# Renesas

## Renesas

> The merger in April 2010 between NEC Electronics and Renesas Technology has given birth to Renesas Electronics. As a semiconductor manufacturer, we strive to be the first to meet the needs of our customers worldwide with the aim of becoming one of their most trusted partners [Homepage](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/)

## Microcontrollers and Microprocessors

> In response to user requirements that are rapidly expanding in scope, Renesas Electronics offers microcontroller and microprocessor products that provide excellent expandability while allowing customers to make full use of existing resources.

* [RL78 Family](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/products/microcontrollers-microprocessors/rl78.html)
  * Instrument Cluster
* [RX Family](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/products/microcontrollers-microprocessors/rx.html)
  * Common Technologies for Industry
  * Security
  * Home Appliance
  * Human Interface
* [RH850 Family (Automotive only)](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/products/microcontrollers-microprocessors/rh850.html)
  * HEV/EV
* [RZ Family](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/products/microcontrollers-microprocessors/rz.html)
  * Car Audio
  * PC Peripheral
  * Home Appliance
  * Healthcare
  * Security

### Use Cases

* IoT Device
  * Renesas RL78
  * Renesas RX100
* Gateway
  * Renesas RX600
  * Renesas RZ

## Renesas Synergy™ Platform

> A complete and qualified platform that accelerates embedded development, inspiring innovation and enabling differentiation. [Renesas Synergy™ Platform](https://www.renesas.com/en-us/products/synergy.html)


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