MCIMX6QP6AVT1AA

Overview

The MCIMX6QP6AVT1AA is a consumer-grade i.MX 6QuadPlus processor featuring four Arm Cortex-A9 cores operating at 1 GHz. It utilizes an FCPBGA-624 package with a 21 x 21 mm footprint and 0.8 mm pitch. The device supports DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2 memory interfaces and includes integrated hardware accelerators for video processing and graphics rendering.

Feature Summary

• Four-core symmetric Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with NEON MPE co-processors
• Integrated Vivante GC2000 3D GPU supporting OpenGL ES 3.0 and OpenCL 1.1
• Hardware-accelerated multimedia pipeline including VPU and dual IPUv3H units
• Advanced security features including TrustZone, CAAM, and Advanced High Assurance Boot

Applications

• Graphics rendering for Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Video processing and display systems
• High-end portable media players with HD video capability
• Gaming consoles and portable navigation devices

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'VT' indicates a lidded package variant as per ordering information tables. Confirm that the 'A' suffix corresponds to the correct silicon revision. Ensure compatibility with the IMX6DQPCEC datasheet for consumer product specifications rather than automotive or industrial variants.

Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring high-performance 3D graphics and multimedia processing within the i.MX 6 series. Consider the 1 GHz clock speed and 1 MB L2 cache for complex OS environments. Evaluate thermal requirements due to the lidded package design and verify support for required external memory types such as DDR3 or LPDDR2.

Part Context

This part belongs to the i.MX 6DualPlus/6QuadPlus family, designed for graphics-intensive consumer applications. It shares architectural similarities with other QuadPlus variants but differs in core count compared to DualPlus models. The device integrates advanced power management and multiple display interfaces for high-resolution output.

Replacement Considerations

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FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature for this consumer-grade processor?

The extended commercial temperature grade covers an operating range of -20°C to +105°C.

Does this processor include hardware video decoding capabilities?

Yes, it integrates a Video Processing Unit (VPU) capable of hardware-accelerated 1080p video decoding.