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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6S4AVM10AD
- Part No.:
- MCIMX6S4AVM10AD
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 624-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MCIMX6S4AVM10AD.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU I.MX6S 1GHZ 624MAPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX6S4AVM10AD from NXP Semiconductors is an automotive-grade i.MX 6Solo applications processor featuring a single Arm® Cortex®-A9 core operating at 1 GHz, integrated 2D graphics acceleration (GPU2Dv2), MediaLB (MLB) interface, and support for DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory. It delivers HMI graphics rendering, audio processing, and display control in automotive infotainment head units and digital instrument clusters.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD datasheet, MCIMX6S4AVM10AD pinout, MCIMX6S4AVM10AD application, or MCIMX6S4AVM10AD equivalent, key selection considerations include its 1 GHz CPU speed, absence of VPU and EPDC, MLB-enabled MOST network integration, automotive temperature range (−40°C to +125°C), and 21×21 mm MAPBGA package with 0.8 mm pitch.
Technical Context
The MCIMX6S4AVM10AD implements a single-core Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, and 512 KB shared L2 cache. Its memory subsystem supports 32-bit DDR3/DDR3L up to 800 MHz and LPDDR2-800, with dedicated GPMI for NAND Flash (BCH ECC up to 40-bit) and uSDHC controllers for eMMC/SDIO.
It integrates automotive-specific peripherals including two FlexCAN 2.0B controllers (1 Mbps), ESAI and SSI audio interfaces supporting up to 260 kHz sample rates, ASRC for multi-channel asynchronous sample rate conversion, and MLB150/50 for MOST25/50/150 network connectivity - all qualified for AEC-Q100 Grade 2 operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Single Arm Cortex-A9, 32-bit, 1 GHz max - enables real-time OS execution and deterministic task scheduling in automotive HMI. |
| Graphics | GPU2Dv2 (2D BitBlt accelerator) - accelerates UI layer composition, windowing, and bitmap operations without CPU load. |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 - supports up to 2 GB external RAM with low-latency access for multimedia buffers. |
| Automotive Interfaces | 2× FlexCAN 2.0B, MLB150/50, ESAI - enables direct integration into vehicle networks and high-fidelity multichannel audio systems. |
| Temperature Range | −40°C to +125°C junction - certified for under-hood and dashboard-mounted automotive applications per AEC-Q100 Grade 2. |
| Package | MAPBGA, 21 mm × 21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, 484-ball - compatible with standard automotive PCB assembly processes and thermal management requirements. |
| Security | CAAM (16 KB secure RAM), SNVS, CSU, A-HABv4 - enables secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, and DRM-compliant content playback. |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX6S4AVM10AD is housed in a 484-ball MAPBGA package (21 mm × 21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch), compliant with JEDEC MO-270AB. Ball assignment follows the i.MX 6Solo signal naming convention defined in IMX6SDLAEC Rev. 9, with dedicated power domains (VDD_ARM, VDD_SOC, VDD_GPU, VDD_MIPI), high-speed I/O banks (LVDS, HDMI, MIPI DSI/CSI), and automotive-critical signals routed to inner rows for noise immunity.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | Core voltage supply | 1.2–1.3 V regulated input for Cortex-A9 core; requires low-noise decoupling near ball array. |
| FLEXCAN1_TX | CAN controller output | Differential CAN bus driver output (1 Mbps); connects to external CAN transceiver (e.g., TJA1042). |
| MLB_CLK | MediaLB clock input | 25 MHz reference clock for MLB150/50 PHY; must meet ±50 ppm stability for MOST timing compliance. |
| ESAI_TX_FS | Audio frame sync output | Left/right channel boundary signal for ESAI master mode; drives codec frame sync input in automotive audio systems. |
| BOOT_MODE0 | Boot configuration input | Pulled high/low at power-up to select boot device (eMMC, NAND, SPI NOR); critical for fail-safe firmware recovery. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Smart Speed Power Management | DVFS and dynamic power gating reduce active power by >40% during UI idle states while maintaining instant wake-up responsiveness. |
| ASRC Multi-Channel Conversion | Simultaneous asynchronous sample rate conversion across 10 channels at ≤−120 dB THD+N - eliminates clock domain conflicts between audio sources (e.g., Bluetooth, tuner, navigation voice). |
| MLB150/50 Interface | Native MOST25/50/150 physical layer support - enables plug-and-play integration with OEM audio amplifiers, head units, and telematics modules without external bridge ICs. |
| Secure Boot Chain (A-HABv4) | SHA-256 + 2048-bit RSA signature verification at boot - ensures only cryptographically signed firmware executes, meeting UNECE R155 cybersecurity management system (CSMS) requirements. |
| Automotive Graphics Pipeline | GPU2Dv2 + IPUv3H co-processing - renders layered GUIs (e.g., Qt-based dashboards) at 60 fps on dual HD displays with zero CPU intervention. |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Digital Instrument Cluster |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Central multimedia hub integrating navigation, media playback, phone projection, and vehicle settings in mid-tier vehicles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary application processor executing Linux/QNX, managing display compositing, audio routing, and CAN-based vehicle data aggregation. Use Value: GPU2Dv2 accelerates UI rendering while MLB150 synchronizes audio streams from amplifier and microphone arrays - enabling seamless multi-source audio mixing without latency spikes. | Use Scenario: Real-time driver information display with animated gauges, ADAS alerts, and camera feed overlay in premium sedan dashboards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Safety-critical graphics controller driving dual LVDS panels (tachometer + center display) with guaranteed sub-16 ms frame latency. Use Value: ASRC converts camera sensor pixel clock (e.g., 74.25 MHz) to display pixel clock (e.g., 148.5 MHz) - eliminating frame tearing during video-in-video overlays without external clock synthesizers. |
