NXP Semiconductors MPC5200CVR400

Overview

MPC5200CVR400 from Freescale Semiconductor is a PowerPC-based system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller integrating an MPC603e-series G2_LE core, BestComm DMA subsystem, SDRAM/DDR memory controller, PCI 2.2 controller, dual CAN 2.0A/B, Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), six programmable serial controllers (PSC), USB 1.1 host, ATA, I²C, SPI, J1850, and real-time clock - all operating at 400 MHz core frequency with −40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range.

For engineers reviewing the MPC5200CVR400 datasheet, MPC5200CVR400 pinout, MPC5200CVR400 application, or MPC5200CVR400 equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping, validated alternatives, and design-meaning specifications for embedded communications, automotive gateway, and industrial control systems requiring integrated peripheral consolidation and deterministic real-time I/O handling.

Technical Context

The MPC5200CVR400 implements a superscalar MPC603e-derived G2_LE core with double-precision FPU, 16 kB instruction and 16 kB data caches, and MMU support - executing up to 760 MIPS at 400 MHz. Its BestComm intelligent DMA subsystem offloads peripheral I/O management from the CPU using dedicated channels and 16 kB on-chip SRAM.

It integrates a 32-bit SDRAM/DDR memory controller supporting up to 133 MHz operation and 256 MB per chip select, a flexible External Bus Interface with eight programmable chip selects, PCI 2.2 initiator/target controller (33/66 MHz), and dual MSCAN modules compliant with CAN 2.0A/B protocol including standard/extended frame support.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The MPC5200CVR400 is housed in a 480-pin PBGA package (27 mm × 27 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) with thermal pad, per Freescale Document MPC5200 Rev. 4, Section 4.1–4.3. Pin assignments are defined across four functional banks: SIU (System Interface Unit), PSC, PCI, and memory interface - with 56 total GPIOs configurable as interrupt/WakeUp sources.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC5200BVR400, the MPC5200CVR400 delivers full 400 MHz performance within industrial temperature limits, while MPC8313EVRAGDB trades automotive interfaces for cryptographic acceleration and Gigabit Ethernet - making MPC5200CVR400 irreplaceable in legacy vehicle bus integration roles.

Availability

MPC5200CVR400 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive gateway development, industrial protocol conversion, telecom access node design, and energy management systems requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle programs.

Supply support for MPC5200CVR400 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

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in embedded processors, analog, and connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The MPC5200 product line was designed as a highly integrated PowerPC SoC targeting cost-sensitive, real-time embedded applications requiring consolidated communications peripherals - especially automotive body control, gateway, and industrial machine control.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the MPC5200CVR400 and under what conditions?

The MPC5200CVR400 operates at a maximum core frequency of 400 MHz, validated across the full industrial temperature range of −40°C to +85°C with VDD_CORE = 1.42–1.58 V. This rating is confirmed in Table 12 (A1.1) and Table 2 (D2.10) of the MPC5200 Rev. 4 datasheet. Exceeding 400 MHz requires derating to the extended temperature grade (MPC5200BVR400), which caps at 264 MHz above +85°C ambient.

Does the MPC5200CVR400 include on-chip memory, and if so, what type and size?

Yes, the MPC5200CVR400 integrates 16 kB of instruction cache and 16 kB of data cache within the G2_LE core, plus 16 kB of dedicated SRAM for the BestComm DMA subsystem. It does not include on-die flash or ROM; external boot memory must be connected via the External Bus Interface or SPI. These allocations are specified in the "Features" section (page 2) and "BestComm DMA subsystem" subsection of the MPC5200 Rev. 4 datasheet.

Can the MPC5200CVR400 support both CAN 2.0A and CAN 2.0B frames simultaneously?

Yes, the MPC5200CVR400's dual MSCAN controllers each support both standard (11-bit identifier, CAN 2.0A) and extended (29-bit identifier, CAN 2.0B) data frames, as explicitly stated in the "Dual CAN 2.0 A/B Controller (MSCAN)" feature listing (page 3). Frame format selection is configured per channel via the MSCAN registers, enabling concurrent use of both frame types across separate CAN buses.

What power management modes are supported by the MPC5200CVR400, and what is the lowest power state?

The MPC5200CVR400 supports Nap, Doze, Sleep, and Deep-Sleep modes. Deep-Sleep is the lowest power state, consuming only 52.5 mW (typical) with G2_LE core, PLLs, and all peripherals disabled - retaining RTC and wake-up capability via GPIO or CAN. This value is documented in Table 6 (D5.5) of the MPC5200 Rev. 4 datasheet under "Deep-Sleep" mode at VDD_CORE = 1.5 V and Tj = 25°C.

Is the MPC5200CVR400 pin-compatible with other MPC5200 variants such as the MPC5200BVR400?

Yes, the MPC5200CVR400 and MPC5200BVR400 share identical 480-pin PBGA mechanical packaging, pinout, and signal definitions - differing only in temperature qualification and maximum operational frequency at elevated ambient. This pin compatibility is confirmed by Freescale's ordering information (Section 6) and package description (Section 4), where both variants map to the same package code and pin assignment tables.