NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6X1EVK10AC

Overview

MCIMX6X1EVK10AC from NXP Semiconductors is an i.MX 6SoloX heterogeneous applications processor featuring a 1 GHz Arm Cortex-A9 core and a 227 MHz Arm Cortex-M4 core in a 14×14 mm, 0.65 mm pitch MAPBGA package (code "VK"). It supports DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory, dual Gigabit Ethernet with AVB, two FlexCAN 2.0B interfaces, and two 4-channel 12-bit ADCs - deployed in industrial HMI and connected medical devices.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6X1EVK10AC datasheet, MCIMX6X1EVK10AC pinout, MCIMX6X1EVK10AC application, or MCIMX6X1EVK10AC equivalent, key selection criteria include its extended commercial temperature range (–20°C to +105°C), absence of GPU/PCIe/LVDS/MLB features per mask set 4N19K, and BGA-289 pin compatibility within the VK package family.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6X1EVK10AC implements a tightly coupled dual-core architecture: the Cortex-A9 runs Linux for high-level tasks while the Cortex-M4 executes real-time firmware (e.g., FreeRTOS) for deterministic control, with shared memory via RDC and MU interconnects. Its clock system includes seven PLLs, on-chip 32 kHz and 24 MHz oscillators, and dynamic voltage/frequency scaling for power optimization.

Memory subsystem comprises 256 KB L2 cache, 32 KB L1 instruction/data caches per A9 core, 16 KB I/D caches and 64 KB TCM for M4, plus 128 KB OCRAM and 96 KB boot ROM with HABv4 secure boot. Peripheral routing uses IOMUXC with pin multiplexing - all interfaces (e.g., eCSPI, UART, ENET) are functionally defined but not simultaneously available due to mux constraints.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6X1EVK10AC is housed in a 14×14 mm, 0.65 mm pitch MAPBGA package (289-ball layout, "VK" code), with ball map defined in Section 6.5 of IMX6SXCEC Rev. 4. Pin functions follow IOMUXC-controlled multiplexing; no dedicated pinout diagram is provided for this specific variant, but full signal assignment is documented in Table 6-12 (pages 185–200) for the 14×14NP package.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6X1EVK10AC, MCIMX6X1EVO10AC offers LVDS support in a larger package for display-rich applications, while MCIMX6X3EVK10AC unlocks PCIe and LVDS in the same footprint - making it a forward-compatible upgrade path without PCB revision.

Availability

MCIMX6X1EVK10AC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI panels, connected medical devices, and smart home energy gateways requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6X1EVK10AC 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 over 50 years of embedded systems expertise.

The i.MX 6SoloX product line was designed specifically for resource-constrained, cost-sensitive connected devices requiring real-time responsiveness and rich multimedia capability - balancing performance, power, and security in a single SoC.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the Cortex-A9 core in MCIMX6X1EVK10AC?

The MCIMX6X1EVK10AC Cortex-A9 core operates at a maximum frequency of 1 GHz, as confirmed in Table 1 of the IMX6SXCEC datasheet (Rev. 4). This speed is achievable with a 24 MHz crystal input and proper thermal management within the –20°C to +105°C junction temperature range. The MCIMX6X1EVK10AC mask set 4N19K fully supports this rating without derating.

Does MCIMX6X1EVK10AC include hardware graphics acceleration?

No, MCIMX6X1EVK10AC does not include 2D or 3D GPU functionality. Per Table 1 and Section 1.2 of the IMX6SXCEC datasheet, this variant explicitly disables the GC400T graphics engine, PXP pixel pipeline, and associated display acceleration blocks. Graphics rendering must be handled in software or via external GPU.

What package type and ball count does MCIMX6X1EVK10AC use?

MCIMX6X1EVK10AC uses a 14 mm × 14 mm MAPBGA package with 0.65 mm pitch and 289 solder balls, identified by package code "VK". This is documented in Table 1 (Ordering Information) and Section 6.5 (14×14 mm Package Information) of the IMX6SXCEC Rev. 4 datasheet.

Can MCIMX6X1EVK10AC support secure boot with cryptographic verification?

Yes, MCIMX6X1EVK10AC supports Advanced High Assurance Boot (A-HAB) v4 with SHA-256 hashing and 2048-bit RSA signature verification, implemented in on-chip ROM. This is enabled via eFUSE programming and enforced before any user code execution - a core feature of all i.MX 6SoloX processors including MCIMX6X1EVK10AC.

Are the two ADC modules in MCIMX6X1EVK10AC simultaneously usable?

Yes, MCIMX6X1EVK10AC integrates two independent 12-bit SAR ADC modules (ADC1 and ADC2), each with four single-ended inputs. They operate concurrently with separate conversion triggers and result registers - verified in Section 4.13 (A/D Converter) and Table 2 (Modules List) of the IMX6SXCEC datasheet.