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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX7U5DVK07SC
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- MCIMX7U5DVK07SC
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
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- Microprocessors
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MCIMX7U5DVK07SC.pdf
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- IC MPU I.MX7ULP 720MHZ
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX7U5DVK07SC from NXP is an ultra-low-power heterogeneous applications processor featuring dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 @ 720 MHz and Cortex-M4 @ 200 MHz, 256 KB on-chip SRAM per core, GC7000 nanoULTRA GPU with OpenGL ES 2.0 support, and 28nm FD-SOI process technology - deployed in portable healthcare monitors and wearable UIs requiring extended battery life and real-time responsiveness.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX7U5DVK07SC datasheet, MCIMX7U5DVK07SC pinout, MCIMX7U5DVK07SC application, or MCIMX7U5DVK07SC equivalent, key selection criteria include its VFBGA361 package, consumer-grade temperature range (0°C to +95°C), dual-domain power gating, QSPI with on-the-fly decryption, and USB 2.0 OTG + HSIC host interface compatibility.
Technical Context
The MCIMX7U5DVK07SC implements heterogeneous domain computing with independent A7 and M4 execution domains, each with dedicated 256 KB tightly coupled memory and hardware-enforced isolation via Resource Domain Controller. Its 28nm FD-SOI process enables body biasing for dynamic voltage/frequency scaling and sub-100 µA ultra-low run current in retention states.
Graphics acceleration is handled by GC7000 nanoULTRA (OpenGL ES 2.0/1.1, OpenVG 1.1) paired with GC320 2D composition engine for GUI rendering offload. Security includes High Assurance Boot, AES-128/256, SHA-1/224/256 crypto acceleration, RNG, and tamper detection - all verified in the i.MX 7ULP security reference manual.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Dual ARM Cortex-A7 @ 720 MHz + Cortex-M4 @ 200 MHz - enables Linux/Android application layer plus deterministic real-time control in same SoC |
| Process Technology | 28nm FD-SOI - delivers sub-100 µA ultra-low run current and body-bias–enabled performance-on-demand without thermal throttling |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit LPDDR2/3 @ 380 MHz - supports up to 2 GB external RAM with low-power self-refresh and partial-array refresh modes |
| GPU | GC7000 nanoULTRA - provides OpenGL ES 2.0 compliance for rich UI rendering at ≤150 mW typical active power |
| Security Engine | AES-128/256, SHA-1/224/256, RNG, tamper detection - enables secure boot chain and encrypted firmware updates without external TPM |
| Package | VFBGA361, 10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch - consumer-optimized footprint with 12 I/O banks supporting configurable voltage domains (1.8 V/3.3 V) |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to +95°C junction - qualified for consumer portable electronics including wearables and handheld medical devices |
Pinout & Package
VFBGA361 (10 mm × 10 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package with 12 configurable I/O banks, supporting mixed-voltage operation (1.8 V and 3.3 V), differential signaling (LVDS, MIPI D-PHY), and dedicated power/ground ball patterns for noise isolation between A7, M4, and GPU domains.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | ARM domain supply | 1.05 V ±3% input for Cortex-A7 cluster - requires dedicated LDO with ≤10 mV ripple for stable 720 MHz operation |
| VDD_M4 | M4 domain supply | 1.1 V ±3% input for Cortex-M4 core - independently switchable to enable real-time domain wake-up while A7 remains in deep sleep |
| SDIO0_CLK | eMMC/SD clock output | Phase-adjustable 50 MHz clock for eMMC 5.0 interface - supports HS400 mode timing with programmable delay calibration |
| USB_OTG_DP/DM | USB 2.0 OTG differential pair | Integrated PHY with suspend/resume detection - enables battery-powered device enumeration as host or peripheral without external transceiver |
| I2C2_SCL/SDA | Secondary I²C bus | Open-drain, 3.3 V tolerant interface for PMIC (PF1550) and sensor communication - supports 1 MHz fast-mode plus |
