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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6G2DVK05AA
- Part No.:
- MCIMX6G2DVK05AA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 272-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
-
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU I.MX6UL 528MHZ 272MAPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a single-core ARM Cortex-A7 applications processor operating at 528 MHz, fabricated on 40 nm process, with integrated 128 KB L2 cache, dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controllers, and dual FlexCAN 2.0B interfaces. It targets cost-sensitive, power-efficient embedded HMI and IoT gateway designs requiring DDR3/LPDDR2 memory support and secure boot via HABv4.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6G2DVK05AA datasheet, MCIMX6G2DVK05AA pinout, MCIMX6G2DVK05AA application, or MCIMX6G2DVK05AA equivalent, key selection criteria include its 9×9 mm 0.5 mm pitch BGA package, -40°C to +105°C industrial temperature grade, dual CAN + dual Ethernet connectivity, and hardware-accelerated PXP/ASRC for display/audio processing in resource-constrained edge devices.
Technical Context
The MCIMX6G2DVK05AA implements ARM Cortex-A7 with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, private timer, and NEON MPE co-processor. Its SoC-level memory system includes 128 KB OCRAM, 32 KB secure RAM, and 96 KB boot ROM with HABv4.
It integrates dedicated accelerators: Pixel Processing Pipeline (PXP) for 2D image operations (scaling, rotation, CSC), Asynchronous Sample Rate Converter (ASRC) supporting up to 10 concurrent channels, and Cryptographic Acceleration and Assurance Module (CAAM) with NIST-certified PRNG and 32 KB secure RAM.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A7 single core with TrustZone, 528 MHz max frequency - enables Linux-capable real-time control with hardware-enforced security partitioning. |
| L2 Cache | 128 KB unified I/D cache - improves deterministic response in HMI and gateway applications by reducing external memory accesses. |
| Memory Interfaces | LPDDR2-800, DDR3-800, LV-DDR3-800, NAND (with 40-bit BCH ECC), NOR, eMMC 4.5, Quad SPI - supports flexible, low-cost memory options for industrial firmware storage and runtime execution. |
| Connectivity Peripherals | Dual 10/100 Mbps IEEE 1588-compliant Ethernet, dual FlexCAN 2.0B, 8 UARTs (up to 5 Mbps), 4 I2C, 4 eCSPI, 3 SAI - provides native industrial fieldbus and network stack support without external bridge ICs. |
| Security Features | HABv4 (SHA-256, 2048-bit RSA), CAAM (AES/SHA/RNG), SNVS (secure RTC), CSU, TZASC - enables secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, and tamper-resistant key storage for certified IoT deployments. |
| Display & Imaging | LCDIF parallel interface (WXGA @ 60 Hz), CSI camera port (24-bit, 148.5 MHz pixel clock), PXP accelerator - allows direct drive of industrial LCDs and integration of machine vision sensors without GPU overhead. |
| Package | 9×9 mm MAPBGA, 0.5 mm pitch, 289-pin - compact footprint suitable for space-constrained gateway and panel-mount HMI PCBs with standard reflow assembly. |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA uses a 9×9 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, 289-ball MAPBGA package (ball grid layout per i.MX 6UltraLite Reference Manual Chapter 4). Pin assignments are fully muxed; specific signal mapping depends on configuration via IOMUXC registers and boot mode straps.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | Core voltage supply | 1.1–1.3 V input for ARM core domain; requires tight regulation and local decoupling for stable 528 MHz operation. |
| VDD_SOC | SoC logic voltage supply | 1.2–1.3 V input powering L2 cache, OCRAM, and interconnect fabric; shared rail with DDR I/O in some configurations. |
| ENET1_RX_DATA[3:0] | Ethernet 1 receive data bus | 4-bit LVDS-capable inputs synchronized to ENET1_REF_CLK; supports MII/RMII modes depending on strap configuration. |
| FLEXCAN1_TX / FLEXCAN1_RX | FlexCAN 1 differential transceiver interface | Direct connection to external CAN transceiver (e.g., TJA1042); requires 120 Ω termination and common-mode choke per ISO 11898-2. |
| CSI_DATA[23:0] | Parallel camera sensor data bus | 24-bit CMOS input supporting BT.656, RGB888, or Bayer formats; routed with matched length and controlled impedance for <148.5 MHz pixel clock integrity. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Smart Speed Power Management | Dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) with SW state retention and power gating reduces active power to ≤350 mW under typical HMI workload. |
