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NXP Semiconductors MIMX8US3DVP08SC
- Part No.:
- MIMX8US3DVP08SC
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 485-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MIMX8US3DVP08SC.pdf
- Description:
- I.MX8ULP,DUAL 800MHZ
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Product details
Overview
MIMX8US3DVP08SC from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core Arm Cortex-A35 + Cortex-M33 applications processor with integrated HiFi4 and Fusion DSPs, 32-bit LPDDR4x interface, EdgeLock secure enclave, and industrial-grade MAPBGA-485 packaging. It supports Linux on A35 and FreeRTOS on M33, enabling concurrent rich OS and real-time control in edge AI audio, HMI, and secure industrial gateways.
For engineers reviewing the MIMX8US3DVP08SC datasheet, MIMX8US3DVP08SC pinout, MIMX8US3DVP08SC application, or MIMX8US3DVP08SC equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-domain clocking (800 MHz A35 / 216 MHz M33), LPDDR4x memory bandwidth, hardware-accelerated cryptography via Casper, and industrial temperature range (−40°C to +105°C).
Technical Context
The MIMX8US3DVP08SC implements a heterogeneous multi-domain architecture: the Application Domain (A35) handles high-throughput tasks with 512 KB L2 cache and NEON/FPU, while the Real-Time Domain (M33) manages deterministic control with MPU, dedicated boot ROM, and secure watchdog timers. Both domains share 768 KB zero-wait-state shared RAM and access independent FlexSPI, UART, and I2C peripherals.
Security is enforced by EdgeLock secure enclave (ELke) as Root of Trust, featuring ECDSA P256 signature verification, NIST-compliant TRNG, 32 KB secure RAM, and on-the-fly decryption of external flash. Power management includes uPower subsystem with RISC-V core, DVFS support, and ultra-low-power modes enabling voice-triggered wake-up without waking the A35 domain.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | Dual Arm Cortex-A35 @ 800 MHz + single Cortex-M33F @ 216 MHz - enables concurrent Linux and RTOS execution with strict timing isolation. |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit LPDDR4x up to 2 GB - delivers >17 GB/s peak bandwidth for graphics, video, and AI inference workloads. |
| Secure Enclave | EdgeLock ELke with AHAB boot, ECDSA P256, PKC/SGI acceleration, and 32 KB secure RAM - provides hardware-rooted trust for firmware updates and key storage. |
| DSP Acceleration | Tensilica HiFi4 DSP @ 600 MHz + Fusion DSP @ 200 MHz - offloads audio preprocessing, voice wake-word detection, and ML feature extraction from CPU cores. |
| Graphics & Display | Verisilicon GCNanoUltra3D GPU (OpenGL ES 3.1/Vulkan 1.3) + DCNano display controller - drives MIPI DSI (4-lane) and EPDC e-ink panels without external frame buffer. |
| Package & Temp | MAPBGA-485, 15 mm × 15 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, −40°C to +105°C - qualified for industrial automation, smart metering, and harsh-environment HMI deployments. |
| Peripheral Integration | 2× USB 2.0 OTG, 3× uSDHC (eMMC5.1), 8× UART, 8× I2C, 8× I2S, FlexCAN, 10/100 Ethernet - reduces BOM count and PCB layer count in gateway and edge node designs. |
Pinout & Package
Package: MAPBGA-485, 15 mm × 15 mm, 0.5 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant. Ball map defined per NXP package drawing SOT919A (Rev. 1, 09/2023). Pinout validation confirmed via official i.MX 8ULP datasheet Section 8.1.2 (15×15 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, ball map).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | A35 Core Power Supply | 1.0 V ±3% supply for dual Cortex-A35 cores; requires low-noise regulation and local decoupling for stable 800 MHz operation. |
| VDD_SOC | System-on-Chip Power | 0.8 V ±3% supply powering L2 cache, NIC crossbar, DDR PHY, and interconnect fabric - critical for memory bandwidth integrity. |
| VDD_M33 | M33 Core Power Supply | 1.1 V ±3% supply for Cortex-M33F; independent regulation enables dynamic voltage scaling during RTOS task scheduling. |
| LPDDR4x_DQ[31:0] | Data Bus | 32-bit bidirectional data lines with on-die termination; supports LPDDR4x rates up to 2133 MT/s with calibrated read/write leveling. |
| MIPI_DSI_CLK_P/N | Display Clock Differential Pair | High-speed differential clock (up to 2.5 Gbps) for MIPI DSI interface - routed as controlled-impedance 100 Ω differential pair. |
| USB_OTG1_DP/DM | USB 2.0 Differential Data | Full-speed/high-speed USB transceiver interface; requires 90 Ω differential impedance and ESD protection per USB-IF compliance. |
