NXP Semiconductors MCF5474VR200

Overview

MCF5474VR200 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a ColdFire V4e-based 32-bit microprocessor with integrated DDR SDRAM controller, PCI 2.2 interface, dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controllers, USB 2.0 device controller, and optional cryptography accelerator. It operates at up to 200 MHz core frequency (312 MIPS @ 200 MHz), features 32-Kbyte instruction and data caches, MMU, FPU compliant with IEEE-754 double-precision, and supports industrial networking and embedded control applications requiring real-time I/O and secure data handling.

For engineers reviewing the MCF5474VR200 datasheet, MCF5474VR200 pinout, MCF5474VR200 application, or MCF5474VR200 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated package mapping (TEPBGA–388), confirmed pin-level functionality, key timing constraints for FlexBus/DDR/PCI, and two rigorously cross-referenced alternative microprocessors for migration or sourcing continuity.

Technical Context

The MCF5474VR200 implements a limited superscalar ColdFire V4e core with Harvard architecture, separate 32-Kbyte instruction and data caches, and a Memory Management Unit (MMU) supporting virtual memory management in embedded OS environments. Its internal XLB bus arbiter enables high-performance split transactions between multiple masters including the CPU, DMA, and peripheral controllers.

It integrates a 32-bit DDR/SDR SDRAM controller (66–133 MHz), PCI 2.2 interface (33–66 MHz with configurable divider ratios), and FlexBus subsystem (33–66 MHz) with six chip-selects for glueless interfacing to boot ROM, SRAM, and peripherals. The communications I/O subsystem includes dual FECs with 2-Kbyte FIFOs each, USB 2.0 device controller with integrated PHY, four PSCs, I²C, and DSPI - all supported by an intelligent 16-channel DMA controller.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: TEPBGA–388 (27 mm × 27 mm), ball pitch 1.0 mm, RoHS-compliant, thermally enhanced plastic BGA with exposed thermal pad.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microprocessor applications.

Compared with MCF5474VR200, the MCF5475VR266 provides direct frequency scaling within the same hardware platform, while the MPC8313EVRAGDB represents a generational shift toward Power Architecture with stronger Linux support and higher memory bandwidth - both require validation against thermal, layout, and firmware compatibility constraints.

Availability

MCF5474VR200 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial networking gateways, secure edge appliances, medical imaging controllers, and avionics data loggers requiring stable component supply, extended lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for MCF5474VR200 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.

The MCF5474VR200 belongs to the ColdFire V4e microprocessor family designed specifically for high-performance, real-time embedded applications demanding integrated networking, security acceleration, and deterministic I/O - targeting industrial automation, medical devices, and aerospace systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the MCF5474VR200?

The MCF5474VR200 has a maximum operating junction temperature of 105°C, as specified in Table 2 of the MCF5475EC datasheet. This limit must be maintained under worst-case ambient conditions and power dissipation; thermal design should target θJMA ≤ 19°C/W on a 4-layer PCB to ensure reliability in industrial environments where ambient temperatures reach 70°C.

Does the MCF5474VR200 include an integrated USB PHY?

Yes, the MCF5474VR200 includes an integrated USB 2.0 physical layer interface, as confirmed in the "Communications I/O subsystem" section of the datasheet. It supports full-speed and high-speed operation with dedicated USBD+/USBD− pins, USBVBUS detection, and internal biasing - eliminating the need for an external transceiver in most USB device implementations.

Is the MCF5474VR200 pin-compatible with other MCF547x variants like MCF5472 or MCF5475?

Yes, the MCF5474VR200 shares identical TEPBGA–388 pinout and package dimensions with all members of the MCF547x family (MCF5470–MCF5475), as documented in Figure 31 (Case Outline) and Section 17 of the MCF5475EC datasheet. This enables drop-in replacement across speed grades and feature subsets, provided voltage and timing constraints are met.

What DDR SDRAM standards does the MCF5474VR200 support?

The MCF5474VR200 supports JEDEC-compliant DDR SDRAM (not DDR2 or DDR3) at data rates up to 133 MHz, as stated in the "32-bit double data rate (DDR) synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) controller" feature list. It uses SSTL_2 I/O drivers and supports standard DDR timing parameters including tRCD, tRP, and tRAS - verified in Tables 12 and 13 of the datasheet.

Can the MCF5474VR200 execute code directly from DDR SDRAM?

No, the MCF5474VR200 cannot execute code directly from DDR SDRAM. Its ColdFire V4e core requires instruction fetches from memory mapped to its internal bus - typically boot ROM, flash, or SRAM. DDR SDRAM is accessible only as data memory via the XLB bus; code execution must originate from non-volatile or tightly coupled memory to meet timing and pipeline constraints.