NXP Semiconductors MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA

Overview

MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA from NXP Semiconductors is a consumer-grade i.MX 8M Nano SoloLite application processor featuring a single Arm Cortex-A53 core (1.5 GHz), one Cortex-M7 core (750 MHz), no GPU, and integrated four-lane MIPI DSI for display output. It supports LPDDR4-3200, DDR4-2400, and DDR3L-1600 memory interfaces, operates from 0°C to 95°C, and is housed in a 14 × 14 mm FCBGA package with 0.5 mm pitch - designed for cost-sensitive, low-power embedded UI applications such as smart home displays and portable HMI terminals.

For engineers reviewing the MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA datasheet, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA pinout, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA application, or MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated pin-level design meaning, confirmed memory and interface compatibility, and real-world selection guidance against functionally aligned alternatives - all grounded in NXP's IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet and official ordering information.

Technical Context

The MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA implements a heterogeneous dual-core architecture: its Cortex-A53 core executes Linux-based application workloads with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches plus 512 KB unified L2 cache, while the Cortex-M7 handles real-time tasks using 256 KB TCM and supports ML inference, IR/wireless remote management, and low-power standby modes. The absence of GPU and Immersiv3D features distinguishes it from higher-tier variants like MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA or MIMX8MN6DVTJZAA.

It integrates essential peripherals including one USB 2.0 OTG controller with PHY, three uSDHC interfaces (MMC 5.1/SD 3.0 compliant), one Gigabit Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588/AVB/EEE support, four UARTs, four I²C modules, three SPI controllers, five SAI audio interfaces, and a 4-lane MIPI DSI transmitter capable of driving 1080p60 displays - all enabled per Table 2 and Table 3 of the IMX8MNCEC datasheet for the "1DVT" sub-family.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: FCBGA-486, 14 × 14 mm body, 0.5 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant. Ball map defined in Section 5.1 (pages 79–94) of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5. Key functional groups include DDR4/LPDDR4 I/O banks (VDD_DRAM, VDDQ_DDR), MIPI DSI differential pairs (MIPI_DSI_CLK_P/N, MIPI_DSI_Dx_P/N), USB 2.0 PHY signals (USB1_DP/DN), and dedicated power rails (VDD_ARM, VDD_SOC, NVCC_GPIOx).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA trades GPU capability for lower cost and power; compared with MIMX8MN1DVPIZAA, it delivers higher sustained performance in thermally unconstrained layouts while retaining identical software compatibility and peripheral set.

Availability

MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart home displays, industrial HMI panels, and portable medical monitors requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and NXP-qualified consumer-grade reliability.

Supply support for MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA 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 headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets - with over 40 years of embedded processor innovation.

The i.MX 8M Nano family, including MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA, was engineered specifically for cost-optimized, low-power consumer and industrial edge devices requiring Linux-capable processing, rich multimedia I/O, and hardware-enforced security - without GPU overhead.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR memory speed for MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA?

MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA supports LPDDR4-3200 (3200 MT/s), DDR4-2400 (2400 MT/s), and DDR3L-1600 (1600 MT/s) memory interfaces. These speeds are confirmed in Section 1 (i.MX 8M Nano introduction) and Table 1 of the IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet. The DDR controller implements hardware ECC and configurable burst lengths, enabling reliable operation up to 8 GB address space with JEDEC-compliant timing parameters.

Does MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA include a GPU or graphics accelerator?

No, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA does not include a GPU. As specified in Table 2 ("Modules supported") and Table 3 ("Orderable part numbers") of the IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet, the "1DVT" variant (SoloLite) explicitly omits the GC7000UL GPU present in "2DVT" (Solo) and higher variants. Graphics rendering must be performed in software on the Cortex-A53 core or offloaded to an external GPU if required.

Can MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA boot from NAND Flash, and what ECC strength is supported?

Yes, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA supports 8-bit NAND Flash with BCH ECC up to 62-bit correction, as documented in Section 1 ("i.MX 8M Nano introduction") and Table 1 of the IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet. This ECC strength enables reliable operation with raw MLC/SLC NAND devices compliant with ONFi 3.2, supporting data rates up to 200 MB/sec and clock frequencies up to 100 MHz.

What audio interfaces are available on MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA?

MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA integrates five Synchronous Audio Interface (SAI) modules - one with 4 Tx/4 Rx lanes, two with 2 Tx/2 Rx lanes, and two with 1 Tx/1 Rx lane - supporting I²S, AC97, TDM, codec/DSP, and DSD protocols. It also includes S/PDIF Tx/Rx and PDM input for up to 8 channels, as confirmed in Table 1 and Section 1.1 of the IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet.

Is MIPI CSI camera interface available on MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA?

Yes, MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA includes a four-lane MIPI CSI interface operating up to 1.5 Gbps per lane, as stated in Table 2 ("Modules supported") and Section 1.1 of the IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5 datasheet. This interface is fully enabled in the SoloLite variant and supports common image sensors used in entry-level vision applications such as occupancy detection or QR code scanning.