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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB
- Part No.:
- MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 624-FBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU I.MX6QP 800MHZ 624FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB from NXP Semiconductors is an industrial-grade quad-core Arm Cortex-A9 applications processor with integrated VPU, GPU3Dv6 (OpenGL ES 3.0), GPU2Dv3, and IPUv3H image processors. It operates at 800 MHz, supports DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory, and delivers 198 MTri/s 3D graphics performance for HMI and multimedia edge devices.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB datasheet, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB pinout, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB application, or MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB equivalent, key selection considerations include its FCPBGA-521 package, -40°C to +105°C industrial temperature rating, dual MIPI CSI-2/DSI interfaces, HDMI 1.4 output, and hardware-accelerated 1080p video encode/decode via VPU.
Technical Context
The MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB implements a symmetric 4-core Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core, 1 MB shared L2 cache, TrustZone security, and NEON MPE co-processor. Its memory subsystem includes 512 KB OCRAM and boot ROM with HABv4 secure boot.
It integrates eight PLLs, dedicated clock control (CCM), general power controller (GPC), and system reset controller (SRC). Multimedia acceleration is provided by VPU, dual IPUv3H, GPU3Dv6 (198 MTri/s), GPU2Dv3, and GPUVGv2 - all operating on a unified AXI/AMBA interconnect fabric with SPBA and AHB bridges.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Quad Arm Cortex-A9 @ 800 MHz (792 MHz max with 24 MHz USB clock) |
| Graphics Engine | GPU3Dv6 OpenGL ES 3.0 with 4 shaders, 198 MTri/s peak fill rate |
| Video Processing | VPU supporting 1080p60 encode/decode (H.264, VC-1, MPEG-4, VP8) |
| Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 with MMDC controller and interleaving support |
| Package | FCPBGA-521, 21 mm × 21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, lidded |
| Temperature Range | Industrial grade: -40°C to +105°C junction temperature |
| Security Features | CAAM (16 KB secure RAM), SNVS, CSU, A-HABv4, TrustZone, eFUSE-based boot policy |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB 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 per IMX6DQPIEC Rev. 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CLK_24M_IN | Primary Oscillator Input | Mandatory 24 MHz crystal reference for USB PHY and system clock generation |
| VDD_ARM | Core Power Supply | 1.2 V ±3% supply for Arm Cortex-A9 cores and L1/L2 caches |
| VDD_SOC | SoC Logic Power | 1.2 V ±3% supply for MMDC, GPC, CCM, and peripheral logic domains |
| DDR_DQ[0:63] | DDR Data Bus | 64-bit bidirectional data interface for DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2 memory |
| CSI_DATA[0:3] | MIPI CSI-2 Data Lane | Four-lane MIPI CSI-2 receiver supporting up to 800 Mbps/lane (4-lane mode) |
| HDMI_TX_CLK | HDMI Pixel Clock Output | Differential 100 Ω LVDS output driving HDMI 1.4 compliant displays up to 1080p60 |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Smart Speed Power Management | DVFS-enabled dynamic voltage/frequency scaling across CPU, GPU, and VPU domains to reduce active power without compromising real-time throughput |
| Multi-Display Support | Simultaneous drive of up to four independent displays: parallel RGB, HDMI 1.4, dual LVDS, and MIPI DSI - total pixel bandwidth up to 450 Mpixels/sec |
| Hardware Video Acceleration | VPU offloads full 1080p60 encode/decode from CPU, enabling Linux-based systems to sustain >30 fps video playback while running GUI and network stacks |
| Secure Boot Architecture | A-HABv4 with SHA-256, 2048-bit RSA keys, and eFUSE-programmable boot policy enforces chain-of-trust from ROM to OS kernel |
| Flexible Camera Interface | Dual MIPI CSI-2 receivers (4 lanes each) plus parallel 20-bit camera port enable multi-sensor vision systems without external bridging logic |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Terminal | Medical Imaging Display |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Touch-enabled operator interface in factory automation panels with real-time alarm overlay and trend visualization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing Linux Qt-based GUI, rendering vector graphics via GPUVGv2, and synchronizing display updates with PLC I/O cycles via GPIO and CAN. Use Value: GPU3Dv6 enables smooth 60 Hz animation of layered UI elements while VPU decodes diagnostic video streams from connected endoscopes or ultrasound units. |
Use Scenario: Portable ultrasound device requiring low-latency image processing and high-fidelity color display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central SoC handling raw sensor data ingestion via parallel camera interface, real-time beamforming acceleration in NEON MPE, and HDMI 1.4 output to calibrated clinical monitor. Use Value: Dual IPUv3H units perform concurrent noise reduction and contrast enhancement on live B-mode frames at 30 fps, with zero CPU load penalty. |
| Retail Digital Signage | Automotive Infotainment Gateway |
Use Scenario: Multi-zone retail kiosk displaying synchronized HD video ads, interactive touch menus, and real-time inventory overlays. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Graphics-intensive host managing four independent display outputs (HDMI + dual LVDS + MIPI DSI), decoding multiple H.264 streams, and running Android Automotive OS. Use Value: GPU2Dv3 accelerates BitBLT operations for rapid screen compositing across zones, while CAAM secures OTA firmware updates with AES-256 encryption. |