| QSPI_IO0–3 | Quad SPI data lines | Direct XIP-capable interface for encrypted code storage - enables secure boot from external flash with on-the-fly AES-128 decryption |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Heterogeneous Domain Isolation | Hardware-enforced separation between Cortex-A7 and Cortex-M4 domains via Resource Domain Controller - prevents cross-domain memory access without explicit permission |
| Ultra-Low Power Run State | Sub-100 µA typical current in ultra-low-power run mode - extends battery life in always-on wearable sensors and remote health monitors |
| GC320 2D Composition Engine | Offloads GUI layer blending, rotation, and scaling from CPU/GPU - reduces A7 utilization by ≥40% during dynamic UI transitions |
| FD-SOI Body Biasing | Dynamic forward/backward body bias control per domain - enables 720 MHz A7 performance at 0.85 V or 200 MHz M4 at 0.6 V for optimal energy/bit |
| High Assurance Boot (HAB) | Immutable ROM-based boot flow verifying signed images from QSPI/eMMC - ensures only authenticated firmware executes on MCIMX7U5DVK07SC |
Applications
| Wearable Health Monitors | Portable Medical Sensors |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact wrist-worn ECG and SpO₂ monitor with OLED display, Bluetooth LE telemetry, and 7-day battery life. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U5DVK07SC serves as main applications processor managing sensor fusion, GUI rendering, and secure BLE packet encryption. Use Value: GC7000 nanoULTRA GPU renders animated waveform overlays at 60 fps while Cortex-M4 handles real-time QRS detection - reducing total system power by 32% vs discrete A+M architecture. | Use Scenario: Handheld ultrasound probe with touch interface, battery pack, and Wi-Fi upload to cloud PACS. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U5DVK07SC acts as imaging controller, coordinating ADC sampling, beamforming FPGA interface, and JPEG2000 compression. Use Value: QSPI with on-the-fly AES-256 decryption secures proprietary image processing firmware; FD-SOI process enables sustained 720 MHz A7 operation during burst acquisition without thermal throttling. |
| Smart Home Control Hubs | Gaming Accessories |
Use Scenario: Voice-controlled wall-mounted panel integrating Zigbee, Matter over Thread, and local AI inference for occupancy prediction. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U5DVK07SC runs Linux-based hub OS, manages concurrent wireless stacks, and hosts lightweight neural network models on Cortex-A7 NEON. Use Value: Independent M4 domain executes real-time Zigbee MAC timing with <1 µs jitter - ensuring sub-10 ms end-to-end latency for lighting control commands. | Use Scenario: Low-latency VR motion controller with 9-axis IMU, haptic feedback, and USB-C tethered streaming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MCIMX7U5DVK07SC functions as motion co-processor, fusing IMU data and driving haptics while relaying compressed pose packets to host PC. Use Value: GC320 2D engine composites real-time status icons onto OLED overlay without A7 intervention - cuts motion-to-photon latency to 8.3 ms. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power heterogeneous processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| i.MX 8M Mini (LPC55S69) | Higher-performance Cortex-A53 @ 1.8 GHz + dual Cortex-M33; lacks FD-SOI; 16 nm FinFET; no integrated GC7000 GPU | Better for Android-based smart displays; unsuitable for sub-100 µA ultra-low-power run states required in wearables | Select MCIMX7U5DVK07SC when battery life >7 days and real-time M4 domain isolation are mandatory |
| RZ/G2L (R9A07G043L22GBG) | Arm Cortex-A55 @ 1.2 GHz + Cortex-M33; 12 nm process; Mali-G31 GPU; no FD-SOI body biasing | Stronger multimedia throughput but higher static leakage; lacks certified secure boot architecture of MCIMX7U5DVK07SC | Choose MCIMX7U5DVK07SC for medical-grade security certification paths and guaranteed 0–95°C consumer qualification |
Compared with i.MX 8M Mini and RZ/G2L, MCIMX7U5DVK07SC uniquely combines FD-SOI–enabled ultra-low static power, hardware-isolated real-time M4 domain, and GC7000 nanoULTRA GPU - making it the only option qualified for Class II wearable medical devices requiring continuous 24/7 operation on coin-cell–sized batteries.
