• Does ARM have a time counter mechanism?
    Say, like Time Stamp Counter of x86, or Time Base of PowerPC, which can used to do some performance profiling.
  • Generic Timer - Is it optional?
    Hi all, The generic timer feature is provided in the V8 manual. Is it optional like GIC or it will be available with processor IP by default like cache, MPU features. Is it operates on CPU clock or it...
  • How to configure Cortex-A57 PMU
    I asked this question in a different community space but it seemed like this is a more appropriate home. I'm trying to configure the performance counters for the Cortex-A57 and I'm very confused. The...
  • Generic Timer in Cortex A-53
    What is the input & output of system counter? What is it's purpose? How to start/stop it? What is the input & output of Physical counter? What is it's purpose? How to start/stop it? What are the...
  • Feature Comparison ARM v8 series
    Hi Experts, Please specify is there any document on the Cortex A series comparison sheet for the various properties. For example, Table 2.1 in the https://static.docs.arm.com/den0024/a/DEN0024A_v8_architecture_PG...