Use Scenario: In-vehicle infotainment head unit integrating navigation, rear-view camera, Bluetooth audio, and vehicle bus diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Application processor interfacing with FlexCAN buses (2×), MIPI CSI-2 camera input, HDMI display output, and eMMC storage - all under AEC-Q100-aligned thermal constraints. Use Value: Integrated PMU and temperature sensor enable adaptive DVFS throttling during sustained GPU load, maintaining operation within -40°C to +105°C industrial envelope. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX6QP6CVT8AB | Same silicon revision and package, but rated for 696 MHz maximum CPU frequency (vs. 800 MHz) | Limited to lower-throughput HMI and non-real-time video analytics due to reduced CPU/GPU clock headroom | Select when thermal budget or power envelope restricts sustained 800 MHz operation |
| MCIMX8MQ5CVTJZAC | Arm Cortex-A53 quad-core @ 1.5 GHz, integrated GC7000Lite GPU, no VPU; uses 10 nm process vs. 40 nm | Superior CPU IPC and AI inference capability, but lacks hardware 1080p60 video encode/decode and legacy interface support (e.g., parallel LCD, EIM NOR) | Choose for new designs prioritizing ML edge inference and Android 11+ compatibility over legacy display/video IP reuse |
Compared with MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB, MCIMX6QP6CVT8AB offers identical feature set at lower frequency for thermally constrained deployments, while MCIMX8MQ5CVTJZAC shifts to modern Armv8-A architecture with higher CPU efficiency but removes dedicated video acceleration and legacy bus interfaces critical for industrial display retrofitting.
Availability
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI terminals, medical imaging displays, retail digital signage, and automotive infotainment gateways requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with deep expertise in Arm-based application processors and edge AI platforms.
The i.MX 6QuadPlus product line was engineered specifically for graphics-intensive industrial and medical human-machine interfaces, delivering deterministic multimedia performance and long-term availability under harsh environmental conditions.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 memory speed supported by MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB?
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB supports DDR3-1066 (533 MHz) operation via its 64-bit MMDC interface, with interleaving mode enabled for dual-channel LPDDR2 configurations. The memory controller is validated for DDR3L-1066 and LPDDR2-800, and requires precise board-level impedance matching and timing closure per IMX6DQPIEC Section 4.10.
Does MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB include hardware cryptographic acceleration?
Yes, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB integrates the Cryptographic Acceleration and Assurance Module (CAAM) with 16 KB of secure RAM, NIST-certified PRNG, and hardware engines for AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048, and HMAC. CAAM is accessible via Linux crypto API and used by A-HABv4 for secure boot key management.
Can MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB directly drive an HDMI 1.4 display without external level-shifting?
Yes, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB includes a fully integrated HDMI 1.4 transmitter with differential TMDS outputs compliant to HDMI specification v1.4. It drives standard HDMI connectors directly using 3.3 V tolerant I/O banks and requires only passive termination resistors per IMX6DQPIEC Section 6.2 pinout guidelines.
What boot devices are natively supported by MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB?
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB supports boot from NAND Flash (MLC/SLC, BCH up to 40-bit), eMMC 4.41, SD/MMC, SPI NOR, and OneNAND via its GPMI and uSDHC controllers. Boot mode is selected by strapping pins (BOOT_MODE[1:0]) and configured in OTP fuses during manufacturing.
Is MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB pin-compatible with other i.MX 6QuadPlus variants like MCIMX6QP7CVT8AA?
Yes, MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB is pin-compatible with MCIMX6QP7CVT8AA - both share identical FCPBGA-521 package, ball map, and electrical characteristics. The sole difference is fuse configuration: MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB has VPU and GPU enabled with no MLB (Media Link Bus) restrictions, while MCIMX6QP7CVT8AA may have different security fusing.
MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 624-FBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- i.MX6QP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A9
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 800MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, DDR3L, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- HDMI, Keypad, LCD, LVDS, MIPI/DSI, Parallel
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (1)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (3), USB 2.0 OTG + PHY (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.5V, 2.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, A-HAB, CAAM, CSU, SJC, SNVS
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 624-FCBGA (21x21)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, EBI/EMI, I2C, I2S, MMC/SD/SDIO, SAI, SPI, SSI, S/PDIF, UART
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB?
All MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MCIMX6QP7CVT8AB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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