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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX7U3CVP06SC
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- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
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- Microprocessors
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MCIMX7U3CVP06SC.pdf
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- IC MPU I.MX7ULP 650MHZ
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Overview
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC from NXP is an ultra-low-power heterogeneous applications processor featuring dual-core ARM architecture: Cortex-A7 @ 650 MHz for Linux/Android application execution and Cortex-M4 @ 200 MHz for real-time control, fabricated in 28nm FD-SOI process, rated for -40°C to +105°C industrial operation, and housed in a 14×14 mm 393-ball MAPBGA package with 0.5 mm pitch.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX7U3CVP06SC datasheet, MCIMX7U3CVP06SC pinout, MCIMX7U3CVP06SC application, or MCIMX7U3CVP06SC equivalent, key selection considerations include its industrial temperature rating, absence of integrated 3D GPU (GC7000 nanoULTRA), on-chip SRAM size, USB 2.0 OTG + PHY and Host + HSIC support, and FD-SOI-based dynamic power gating for portable embedded systems.
Technical Context
The MCIMX7U3CVP06SC implements heterogeneous domain computing with physically isolated A7 and M4 domains, enabling concurrent high-level OS execution and deterministic real-time tasks without software co-scheduling overhead. Its 28nm FD-SOI process supports body biasing for adaptive voltage/frequency scaling, delivering sub-100 µA deep-sleep current and fast wake-up from low-power states.
Unlike the GC7000-equipped variants, this part omits the 3D GPU but retains the GC320 2D composition engine for GUI acceleration, and integrates crypto acceleration (AES-128/256, SHA-1/224/256), RNG, and tamper detection for secure boot and runtime integrity - all while maintaining identical peripheral count and memory interface specifications as the full-graphics U5 variant.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-A7 @ 650 MHz + Cortex-M4 @ 200 MHz: Enables Linux/Android on A7 and RTOS/critical firmware on M4 with hardware-isolated memory domains. |
| Process Technology | 28nm Fully Depleted Silicon-on-Insulator (FD-SOI): Enables body biasing for dynamic power/performance tuning and immunity to latchup. |
| Package | 14×14 mm, 393-ball MAPBGA, 0.5 mm pitch: Industrial-grade footprint compatible with standard BGA reflow profiles and automated optical inspection. |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +105°C junction: Qualified for extended industrial environments including portable medical devices and smart home gateways. |
| On-chip SRAM | 256 KB per core domain (A7 + M4): Eliminates need for external SRAM in real-time control loops and boot-time code staging. |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit LPDDR2/3 @ 380 MHz: Supports up to 1.2 GB/s bandwidth for graphics-composition and multimedia buffering in battery-constrained systems. |
| Security Features | High Assurance Boot, AES-128/256, SHA-1/224/256, RNG, tamper detection: Enforces chain-of-trust from ROM to OS and protects firmware updates at rest and in transit. |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC is packaged in a 14×14 mm, 393-ball MAPBGA (0.5 mm pitch) with ball-out optimized for signal integrity, thermal dissipation, and industrial PCB layout. Pin functions follow NXP's i.MX 7ULP standard ball map; critical domains include VDD_ARM/VDD_SOC power rails, DDR3/LPDDR3 interface (DQ/DQS/CK/CA), USB differential pairs (USB_OTG_DP/DM, USB_HOST_DP/DM), and dedicated M4 debug (SWDIO/SWCLK).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | Core power supply for Cortex-A7 domain | Must be independently regulated; supports dynamic voltage scaling down to 0.8 V for power gating during idle cycles. |
| VDD_M4 | Core power supply for Cortex-M4 domain | Isolated rail enables independent power-down of real-time subsystem without affecting A7 domain operation. |
| DDR_DQ[31:0] | Data bus for LPDDR2/3 interface | 32-bit wide, source-synchronous with DQS; requires matched trace length and on-die termination calibration. |
| USB_OTG_DP/DM | Differential data pair for USB 2.0 OTG | Integrated PHY eliminates need for external transceiver; supports host/peripheral mode with ID pin detection. |
| SWDIO/SWCLK | Serial Wire Debug interface | Enables JTAG-less debugging of both A7 and M4 cores simultaneously via single 2-pin connection. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Heterogeneous Domain Isolation | Hardware-enforced separation between Cortex-A7 and Cortex-M4 memory spaces and peripherals prevents interference and enables independent power management. |
| FD-SOI Body Biasing | Forward/backward body bias control allows real-time adjustment of threshold voltage to optimize performance-per-watt across operating conditions. |
| GC320 2D Composition Engine | Accelerates GUI layer blending, rotation, and scaling offloading CPU cycles - critical for smooth UIs in wearables and portable HMI. |
| Secure Boot with HAB | Verifies cryptographic signature of boot image using immutable ROM code, ensuring only authenticated firmware executes on MCIMX7U3CVP06SC. |
| Ultra-Low Run Current | Sub-100 µA deep-sleep mode with RTC and GPIO wake-up capability extends battery life in always-on IoT edge sensors. |
Applications
| Wearable Health Monitors | Smart Home Gateways |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact wrist-worn ECG/SpO₂ device requiring continuous sensor sampling, local analytics, and Bluetooth LE telemetry with multi-day battery life. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U3CVP06SC serves as main SoC - A7 runs lightweight Linux for BLE stack and data aggregation; M4 handles real-time ADC sampling and motion compensation. Use Value: FD-SOI process and domain-specific power gating reduce active current by >40% vs bulk CMOS alternatives, directly extending runtime from 48 to >72 hours on 300 mAh battery. | Use Scenario: Battery-backed Zigbee/Z-Wave-to-WiFi bridge for residential automation, operating unattended for months without AC power. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U3CVP06SC acts as protocol translator and secure cloud agent - M4 manages low-power radio stacks; A7 handles TLS-encrypted MQTT messaging and OTA update verification. Use Value: Integrated crypto accelerators cut TLS handshake time by 65%, while industrial temp rating ensures reliable operation in attic-mounted enclosures exposed to seasonal thermal cycling. |
