MCIMX6Q7CVT08AC

Overview

The MCIMX6Q7CVT08AC is an industrial-grade i.MX 6Quad multimedia application processor featuring four ARM Cortex-A9 cores operating at 800 MHz. It integrates a 1 MB L2 cache, NEON SIMD media accelerator, and dedicated hardware accelerators including VPU, GPU3Dv4, GPU2Dv2, and GPUVG. The device supports DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2 memory interfaces and includes extensive connectivity options such as Gigabit Ethernet, SATA II, PCIe v2.0, USB 2.0, MIPI CSI-2/DSI, and HDMI 1.4. Advanced security features include TrustZone, CAAM, and HAB v4 boot.

Feature Summary

• Multicore processing with four ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore CPUs and NEON SIMD acceleration
• Integrated multimedia accelerators for video processing and 2D/3D graphics rendering
• Advanced hardware-enabled security architecture supporting secure boot and encryption
• Comprehensive peripheral interface set including high-speed serial and parallel connections

Applications

• Industrial automation and control systems
• High-end mobile internet devices (MID)
• Portable media players with HD video capability
• Smart home gateways and IoT hubs

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific silicon revision and temperature grade requirements against your system design constraints before ordering. Confirm that the FCBGA package dimensions and pinout match your PCB layout specifications. Ensure compliance with RoHS3 standards and check for any relevant automotive or industrial qualification certifications required for your deployment environment.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 platform with industrial temperature ratings is required. It is suitable for applications demanding high-performance multimedia processing, robust security features, and flexible connectivity options. Consider the integrated power management and DVFS capabilities for optimizing energy efficiency in battery-operated or thermally constrained environments.

Part Context

This part belongs to the NXP i.MX 6Dual/6Quad family of multimedia application processors designed for industrial products. It shares architectural similarities with consumer and automotive variants but is optimized for industrial reliability and extended temperature ranges. The i.MX 6 series provides a scalable platform for high-performance embedded applications requiring advanced graphics and video processing capabilities.

Replacement Considerations

MCIMX6Q7CVT08AD

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the CPU cores?

The CPU cores operate at a maximum frequency of 800 MHz.

Does the processor support secure boot?

Yes, it supports Advanced High Assurance Boot (HAB) version 4 with SHA-256 and RSA key authentication.

What types of external memory are supported?

It supports DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2 memory interfaces.