NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB

Overview

MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB from NXP Semiconductors is an industrial-grade i.MX 6DualPlus applications processor featuring dual Arm Cortex-A9 cores operating at 800 MHz, integrated VPU and GPU for 1080p video processing and OpenGL ES 3.0 graphics acceleration, and a 64-bit DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory interface. It targets high-performance HMI and embedded multimedia systems requiring real-time video rendering, multi-display support, and hardware-accelerated imaging.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB datasheet, MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB pinout, MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB application, or MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB equivalent, key selection criteria include industrial temperature range (−40°C to +105°C), FCPBGA-521 package with 0.8 mm pitch, dual-core Cortex-A9 with TrustZone, integrated CAAM security module, and support for HDMI 1.4, MIPI CSI-2/DSI, and Gigabit Ethernet.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB implements a symmetric dual-core Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core, 1 MB shared L2 cache, and NEON MPE co-processor. It integrates dedicated hardware accelerators including VPU (H.264/H.265 decode/encode), dual IPUv3H image processors, GPU3Dv6 (OpenGL ES 3.0), GPU2Dv3 (BitBLT), and GPUVGv2 (OpenVG 1.1).

Its system architecture includes a multi-mode DDR controller (MMDC) supporting DDR3-1066/DDR3L-1066/LPDDR2-800, four uSDHC ports (UHS-I SDR-104), three USB 2.0 hosts (one with HS PHY, two with HS-IC PHY), one USB OTG with integrated HS PHY, PCIe v2.0 x1 root/endpoint, and dual FlexCAN 2.0B controllers - all managed via AXI/AHB switch fabric and clock/reset control modules (CCM/GPC/SRC).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB is housed in a 521-ball Fine-Pitch Chip Array Ball Grid Array (FCPBGA) package measuring 21 mm × 21 mm with 0.8 mm ball pitch and integrated heat spreader lid. Pin assignments follow NXP's standardized signal naming convention (IMX6 Series Standardized Signal Name Map EB792) and are documented in Section 6 of IMX6DQPIEC Rev. 3.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB offers higher CPU concurrency at same power envelope, while i.MX8M Mini Quad provides architectural modernization and improved IPC but sacrifices video codec capability and requires full hardware revision.

Availability

MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, transportation infotainment, medical imaging displays, and machine vision systems requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB 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 company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.

The i.MX 6DualPlus family was designed specifically for graphics-intensive industrial applications requiring long-lifecycle support, extended temperature operation, and hardware-enforced security - targeting HMI, vision, and multimedia edge devices.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 memory speed for MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB?

The MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB supports DDR3-1066 (533 MHz) operation with 64-bit bus width. Its Multi-Mode DDR Controller (MMDC) is validated for DDR3L-1066 and LPDDR2-800 as well. Performance is limited by internal bus throughput, with measured sustained bandwidth reaching 2.1 GB/s in interleaved mode using two 32-bit channels - sufficient for dual 1080p60 video pipelines.

Does MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB include hardware video encoding capabilities?

Yes, MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB integrates a dedicated Video Processing Unit (VPU) that supports hardware-accelerated H.264 and H.265 encoding up to 1080p60 resolution. It also handles MPEG-4, VP8, and MJPEG encode/decode. The VPU operates independently of the CPU cores, enabling zero-CPU-load streaming while maintaining full UI responsiveness during video capture.

What security features are implemented in MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB?

MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB includes Arm TrustZone, Advanced High Assurance Boot (A-HABv4) with SHA-256 and 2048-bit RSA, Cryptographic Acceleration and Assurance Module (CAAM) with NIST-certified PRNG, Secure Non-Volatile Storage (SNVS), and Central Security Unit (CSU). These features collectively enable secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, tamper-resistant key storage, and runtime integrity monitoring - meeting IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements.

Can MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB support simultaneous HDMI and LVDS display outputs?

Yes, MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB can drive HDMI 1.4 and LVDS interfaces concurrently. Its display subsystem includes separate timing controllers for each: HDMI Tx block supports 1080p60 with HDCP 1.4, while LDB (LVDS Display Bridge) supports dual-channel WUXGA (1920×1200) at 60 Hz. Total pixel throughput is capped at 450 Mpixels/sec, allowing both interfaces to operate at full resolution without contention when configured with appropriate memory bandwidth allocation.

What is the recommended boot configuration for MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB in industrial applications?

For industrial reliability, MCIMX6DP7CVT8AB should be configured for eMMC boot using BOOT_MODE[1:0] = 0b10. This leverages the integrated ROM bootloader's eMMC HS400 mode support, providing faster startup (<800 ms cold boot), wear-leveling awareness, and robust error correction. External NAND or SPI NOR are acceptable alternatives but require additional ECC management in software and exhibit longer boot times due to slower interface speeds.