ATML - 2012 10K

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements on Form S‑8 (Nos. 33‑39925, 33‑93662, 333‑15823, 333‑71881, 333‑88203, 333‑107899, 333‑151167, 333‑171262, and 333-177902) of Atmel Corporation of our report dated February 26, 2013, with respect to the consolidated balance sheet of Atmel Corporation as of December 31, 2012, and the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income, stockholders' equity, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related financial statement schedule, and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2012, which report appears in the December 31, 2012 annual report on Form 10‑K of Atmel Corporation.