NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6G2DVM05AA-NXP

Overview

MCIMX6G2DVM05AA from NXP (formerly Freescale) is a single-core ARM Cortex-A7 applications processor operating at 528 MHz, integrated with 128 KB L2 cache, on-chip OCRAM (128 KB), and hardware accelerators including PXP for 2D image processing and ASRC for audio sample rate conversion. It targets embedded HMI, IoT gateways, and industrial control systems requiring low-power, high-integration compute.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6G2DVM05AA datasheet, MCIMX6G2DVM05AA pinout, MCIMX6G2DVM05AA application, or MCIMX6G2DVM05AA equivalent, key selection considerations include its 14×14 mm BGA package with 0.8 mm pitch, dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controllers, support for LPDDR2/DDR3/LVDDR3 memory, and integrated security features including CAAM, SNVS, and TrustZone-enabled boot.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6G2DVM05AA implements a single ARM Cortex-A7 core with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, private timer, watchdog, and NEON MPE co-processor. It integrates a 128 KB unified L2 cache, Snoop Control Unit (SCU), and General Interrupt Controller supporting 128 interrupts.

Its system-level peripherals include two FlexCAN 2.0B controllers, eight UARTs (up to 5 Mbps), four I²C interfaces, three SAI modules, two 12-bit ADCs (10 total channels), and a Quad SPI interface for serial NOR flash. Power management includes integrated LDOs, DVFS, SW state retention, and temperature/voltage monitoring.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6G2DVM05AA is housed in a plastic MAPBGA package measuring 14 mm × 14 mm with 0.8 mm ball pitch and 361 I/O balls. Pin assignments are defined per the i.MX 6UltraLite BGA-361 mechanical drawing and signal multiplexing table (Section 6.1, IMX6ULCEC Rev. 0).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6G2DVM05AA, MCIMX6Y2DVM05AA offers footprint reduction at the cost of I/O count and NOR interface support, while MCIMX6U5DVM06AA trades specialized multimedia acceleration for broader CPU/GPU capability - selection depends on whether pixel/audio offload or raw compute density dominates the system architecture.

Availability

MCIMX6G2DVM05AA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, secure IoT gateways, and EMV-compliant POS terminals requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing from authorized channels.

Supply support for MCIMX6G2DVM05AA 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 6UltraLite product line was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, power-constrained embedded applications requiring ARM Linux support, hardware security, and rich peripheral integration - targeting HMI, gateway, and control systems where BOM simplicity and certification readiness are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating junction temperature for MCIMX6G2DVM05AA?

The MCIMX6G2DVM05AA is rated for a junction temperature range of 0 °C to +95 °C, as specified in Table 1 of the IMX6ULCEC datasheet. This commercial-grade rating aligns with its target use in indoor industrial and consumer-facing equipment. Thermal design must ensure die temperature remains within this limit under worst-case ambient and power dissipation conditions, using appropriate PCB copper area and optional heat spreaders.

Does MCIMX6G2DVM05AA support DDR3L memory?

Yes, MCIMX6G2DVM05AA explicitly supports DDR3L (low-voltage DDR3) up to 800 Mbps, as confirmed in Section 1.2 "Features" and Table 10 "Operating Ranges" of the IMX6ULCEC datasheet. Its memory controller is compatible with DDR3L-1066/800, LPDDR2-800, and LVDDR3-800 standards, enabling flexible, energy-efficient memory subsystem design for battery-powered or thermally constrained applications.

How many USB ports does MCIMX6G2DVM05AA integrate, and what are their capabilities?

MCIMX6G2DVM05AA integrates two high-speed USB 2.0 On-The-Go (OTG) controllers, each with an integrated PHY supporting up to 480 Mbps. Both ports support host, device, and OTG roles, and are compliant with USB Battery Charging v1.2. They do not support USB 3.0 or SuperSpeed, and require external USB connectors, ESD protection, and proper 90 Ω differential routing per the i.MX 6UltraLite Hardware Development Guide.

Is MCIMX6G2DVM05AA pin-compatible with other i.MX 6UltraLite variants in the same package?

Yes, MCIMX6G2DVM05AA shares identical pinout and package (14×14 mm BGA-361, 0.8 mm pitch) with MCIMX6G3DVM05AA and other VM-suffixed i.MX 6UltraLite parts. Signal mapping, power domains, and ball functions are consistent across this package variant, enabling direct PCB reuse when migrating between speed grades or fuse options - provided boot configuration and software initialization match the specific silicon revision.

What security certifications apply to MCIMX6G2DVM05AA's hardware security modules?

MCIMX6G2DVM05AA's CAAM module includes NIST-certified cryptographic primitives: DRBG validation number 94 and SHS validation number 1455 under the Cryptographic Algorithm Validation Program (CAVP). Its A-HAB v4 implementation supports SHA-256 and 2048-bit RSA for secure boot, while SNVS provides tamper detection aligned with Common Criteria EAL4+ requirements for secure storage - though full platform certification depends on system-level implementation.