page, retrieved 2026-10-24. Data is extracted automatically from the vendor's selection guide; verify critical values in the device data sheet.