NXP Semiconductors MCIMX7D2DVM12SD

Overview

MCIMX7D2DVM12SD from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core Arm Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4 applications processor operating at 1.2 GHz, featuring 512 KB L2 cache, dual 12-bit ADCs, and two Gigabit Ethernet controllers with IEEE 1588 AVB support. It targets low-power connected devices such as industrial HMIs and portable medical terminals requiring deterministic real-time response and secure boot.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD datasheet, MCIMX7D2DVM12SD pinout, MCIMX7D2DVM12SD application, or MCIMX7D2DVM12SD equivalent, key selection criteria include its 19×19 mm 0.75 mm pitch BGA package, absence of EPDC and CAN interfaces, 10 tamper detection pins, and consumer-grade 0–85°C thermal rating.

Technical Context

The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD implements heterogeneous multicore architecture: dual Cortex-A7 cores (1.2 GHz, TrustZone-enabled) share 512 KB unified L2 cache and GIC-128 interrupt controller, while a dedicated Cortex-M4 core (with 64 KB TCM, FPU, MPU) handles real-time tasks independently. Both domains access shared OCRAM (256 KB), boot ROM (96 KB HABv4), and secure peripherals including CAAM (32 KB secure RAM) and SNVS.

Its memory subsystem supports 32-bit DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2/LPDDR3-1066 interfaces and includes GPMI with 62-bit BCH ECC for NAND, QSPI for serial flash, and EIM for NOR/PSRAM. Peripheral connectivity includes two MIPI-CSI/DSI lanes, three uSDHC ports (one supporting HS400), PCIe v2.1 x1, and four I²C buses (400 kbps).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX7D2DVM12SD uses a 19×19 mm plastic BGA package with 0.75 mm ball pitch and 484 I/O balls. Pin assignments are defined in Section 6.2 of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7 (pages 139–156), covering power domains (VDD_ARM, VDD_SOC, VDDA_ADC), high-speed interfaces (DDR, PCIe, MIPI), and functional groups (UART, I²C, GPIO, ADC, ENET).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX7D2DVM12SD, MCIMX7D7DVM10SD trades CPU speed for display and CAN capability, while MCIMX7D5EVM10SD sacrifices frequency for industrial thermal reliability-both retain identical package and dual-ADC functionality but differ in security feature enablement and qualification tier.

Availability

MCIMX7D2DVM12SD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI terminals, portable medical monitors, smart retail kiosks, and connected building controllers requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for MCIMX7D2DVM12SD 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 headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

The i.MX 7Dual family was designed to deliver high-performance heterogeneous processing with ultra-low power consumption for battery-operated and thermally constrained embedded systems, emphasizing security, peripheral flexibility, and long-term supply stability.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD processor cores?

The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD features two Arm Cortex-A7 cores rated at 1.2 GHz and one Arm Cortex-M4 core. This speed grade is validated for operation within the 0–85°C junction temperature range and requires compliance with VDD_ARM voltage specifications outlined in Table 9 of the IMX7DCEC datasheet. The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD does not support overclocking beyond this rated frequency.

Does the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD include an integrated EPD controller or CAN interface?

No, the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD explicitly excludes both the Electronic Paper Display Controller (EPDC) and FlexCAN modules, as confirmed by Table 1 in the IMX7DCEC datasheet. This distinguishes it from variants like MCIMX7D7DVM10SD and aligns with its target use cases in non-ePaper HMIs and systems without vehicle bus requirements.

How many analog-to-digital converter channels does the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD support?

The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD integrates two independent 12-bit SAR ADCs (ADC1 and ADC2), providing a total of eight single-ended input channels. Both ADCs are fully functional in the 19×19 mm BGA package, unlike the 12×12 mm variant where ADC2 is disabled. Each ADC includes dedicated reference voltage inputs and programmable sample rates up to 2 MSPS.

What package type and ball count does the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD use?

The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD uses a 19×19 mm plastic BGA package with 0.75 mm ball pitch and 484 I/O balls. This package is documented in Section 6.2 of the IMX7DCEC Rev. 7 datasheet (pages 139–156) and is mechanically and thermally optimized for high-density PCB layouts with robust thermal dissipation characteristics.

Which security features are implemented in hardware on the MCIMX7D2DVM12SD?

The MCIMX7D2DVM12SD includes CAAM (Cryptographic Acceleration and Assurance Module) with 32 KB secure RAM, SNVS (Secure Non-Volatile Storage) with tamper detection, HABv4 (High Assurance Boot) supporting SHA-256 and 2048-bit RSA keys, and TrustZone-enabled memory isolation between Cortex-A7 and Cortex-M4 domains. These features are active and verified per the i.MX 7Dual Security Reference Manual.