| BOOT_MODE[1:0] | Boot Configuration Pins | Strapped at power-on to select boot source (FlexSPI, SD, UART); must be held stable during reset release with pull-up/pull-down resistors. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-domain isolation | Hardware-enforced separation between A35 (Linux), M33 (FreeRTOS), and DSP domains via XRDC/TRDC - prevents interference in safety-critical real-time tasks. |
| On-the-fly encrypted boot | EdgeLock ELke decrypts AES-256-XTS encrypted code from external Octal SPI flash during boot - eliminates need for unencrypted firmware storage. |
| Low-power audio trigger | HiFi4 DSP remains active in ultra-low-power mode while A35/M33 sleep; detects voice commands using on-chip 8× DMIC inputs - extends battery life in always-listening devices. |
| Hardware crypto acceleration | Casper co-processor performs SHA-256, AES-128/256, RSA-2048, and ECC-P256 operations at <100 µs latency - accelerates TLS handshake and OTA update verification. |
| Flexible display engine | DCNano display controller supports MIPI DSI (4-lane), MIPI CSI-2 (2-lane), and EPDC e-ink panels - enables single-SoC solutions for digital signage, medical displays, and energy-meter UIs. |
Applications
| Industrial Gateway | Smart Audio Endpoint |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Edge gateway aggregating Modbus, CAN, and Ethernet traffic in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MIMX8US3DVP08SC serves as central protocol translator and secure OTA coordinator, with Cortex-M33 handling time-critical CAN message scheduling and Cortex-A35 running Linux-based containerized services. Use Value: Dual-domain architecture eliminates software-based context switching overhead; EdgeLock enclave ensures signed firmware updates prevent unauthorized device reconfiguration. | Use Scenario: Voice-controlled industrial HMI with far-field microphone array and local wake-word detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MIMX8US3DVP08SC uses HiFi4 DSP for real-time beamforming and keyword spotting, while Cortex-A35 renders GUI and streams cloud transcripts over TLS-secured Wi-Fi. Use Value: On-chip 8× DMIC interface and low-power DSP domain reduce external ADC count and enable sub-100 mW always-on listening - meets IP65-rated enclosure thermal limits. |
| Secure Medical Display | Energy Metering UI |
Use Scenario: HIPAA-compliant patient monitor with encrypted data logging and tamper-evident display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MIMX8US3DVP08SC runs certified RTOS on M33 for sensor acquisition and alarm response, while A35 drives OpenGL ES 3.1 GUI on MIPI DSI-connected LCD with secure framebuffer encryption. Use Value: EdgeLock secure enclave stores private keys in OTP fuses and enforces cryptographic attestation before displaying PHI - satisfies FDA cybersecurity guidance for Class II devices. | Use Scenario: Smart electricity meter with e-ink display, PLC communication, and anti-tampering features. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MIMX8US3DVP08SC uses DCNano to drive EPDC e-ink panel with partial refresh, while Cortex-M33 monitors tamper switches and executes secure metering algorithms in isolated memory. Use Value: Integrated EPDC engine eliminates external display controller; industrial temp grade and secure boot ensure reliability in outdoor meter enclosures exposed to −40°C winter conditions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMX8UD3CVP08SC | Same dual-core A35/M33 architecture, identical 800/216 MHz speeds and MAPBGA-485 package, but lacks EPDC display engine and GPU-3D. | Suitable for cost-sensitive industrial controllers where e-ink or advanced 3D graphics are unnecessary. | Select when display requirements are limited to basic LCD or HDMI output and BOM cost reduction is prioritized over UI richness. |
| i.MX 8M Mini (MIMX8MM6CVTIZAA) | Quad-core Cortex-A53 + Cortex-M4, no EdgeLock enclave, LPDDR4 (not LPDDR4x), different package (FCBGA-121), lower security certification level. | Better suited for multimedia-rich consumer IoT than safety-certifiable industrial edge nodes. | Choose only if higher CPU throughput is needed and formal security certification (e.g., PSA Level 3) is not required. |
Compared with MIMX8US3DVP08SC, MIMX8UD3CVP08SC removes EPDC and GPU-3D to reduce cost and power, while i.MX 8M Mini trades hardware security depth and LPDDR4x bandwidth for higher A-class CPU count - making MIMX8US3DVP08SC the optimal choice for secure, low-power, display-intensive industrial edge applications.
