NXP Semiconductors MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA

Overview

MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA from NXP Semiconductors is a consumer-grade i.MX 8M Nano Solo applications processor featuring a single Arm Cortex-A53 core (1.5 GHz), one Cortex-M7 core (750 MHz), GC7000UL 3D GPU, and four-lane MIPI DSI interface - designed for compact, power-efficient multimedia edge devices such as smart displays and voice-controlled IoT hubs.

For engineers reviewing the MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA datasheet, MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA pinout, MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA application, or MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA equivalent, key selection criteria include its 14 × 14 mm FCBGA package with 0.5 mm pitch, LPDDR4-3200/DDR4-2400 memory support, integrated security modules (CAAM, TrustZone), and real-time audio/video processing capability via five SAI interfaces and ASRC.

Technical Context

The MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA implements a heterogeneous dual-core architecture: the Cortex-A53 handles high-level OS tasks (Linux/Android) while the Cortex-M7 executes deterministic real-time functions (e.g., sensor fusion, low-power audio preprocessing). Its GC7000UL GPU operates at 600 MHz with Vulkan/OpenCL support and delivers 9.6 GFLOPs (32-bit).

Electrical operation is defined by 0–95°C junction temperature, 1.5 GHz A53 clock grade, and strict power domain partitioning - including dedicated VDD_GPU, VDD_DRAM, and NVCC I/O rails - enabling fine-grained power gating across DDR, GPU, MIPI, and USB subsystems per application demand.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: Plastic FCBGA, 14 × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, 486-ball layout. Ball map defined in Section 5.1 of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA, MIMX8MN3DVTJZAA doubles CPU thread count for parallel workloads but shares identical GPU, memory, and security specs; MIMX8MN1DVTJZAA removes GPU and MIPI DSI to reduce cost and power, making it optimal for non-visual embedded control.

Availability

MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart displays, voice-controlled IoT hubs, industrial HMIs, and connected digital signage requiring stable component supply across production lifecycles.

Supply support for MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA 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, connected, and intelligent edge solutions - with deep expertise in automotive, industrial, and IoT application processors.

The i.MX 8M Nano family, including MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA, was engineered for cost-sensitive, power-constrained consumer and industrial edge devices requiring rich multimedia, real-time responsiveness, and robust security - not general-purpose computing.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported LPDDR4 speed for MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA?

MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA supports LPDDR4-3200 (3200 MT/s), delivering up to ~3.2 GB/s peak bandwidth for graphics and video processing. This is confirmed in Section 3.9 of the IMX8MNCEC datasheet and requires proper PCB layout with on-die termination and dynamic voltage/frequency scaling (DVFS) enabled in software.

Does MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA include hardware-accelerated video decode capabilities?

MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA does not integrate a dedicated video decode unit (VPU); its GC7000UL GPU accelerates OpenGL ES/Vulkan rendering and OpenCL compute, but video decode (H.264/H.265) relies on software libraries or optional third-party IP. Verified in Table 1 and Section 1.1 block diagram of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5.

Can MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA operate in industrial temperature range (-40°C to +105°C)?

No - MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA is qualified only for consumer temperature range (0°C to +95°C Tj), as specified in Table 3 of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5. Industrial-grade variants (e.g., suffix 'C') are not available in the Solo configuration; only Dual and Quad derivatives offer -40°C to +105°C options.

How many SAI modules are implemented in MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA, and what audio protocols do they support?

MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA integrates five SAI modules: one with 4 Tx/4 Rx lanes, two with 2 Tx/2 Rx lanes, and two with 1 Tx/1 Rx lane - all supporting I2S, AC97, TDM, codec/DSP, and DSD. Confirmed in Table 1 and Section 2.1 of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5.

Is MIPI CSI available on MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA despite being a Solo variant?

Yes - MIMX8MN2DVTJZAA includes a full four-lane MIPI CSI interface, as verified in Table 2 (Modules Supported) and Figure 1 (block diagram) of IMX8MNCEC Rev. 5. All Solo through Quad variants in the DVT package series retain MIPI CSI and MIPI DSI.