NXP Semiconductors MCIMX7D7DVM10SC

Overview

MCIMX7D7DVM10SC from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core applications processor integrating two Arm Cortex-A7 CPUs (1 GHz), one Arm Cortex-M4 core, EPDC for E Ink displays, dual Gigabit Ethernet with IEEE 1588 AVB support, and two 12-bit ADCs-designed for low-power connected HMI and portable medical devices.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX7D7DVM10SC datasheet, MCIMX7D7DVM10SC pinout, MCIMX7D7DVM10SC application, or MCIMX7D7DVM10SC equivalent, key selection criteria include EPDC integration, tamper detection capability (10 pins), 19×19 mm 0.75 mm pitch BGA package, and dual-ADC support for sensor-rich edge interfaces.

Technical Context

The MCIMX7D7DVM10SC implements heterogeneous multicore architecture: Cortex-A7 cores run Linux/Android with 512 KB shared L2 cache and NEON MPE, while the Cortex-M4 core (64 KB TCM, FPU, MPU) handles real-time tasks independently. Memory subsystem supports LPDDR2/LPDDR3-1066, DDR3/DDR3L-1066, and NAND/NOR flash with BCH up to 62-bit ECC.

Peripherals include two FlexCAN 2.0B controllers, four I²C (400 kbps), seven UARTs (up to 4 Mbps), MIPI-CSI/DSI (2-lane, 1.5 Gbps), parallel LCDIF, PCIe v2.1 x1, and hardware accelerators (PXP for pixel processing, EPDC for electrophoretic display control, CAAM for cryptographic acceleration with 32 KB secure RAM).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX7D7DVM10SC is housed in a 19×19 mm plastic BGA package with 0.75 mm pitch and integrated thermal pad. Pin assignments follow the i.MX 7Dual 19×19 mm BGA layout defined in Section 6.2 of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX7D7DVM10SC, MCIMX7D7DVK10SD reduces package size and tamper capability at the expense of ADC count and thermal headroom, while i.MX 8M Mini trades EPDC and ultra-low-power operation for higher compute throughput and GPU acceleration-making MCIMX7D7DVM10SC optimal for battery-powered electrophoretic display systems requiring long-term security and deterministic real-time response.

Availability

MCIMX7D7DVM10SC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for electronic shelf labels, portable medical monitors, and smart building control panels requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for MCIMX7D7DVM10SC 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 annual R&D investment exceeding $1.2 billion.

The i.MX 7Dual product line targets ultra-low-power, high-integration applications demanding heterogeneous processing, advanced security, and specialized display interfaces-particularly for battery-operated connected devices in healthcare and retail.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature for MCIMX7D7DVM10SC?

The MCIMX7D7DVM10SC is rated for junction temperature (Tj) from 0°C to +95°C under consumer qualification grade. This specification applies to continuous operation with proper PCB thermal design-including use of the exposed thermal pad and recommended copper pour per IMX7DCEC Section 6.2. Operation beyond this range may cause thermal throttling or permanent damage to the MCIMX7D7DVM10SC die.

Does MCIMX7D7DVM10SC support LPDDR3 memory?

Yes, MCIMX7D7DVM10SC supports LPDDR3-1066 via its 32-bit DDR controller, as confirmed in Section 4.8 (System modules timing) and Table 9 (Voltage and frequency specifications) of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7. The controller also supports DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2 at identical 1066 MT/s data rates-enabling flexible memory selection based on cost, density, and power targets for the MCIMX7D7DVM10SC platform.

How many tamper detection pins does MCIMX7D7DVM10SC have?

The MCIMX7D7DVM10SC includes 10 dedicated tamper detection pins (TAMPER0 through TAMPER9), as specified in Table 1 (Orderable parts) of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7. These inputs are routed to the SNVS security subsystem and support voltage-threshold monitoring with programmable debounce-providing physical intrusion detection capability required for MCIMX7D7DVM10SC deployments in regulated medical or payment terminal applications.

Is EPDC functionality available on all i.MX 7Dual variants?

No, EPDC is only available on i.MX 7Dual parts designated with "D" in the third character of the orderable part number (e.g., MCIMX7D7DVM10SC). Parts with "E" or "3" in that position (e.g., MCIMX7D5EVM10SD) omit EPDC. This distinction is explicitly documented in Table 1 of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7-confirming that MCIMX7D7DVM10SC retains full EPDC support including Regal D waveform acceleration and 4096×4096 resolution capability.

What is the ADC effective number of bits (ENOB) for MCIMX7D7DVM10SC?

The MCIMX7D7DVM10SC features two 12-bit SAR ADCs with typical ENOB of 9–10 bits, as stated in Section 4.11 (12-Bit A/D converter) of IMX7DCEC Rev. 7. ENOB varies with system-level noise conditions-particularly power/ground integrity-so achieving >9.5 bits requires careful layout of VREFH/VREFL traces and separation from high-speed digital signals near the MCIMX7D7DVM10SC BGA perimeter.