| Portable Medical Diagnostics | Industrial Edge Controllers |
Use Scenario: Handheld ultrasound probe with embedded image processing, touchscreen UI, and DICOM export over Wi-Fi. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U3CVP06SC provides dual-domain compute - A7 hosts Qt-based UI and network stack; M4 performs real-time beamforming and ADC timing control. Use Value: GC320 2D engine renders responsive touch overlays without frame drops, while -40°C to +105°C qualification guarantees operation in field-deployed clinical carts and mobile clinics. | Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted PLC module controlling HVAC, lighting, and security in commercial buildings with remote firmware updates. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U3CVP06SC functions as deterministic controller - M4 executes IEC 61131-3 logic scans at 10 ms intervals; A7 manages web HMI, Modbus TCP, and secure update downloads. Use Value: Hardware isolation prevents network stack stalls from disrupting real-time I/O scanning, and tamper detection logs unauthorized physical access attempts to the enclosure. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar heterogeneous low-power applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX7U5CVP06SC | Includes GC7000 nanoULTRA 3D GPU (OpenGL ES 2.0); otherwise identical CPU, memory, package, and temp rating. | Required when 3D-accelerated UIs (e.g., rotating 3D dashboards) or OpenVG-based vector graphics are needed. | Select MCIMX7U5CVP06SC only if 3D rendering capability is confirmed necessary - adds ~15% die area and static power but no change to PCB layout or software drivers. |
| i.MX RT1176DVMAA | Cortex-M7 @ 1 GHz + Cortex-M4 @ 400 MHz; no A-class core; no Linux support; 1MB on-chip SRAM; no GC320/GC7000. | Targeted at real-time-only applications (motor control, audio DSP) where Linux is unnecessary and deterministic latency <1 µs is required. | Choose i.MX RT1176DVMAA when real-time determinism outweighs application flexibility - no OS abstraction layer, but no A7 power overhead or Linux BSP maintenance burden. |
Compared with MCIMX7U5CVP06SC, the MCIMX7U3CVP06SC reduces silicon cost and static power by omitting the 3D GPU while retaining identical real-time domain performance and security features; versus i.MX RT1176DVMAA, it trades raw M-core speed for Linux-capable application processing and richer peripheral integration - making it optimal for battery-powered edge nodes needing both UI and secure connectivity.
Availability
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wearable health monitors, smart home gateways, and portable medical diagnostics requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle industrial programs.
Supply support for MCIMX7U3CVP06SC 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 leader in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with headquarters in Eindhoven and design centers worldwide.
The i.MX 7ULP family - including MCIMX7U3CVP06SC - was designed specifically for battery-powered edge devices demanding simultaneous Linux application capability and deterministic real-time control under strict power budgets.
FAQ
Does MCIMX7U3CVP06SC support Linux operating system?
Yes, MCIMX7U3CVP06SC supports Linux via its ARM Cortex-A7 core running at 650 MHz, with official Board Support Packages (BSPs) for Yocto Project and Android available from NXP. The A7 domain includes NEON coprocessor and MMU support required for full-featured Linux distributions, while the Cortex-M4 operates independently for real-time tasks without kernel involvement.
What is the difference between MCIMX7U3CVP06SC and MCIMX7U5CVP06SC?
The primary difference is GPU integration: MCIMX7U5CVP06SC includes the GC7000 nanoULTRA 3D GPU supporting OpenGL ES 2.0 and OpenVG 1.1, whereas MCIMX7U3CVP06SC omits this block but retains the GC320 2D composition engine. All other specifications - CPU speeds, memory, package, temperature range, and peripheral count - are identical between the two industrial-grade variants.
Is MCIMX7U3CVP06SC pin-compatible with other i.MX 7ULP packages?
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC uses the 393-ball MAPBGA (14×14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package and shares identical ball mapping with MCIMX7U5CVP06SC, enabling direct PCB footprint reuse. However, it is not pin-compatible with the 361-ball VFBGA variants (e.g., MCIMX7U3DVK07SC), which have different ball counts, dimensions, and signal assignments.
Does MCIMX7U3CVP06SC include hardware crypto acceleration?
Yes, MCIMX7U3CVP06SC integrates dedicated cryptographic hardware supporting AES-128/256 encryption/decryption, SHA-1/224/256 hashing, true random number generation (RNG), and tamper detection. These blocks operate independently of the A7 and M4 cores, enabling secure boot (HAB), encrypted storage, and TLS offload without consuming CPU cycles.
What is the maximum LPDDR3 speed supported by MCIMX7U3CVP06SC?
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC supports LPDDR3 memory at up to 380 MHz data rate (760 MT/s), delivering 1.2 GB/s peak bandwidth across its 32-bit bus. This speed is validated for industrial temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) and requires proper DDR PHY calibration and board-level impedance control per NXP's i.MX 7ULP Hardware Development Guide.
MCIMX7U3CVP06SC Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- -
- Series:
- i.MX7ULP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A7
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 650MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- ARM® Cortex®-M4
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, LPDDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- MIPI-DSI
- Ethernet:
- -
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Crypto/TRNG, eFuses/OTP, Secure Fuse, uHAB/HAB-Secure Boot
- Mounting Type:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- -
- Additional Interfaces:
- FlexIO, GPIO, I2C, I2S, SPI, 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.
3.The MCIMX7U3CVP06SC part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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