NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR

Overview

MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR from NXP Semiconductors is a single-core Arm Cortex-A9 applications processor operating at 800 MHz, featuring integrated VPU, GPU, EPDC, and MLB interfaces, 512 KB L2 cache, and support for DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory - deployed in color eReaders and industrial HMIs requiring multimedia-rich, low-power operation.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR datasheet, MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR pinout, MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR application, or MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR equivalent, key selection criteria include its 800 MHz CPU frequency, EPD controller for E-INK displays up to 1650×2332, dual CAN 2.0B ports, HDMI 1.4 output, and 21×21 mm MAPBGA package with 0.8 mm pitch.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR implements a single Arm Cortex-A9 core with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, and a shared 512 KB unified L2 cache. It integrates dedicated hardware accelerators including VPU (H.264/MPEG-4 decode), GPU3Dv5 (OpenGL ES 2.0), GPU2Dv2 (BitBlt), IPUv3H (image processing), and PXP (pixel pipeline for EPD).

Its system architecture includes dual FlexCAN 2.0B controllers, Gigabit Ethernet MAC (IEEE 1588 compliant), four eCSPI, four I²C, five UARTs (one supporting RS485 9-bit mode), ASRC for multi-channel audio sample rate conversion, and CAAM cryptographic engine with 16 KB secure RAM - all managed via GPC power controller and CCM clock module.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR uses a 484-ball MAPBGA package (21×21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) with ball map defined in NXP document IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9, Section 6.2. Pin assignments follow standardized i.MX6 signal naming convention per EB792 mapping.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR, MCIMX6S5EVM10AC trades EPDC for higher clock speed and extended temp range, while MCIMX6U5DVM10AC adds dual-core capability but removes MLB - making MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR uniquely balanced for E-INK-centric, automotive-networked, single-threaded embedded applications.

Availability

MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for color eReaders, industrial HMIs, IP phones, and home energy gateways requiring stable component supply across extended commercial temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR 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 markets, with over 40 years of microcontroller and applications processor innovation.

The i.MX 6Solo family - including MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR - was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, power-constrained consumer and industrial applications requiring rich multimedia, E-INK display support, and automotive-grade interface flexibility without dual-core complexity.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR?

The MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR operates at a maximum frequency of 800 MHz. This speed grade is confirmed in Table 1 of the IMX6SDLCEC datasheet (Rev. 9), where "08" in the part number denotes the 800 MHz speed option. When using the required 24 MHz input clock for USB functionality, the SoC speed is limited to 792 MHz per datasheet footnote 2 - a constraint directly applicable to MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR.

Does the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR include an E-INK display controller?

Yes, the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR integrates a dedicated E-INK Panel Display Controller (EPDC) supporting both monochrome and color E-INK panels up to 1650×2332 resolution with 5-bit grayscale per color channel. This is explicitly confirmed in the "Options" column of Table 1 (IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9), where MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR is listed with "With VPU, GPU, MLB, EPDC" - matching its suffix "A" variant designation.

What package type and ball count does the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR use?

The MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR uses a 484-ball MAPBGA package measuring 21 mm × 21 mm with 0.8 mm pitch, as specified in Section 6.2 ("21x21 mm Package Information") of the IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9 datasheet. This package is identical across the i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite consumer-grade family and supports standard reflow profiles per JEDEC J-STD-020.

Which security features are implemented in the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR?

The MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR implements Arm TrustZone, CAAM cryptographic accelerator (with NIST-certified PRNG and 16 KB secure RAM), SNVS secure RTC, CSU-configurable security policy, and A-HAB v4 secure boot with SHA-256 and 2048-bit RSA verification. These features are documented in Sections 1.2 and 8 of IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9 and apply to all "A"-suffixed i.MX 6Solo parts with EPDC.

What is the temperature grade of the MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR?

The MCIMX6S1AVM08ACR is rated for extended commercial temperature operation from −20°C to +105°C (Tj), indicated by the "E" in its part number nomenclature per Figure 1 of IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9. This grade is validated per JEDEC JESD22-A104 and supports deployment in sealed industrial enclosures without active cooling.