| Telematics Control Unit (TCU) | Connected Rear-Seat Entertainment |
Use Scenario: Cellular-connected module handling OTA updates, remote diagnostics, emergency call (eCall), and fleet telematics reporting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure host processor managing TLS-secured cellular communication, encrypted log storage, and CAN/FlexRay gateway functions. Use Value: CAAM's NIST-certified PRNG and 16 KB secure RAM enable FIPS 140-2 Level 3–compliant key generation and session encryption - satisfying ISO/SAE 21434 cybersecurity validation requirements. | Use Scenario: Dual-screen entertainment system for rear passengers with HDMI output, wireless streaming, and local media playback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multimedia SoC decoding H.264/H.265 video, driving HDMI 1.4 and MIPI DSI displays, and managing dual USB host ports for peripherals. Use Value: uSDHC3 + uSDHC4 support simultaneous eMMC boot and SDXC media card access - enabling concurrent firmware update and user content playback without storage contention. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar automotive applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX6S6AVM10AD | Includes VPU (1080p decode/encode) and GPU3Dv5 (OpenGL ES 2.0), same CPU/core count and MLB interface. | Required for applications needing hardware-accelerated video playback (e.g., rear-seat streaming) or 3D instrument cluster graphics. | Select when video processing or 3D rendering is mandatory; adds ~$2.50 BOM cost and higher thermal envelope. |
| MCIMX6U4AVM10AD | Dual-core Cortex-A9 (2× 1 GHz), same GPU/MLB feature set, but no VPU; supports 64-bit DDR interface. | Suitable for higher-throughput HMI with parallel tasking (e.g., simultaneous navigation + voice assistant + media control). | Choose for improved multitasking head units where dual-core determinism outweighs single-core power efficiency. |
Compared with MCIMX6S4AVM10AD, MCIMX6S6AVM10AD adds video acceleration at higher power and cost, while MCIMX6U4AVM10AD trades single-core efficiency for dual-core throughput - making MCIMX6S4AVM10AD optimal for cost-sensitive, graphics- and audio-focused automotive HMI where video decode is handled externally.
Availability
MCIMX6S4AVM10AD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment head units, digital instrument clusters, and telematics control units requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MCIMX6S4AVM10AD 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 over 30 years of automotive qualification expertise.
The i.MX 6Solo family targets cost-optimized, graphics-rich automotive HMI applications - balancing performance, power efficiency, and AEC-Q100 compliance for infotainment and cluster systems without full video processing requirements.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD processor core?
The MCIMX6S4AVM10AD features a single Arm Cortex-A9 core rated for up to 1 GHz operation under automotive temperature conditions (−40°C to +125°C). When using the required 24 MHz USB reference clock, the maximum achievable core frequency is 996 MHz due to internal PLL constraints - a value confirmed in Table 1 and Section 1.1 of the IMX6SDLAEC Rev. 9 datasheet.
Does the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD include a Video Processing Unit (VPU)?
No, the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD does not include a Video Processing Unit. As specified in Table 1 of the IMX6SDLAEC datasheet, this variant is designated "With GPU, MLB, no VPU, no EPDC". Video decode/encode functionality must be implemented externally or omitted - distinguishing it from the MCIMX6S6AVM10AD, which includes VPU support.
Which automotive serial interfaces are integrated into the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD?
The MCIMX6S4AVM10AD integrates two FlexCAN 2.0B controllers (1 Mbps each), an ESAI audio interface supporting up to 260 kHz sample rates, and MLB150/50 for MOST25/50/150 network connectivity. These interfaces are explicitly listed in Section 1.2 "Features" and Figure 3 of the IMX6SDLAEC Rev. 9 datasheet as standard for the automotive-grade i.MX 6Solo series.
What memory types does the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD support for external storage?
The MCIMX6S4AVM10AD supports 32-bit DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2-800 for main system memory, plus NAND Flash (with BCH ECC up to 40-bit), eMMC 4.41, SD/SDIO, NOR Flash, PSRAM, and cellular RAM via dedicated controllers. This memory flexibility is documented in Sections 1.2 and 6 of the IMX6SDLAEC Rev. 9 datasheet, enabling scalable storage architectures from entry-level to premium automotive systems.
Is the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD qualified to AEC-Q100 standards?
Yes, the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD is qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (−40°C to +125°C) for automotive applications. Its temperature grade "A" designation in the part number nomenclature (per Figure 1 of IMX6SDLAEC Rev. 9) and explicit coverage in the "i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite Automotive and Infotainment Applications Processors" datasheet confirm full AEC-Q100 compliance - including stress testing for thermal cycling, humidity, and ESD robustness.
MCIMX6S4AVM10AD Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 624-LFBGA
- Series:
- i.MX6S
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A9
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, LVDDR3, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- Keypad, LCD
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (4)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.5V, 2.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory, Secure RTC, Tamper Detection
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 624-MAPBGA (21x21)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, I2C, I2S, MMC/SD/SDIO, SAI, SPI, SSI, UART
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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.
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