MCIMX508CZK8B

Microprocessors Overview

The MCIMX508CZK8B is an i.MX50 applications processor featuring an ARM Cortex-A8 core operating at 800 MHz. It integrates a NEON coprocessor, VFPv3, and a 2D GPU. The device includes an Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) for e-paper support and an enhanced LCD interface. Memory interfaces support DDR2, LPDDR2, and LPDDR1 up to 2 GB. Security features include High-Assurance Boot 4. It is housed in a 13 x 13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch Case 416 PoPBGA package.

Microprocessors Feature Summary

• Integrated Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) for direct-drive active matrix EPD panels
• Hardware-accelerated multimedia processing with NEON SIMD and VFP-Lite coprocessors
• Advanced security implementation via High-Assurance Boot 4 (HAB4) and Secure JTAG Controller
• Flexible display architecture supporting simultaneous operation of LCD and electrophoretic displays

Microprocessors Applications

• Portable multimedia devices requiring low power consumption
• E-reader and electronic paper display systems
• Consumer products utilizing ARM Cortex-A8 based operating systems
• Embedded systems requiring integrated graphics acceleration and secure boot

Microprocessors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix CZK8B against official NXP documentation to confirm the Case 416 PoPBGA package type and 800 MHz frequency rating. Ensure compatibility with LPDDR2/eMMC PoP memory configurations as this package variant has specific pinout differences compared to standard MAPBGA versions. Confirm availability status as product lifecycles may change.

Microprocessors Selection Notes

Select this component when electrophoretic display support is required alongside standard LCD capabilities. The PoPBGA package is suitable for designs integrating stacked LPDDR2 or eMMC memory directly on the processor. Consider the 800 MHz clock speed relative to performance needs and thermal constraints. Verify that the application does not require the higher 1 GHz frequency available in other i.MX50 variants.

Microprocessors Part Context

This part belongs to the Freescale/NXP i.MX50 family of applications processors designed for consumer electronics. It shares the same ball map and IOMUX as the MCIMX508CVK8B but utilizes a different package substrate optimized for Package-on-Package memory integration. It represents the full specification tier within the i.MX50 series, including both GPU and EPDC modules.

Microprocessors Replacement Considerations

MCIMX508CVK8B offers identical functionality but uses a standard MAPBGA package instead of PoPBGA.