MCIMX503CVM8BR2

Microprocessors Overview

The MCIMX503CVM8BR2 is an i.MX50 applications processor based on the ARM Cortex-A8 core, operating at a maximum frequency of 800 MHz. It features a 256 Kbyte unified L2 cache and supports DDR2, LPDDR2, and LPDDR1 memory up to 2 GByte. The device includes a NEON coprocessor and VFPv3 support for multimedia acceleration. Unlike the i.MX508, this variant has the Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) disabled. It utilizes a 400-pin MAPBGA package with 17 x 17 mm dimensions and 0.8 mm pitch.

Microprocessors Feature Summary

• ARM Cortex-A8 platform with NEON and VFPv3 for multimedia processing
• Integrated 2D Graphics Processing Unit (GPU2Dv1)
• Enhanced PiXel Processing Pipeline (ePXP) for display operations
• Hardware security via Advanced High Assurance Boot (A-HAB)

Microprocessors Applications

• Portable multimedia devices
• Consumer electronics requiring high-performance processing
• Applications utilizing LCD displays without e-paper requirements

Microprocessors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's current documentation to confirm package type and temperature range. Ensure compatibility with required memory interfaces such as DDR2 or LPDDR2. Confirm that the absence of the EPDC controller aligns with the target display architecture. Cross-reference the part number with official NXP/Freescale databases to validate availability and revision status.

Microprocessors Selection Notes

Select this component when an ARM Cortex-A8 solution is required but electrophoretic display capabilities are unnecessary. It offers pin compatibility with the full-featured i.MX508 while providing cost optimization by disabling unused hardware blocks. Consider the 400-pin MAPBGA package constraints regarding PCB routing and thermal management for industrial or consumer environments.

Microprocessors Part Context

This processor belongs to the i.MX50 family designed for consumer products. It shares the same ball map and IOMUX configuration as the i.MX508, allowing for potential design reuse. The primary distinction lies in the disabled EPDC block, making it suitable for standard LCD-based applications rather than e-paper systems within the broader i.MX portfolio.

Microprocessors Replacement Considerations

MCIMX508CVM8B: Offers identical pinout and functionality but includes the enabled EPDC controller for e-paper support.