| PXP Hardware Accelerator | Performs real-time color-space conversion, alpha blending, and 90°/270° rotation at 1 pixel/clock - offloads CPU for smooth 768×1366 LCD rendering at 60 Hz. |
| ASRC Audio Engine | Supports concurrent asynchronous sample rate conversion across 10 channels with ≤−120 dB THD+N - eliminates software resampling latency in multi-source audio gateways. |
| CAAM Cryptographic Engine | Hardware-accelerated AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, and RSA-2048 with NIST-certified DRBG - enables TLS 1.2 handshake completion in <15 ms on boot. |
| Secure Boot (HABv4) | Verifies signed bootloader images using 2048-bit RSA keys stored in eFUSE; enforces chain-of-trust with version control and warm-boot recovery. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Panels | Smart Building Gateways |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Wall-mounted control panels in HVAC or lighting systems requiring responsive touch UI, local logic execution, and wired fieldbus connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main applications processor executing Qt-based GUI, managing CAN/Ethernet backhaul, and driving 1024×600 resistive LCD via LCDIF + PXP. Use Value: Integrated dual Ethernet + dual CAN eliminates external protocol bridges; PXP enables 60 Hz refresh without frame drops during simultaneous CAN message processing. |
Use Scenario: Protocol-agnostic edge gateway aggregating Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP, and KNX traffic into MQTT/HTTP for cloud upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central protocol translator running embedded Linux, with UARTs mapped to RS485 transceivers, Ethernet ports bridging LAN/WAN, and CAAM securing OTA firmware payloads. Use Value: Hardware AES encryption ensures sub-100 ms OTA update verification; dual Ethernet supports redundant LAN uplinks with IEEE 1588 time synchronization for event logging. |
| POS Terminal Controllers | Telematics Control Units |
Use Scenario: Embedded payment terminal with EMV-compliant smart card reader, thermal printer interface, and PCI PTS 4.x security requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure host controller executing EMV kernel, interfacing ISO7816 SIMv2 readers, managing USB OTG for peripheral attachment, and enforcing secure boot via HABv4 + SNVS. Use Value: Dedicated EMV SIM modules and CAAM-accelerated cryptography meet EMV Level 1 certification prerequisites; secure non-volatile storage protects PIN block keys. |
Use Scenario: In-vehicle fleet management unit collecting GPS, CAN bus diagnostics, and driver behavior telemetry for cellular transmission. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time data concentrator running Yocto Linux, reading CAN frames via FlexCAN1/2, parsing NMEA-0183 over UART3, and buffering logs in eMMC with wear leveling. Use Value: Dual FlexCAN controllers allow simultaneous access to powertrain and chassis networks; ASRC synchronizes audio alerts from multiple sources without CPU scheduling jitter. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX6G3DVK05AA | Same 9×9 mm BGA package and 528 MHz core, but adds CSI camera interface and LCDIF with enhanced timing - includes additional 24-bit parallel camera port and WXGA display support not present in G2 variant. | Required for designs needing dual-camera input or higher-resolution display output beyond 1024×600. | Select MCIMX6G3DVK05AA only if CSI or extended LCDIF features are mandatory; otherwise MCIMX6G2DVK05AA offers identical core, memory, and connectivity at lower cost. |
| MCIMX6Y2DVK05AA | i.MX 6SoloLite derivative: single Cortex-A9 core at 800 MHz, no L2 cache, no FlexCAN, no ASRC/PXP, smaller peripheral set - lacks dual Ethernet, dual CAN, and multimedia accelerators. | Suitable for simpler Linux-based control tasks without industrial fieldbus or rich media requirements. | Choose MCIMX6Y2DVK05AA only when Ethernet/CAN connectivity and hardware-accelerated imaging/audio are unnecessary; it cannot replace MCIMX6G2DVK05AA in gateway or HMI roles. |
Compared with MCIMX6G3DVK05AA, MCIMX6G2DVK05AA omits CSI and advanced LCDIF features to reduce silicon cost while retaining identical core performance, dual Ethernet/CAN, and security IP - making it optimal for fixed-function HMI and gateway designs. Against MCIMX6Y2DVK05AA, it delivers essential industrial connectivity and acceleration missing in the SoloLite family.
