Z80 Vs. 6502 (POLL)

Z80 and 6502 really popular cpus butf which one is better in support, availability and ease of use things i want to make both of them can handle but the availability and the documentation is the important part for me

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DAB over 6 years ago in reply to electrorubixtech +5

Yes, but the differences in the architecture also means that the tools and learning curve is different for both processors. I will admit, I have no idea how the current development tools are to use. What…
DAB over 6 years ago +4

I have used both processors. They have different types of architectures, so you really cannot compare the two until you establish your project requirements. Each architecture has advantages depending upon…
mistermagoo over 6 years ago +2

If I'm not mistaken, the TI-83 and up uses/used an instruction set based on, if not similar to, the Z-80's.

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dougw over 6 years ago

The Z80 is more powerful and more complex - both hardware and software are more complex. Sometimes the extra complexity makes things easier, but generally you have to go through a steeper learning curve to get there. If you want a more powerful system go with Z80, if simplicity is more important go with 6502. Note that both CPUs have companion chips that can really simplify system design.
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dougw over 6 years ago

The Z80 is more powerful and more complex - both hardware and software are more complex. Sometimes the extra complexity makes things easier, but generally you have to go through a steeper learning curve to get there. If you want a more powerful system go with Z80, if simplicity is more important go with 6502. Note that both CPUs have companion chips that can really simplify system design.
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