Choosing Hardware for Sensor Node

Question

I am having a doubt, please help me out....

I am trying to make a sensor node, and for that I have two launchpads as options from which I would like to choose:

1) MSP430F5529

2) MSP430FR5969

Which one should I choose?

Pros and cons will be greatly appreciated (I am already aware of the cost I wish to know in terms of power consumption, functionality and OS porting).

Than You in advance!!

clem57 · Accepted Answer

If you plan on running on battery most if not all the time pick

MSP430FR5969 (ACTIVE)

MSP430FR5969 16 MHz Ultra-Low-Power Microcontroller featuring 64 KB FRAM, 2 KB SRAM, 40 IO

The MSP430 ultra-low-power (ULP) FRAM platform combines uniquely embedded FRAM and a holistic ultra-low-power system architecture, allowing innovators to increase performance at lowered energy budgets. FRAM technology combines the speed, flexibility, and endurance of SRAM with the stability and reliability of flash at much lower power.
The MSP430 ULP FRAM portfolio consists of a diverse set of devices featuring FRAM, the ULP 16-bit MSP430 CPU, and intelligent peripherals targeted for various applications. The ULP architecture showcases seven low-power modes, optimized to achieve extended battery life in energy-challenged applications.

Otherwise either are fine.

MSP430F5529 (ACTIVE)

16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power Microcontroller, 128KB Flash, 8KB RAM, USB, 12Bit ADC, 2 USCIs, 32Bit HW MPY

My two cents worth,

Clem