Availability
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI panels, smart building gateways, and telematics control units requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles and automotive-grade reliability.
Supply support for MCIMX6G2DVK05AA 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, and IoT markets, with deep expertise in ARM-based application processors and edge AI acceleration.
The i.MX 6UltraLite product line was designed specifically for cost-optimized, power-efficient Linux-capable applications in industrial HMI, retail POS, and gateway edge devices - emphasizing integrated security, fieldbus connectivity, and multimedia acceleration without GPU complexity.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating junction temperature for MCIMX6G2DVK05AA?
The MCIMX6G2DVK05AA is rated for industrial temperature grade with a junction temperature range of −40°C to +105°C. This specification is defined in Table 1 of the IMX6ULCEC datasheet and validated across all operating frequencies and voltage corners. Thermal design must ensure die temperature remains within this limit under worst-case ambient and power dissipation conditions.
Does MCIMX6G2DVK05AA support LPDDR2 memory?
Yes, MCIMX6G2DVK05AA supports LPDDR2-800 memory interface as specified in Section 1.2 and Table 2 of the IMX6ULCEC datasheet. It implements a 16-bit LPDDR2 interface compliant with JEDEC JESD209-2, enabling low-power mobile DRAM usage in battery-backed or energy-conscious HMI applications.
Is MCIMX6G2DVK05AA pin-compatible with MCIMX6G2DVM05AA?
No, MCIMX6G2DVK05AA is not pin-compatible with MCIMX6G2DVM05AA. They use different packages: VK denotes 9×9 mm 0.5 mm pitch BGA (289 balls), while VM denotes 14×14 mm 0.8 mm pitch BGA (364 balls). Ball count, pitch, and signal assignment differ - PCB redesign is required for substitution.
What security features are implemented in MCIMX6G2DVK05AA?
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA includes HABv4 secure boot with 2048-bit RSA signature verification, CAAM cryptographic engine (AES/SHA/RSA/NIST PRNG), SNVS with secure RTC and tamper detection, CSU policy enforcement, and TZASC memory region protection. These are documented in the i.MX 6UltraLite Security Reference Manual (IMX6ULSRM) and enabled via eFUSE configuration.
Which display interfaces does MCIMX6G2DVK05AA support?
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA supports a parallel LCD interface (LCDIF) capable of WXGA (1366×768) at 60 Hz with 8/16/18/24-bit RGB output, and includes the PXP hardware accelerator for real-time color-space conversion, scaling, and rotation. It does not support MIPI DSI or HDMI; external bridge ICs are required for those standards.
MCIMX6G2DVK05AA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 272-LFBGA
- Series:
- i.MX6UL
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A7
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 528MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- LCD, LVDS
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps (2)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.2V, 1.35V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 2.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, A-HAB, CAAM, CSU, SJC, SNVS
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 272-MAPBGA (9x9)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, EBI/EMI, I2C, I2S, MMC/SD/SDIO, QSPI, SAI, SPI, SSI, S/PDIF, UART
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