Availability
MCIMX7U5DVK07SC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wearable health monitors, portable medical sensors, and smart home control hubs requiring stable component supply through 2028 and beyond.
Supply support for MCIMX7U5DVK07SC 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 embedded applications, headquartered in Eindhoven and publicly traded on NASDAQ.
The i.MX 7ULP family - including MCIMX7U5DVK07SC - was designed specifically for battery-constrained portable electronics requiring simultaneous high-level OS capability and deterministic real-time control without thermal compromise.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the Cortex-A7 core in MCIMX7U5DVK07SC?
The Cortex-A7 core in MCIMX7U5DVK07SC operates at a maximum frequency of 720 MHz under consumer temperature conditions (0°C to +95°C). This frequency is guaranteed across the full VDD_ARM supply range (1.02 V to 1.08 V) and is maintained using FD-SOI body biasing to counteract process variation - confirmed in the i.MX 7ULP datasheet revision 4, section 5.2.1. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC does not support overclocking beyond this rated speed.
Does MCIMX7U5DVK07SC support secure boot with cryptographic verification?
Yes, MCIMX7U5DVK07SC implements High Assurance Boot (HAB) with immutable ROM-based firmware that verifies digital signatures of boot images using SHA-256 and RSA-2048. It supports encrypted boot from QSPI flash via on-the-fly AES-128 decryption, and includes tamper detection circuitry to invalidate keys upon physical intrusion - all documented in the i.MX 7ULP Security Reference Manual. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC requires proper HAB configuration fuses to be programmed during manufacturing.
What graphics APIs are supported by the GC7000 nanoULTRA GPU in MCIMX7U5DVK07SC?
The GC7000 nanoULTRA GPU in MCIMX7U5DVK07SC supports OpenGL ES 2.0 and OpenVG 1.1 for hardware-accelerated 2D/3D rendering. It does not support Vulkan or OpenGL ES 3.x. Driver support is provided through NXP's Linux BSP (Yocto Kirkstone) and Android P/Q releases, with validated frame rates up to 60 fps for 480×480 UI layers. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC's GPU lacks compute shader capability and is optimized for low-power UI composition rather than general-purpose GPU compute.
Is MCIMX7U5DVK07SC pin-compatible with other i.MX 7ULP variants like MCIMX7U5DVP07SC?
No, MCIMX7U5DVK07SC is not pin-compatible with MCIMX7U5DVP07SC. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC uses a VFBGA361 (10 mm × 10 mm) package, while MCIMX7U5DVP07SC uses MAPBGA393 (14 mm × 14 mm). The ball count, pitch (0.5 mm vs 0.5 mm), and I/O bank allocation differ significantly - requiring separate PCB layouts. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC shares only functional equivalence, not mechanical or electrical pinout compatibility, with other i.MX 7ULP members.
What is the qualified junction temperature range for MCIMX7U5DVK07SC?
The qualified junction temperature range for MCIMX7U5DVK07SC is 0°C to +95°C, designated for consumer applications. This rating is validated per JEDEC JESD22-A104D and applies to continuous operation under specified voltage and thermal conditions. Industrial variants (e.g., MCIMX7U5CVP06SC) are rated for −40°C to +105°C but use different packages and lower A7 frequencies. MCIMX7U5DVK07SC must not be operated outside its 0–95°C range without derating analysis and validation.
MCIMX7U5DVK07SC 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:
- 720MHz
- 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:
- 0°C ~ 95°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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All MCIMX7U5DVK07SC units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MCIMX7U5DVK07SC, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 MCIMX7U5DVK07SC 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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