2 open source boards using the W65C816
Real designs built with the W65C816, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.
rjw57
The W65C816 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the W65C816 from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 147.2 × 143.5 mm and carries around 47 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Cpu board by rjw57.
W65C816: common questions
Where can I find a W65C816 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the W65C816. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.
How big is a typical board using the W65C816?
The median is 147.2 × 143.5 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the W65C816?
By GitHub stars, Cpu board by rjw57, with 68 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the W65C816 before building it?
Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.