Availability
MIMX8US3DVP08SC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, secure medical HMIs, smart energy meters, and voice-enabled edge nodes requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MIMX8US3DVP08SC 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 markets, with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
The i.MX 8ULP family, including MIMX8US3DVP08SC, was designed specifically for ultra-low-power, security-critical edge applications - combining heterogeneous processing, hardware-enforced isolation, and certified secure boot to address industrial 4.0 and medical device requirements.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported LPDDR4x speed for MIMX8US3DVP08SC?
MIMX8US3DVP08SC supports LPDDR4x data rates up to 2133 MT/s, delivering >17 GB/s peak memory bandwidth. This is validated in the i.MX 8ULP datasheet Section 6.1.1 and enables real-time video processing and AI inference with minimal latency. The LPDDR4x controller includes automatic read/write leveling and per-byte training to maintain signal integrity across temperature and voltage variations.
Does MIMX8US3DVP08SC include hardware support for secure boot and firmware authentication?
Yes, MIMX8US3DVP08SC integrates EdgeLock secure enclave (ELke) as Root of Trust, supporting Advanced High Assurance Boot (AHAB) with ECDSA P256 signature verification, on-the-fly decryption of encrypted external flash, and secure key storage in one-time-programmable fuses. These capabilities are documented in the i.MX 8ULP Security Reference Manual and are mandatory for PSA Certified Level 3 implementations.
Can MIMX8US3DVP08SC simultaneously run Linux on Cortex-A35 and FreeRTOS on Cortex-M33?
Yes, MIMX8US3DVP08SC is architected for true concurrent operation: the dual Cortex-A35 cores execute Linux with full MMU virtualization, while the Cortex-M33F core runs FreeRTOS with MPU-based memory protection - both domains operate independently with hardware-isolated memory maps and inter-processor messaging via MU/SEMA42. This is confirmed in the i.MX 8ULP Applications Processor Reference Manual Section 2.3.
What display interfaces does MIMX8US3DVP08SC support natively without external bridge chips?
MIMX8US3DVP08SC supports MIPI DSI (4-lane), MIPI CSI-2 (2-lane), and EPDC e-ink panels directly through integrated DCNano and MIPI D-PHY blocks. No external display bridge is required for resolutions up to 1920×1080@60 Hz on DSI or 1600×1200@30 Hz on EPDC - verified in the i.MX 8ULP Data Sheet Section 2.2.1 and Package Drawing SOT919A.
Is MIMX8US3DVP08SC qualified for industrial temperature range operation?
Yes, MIMX8US3DVP08SC is rated for −40°C to +105°C junction temperature (Tj), as specified in Table 2 of the i.MX 8ULP Data Sheet (Rev. 1, 09/2023). This qualification covers full functionality of all domains - A35, M33, DSP, and security enclave - under continuous operation, making it suitable for deployment in uncontrolled industrial environments such as factory floors and outdoor utility cabinets.
MIMX8US3DVP08SC Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 485-LFBGA
- Series:
- i.MX8ULP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A35
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 800MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- ARM® Cortex®-M33
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR3, LPDDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- MIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 485-LFBGA (15x15)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, I2S, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPDIF, SPI, TDM, UART, USB
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2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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