MCIMX6S4AVM10AD

Overview

The MCIMX6S4AVM10AD is an i.MX 6Solo automotive and infotainment application processor from NXP Semiconductors. It features a single Arm Cortex-A9 core operating at up to 1 GHz with a 32-bit data bus width. The device includes 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, a 512 KB unified L2 cache, and 128 KB internal RAM. It supports DDR3, DDR3L, LPDDR2, PSRAM, NAND Flash, and NOR Flash memory types. Operating voltage is 1.5 V for the core, with I/O voltages ranging from 1.65 V to 3.6 V. The package is MAPBGA-625 (21x21 mm), rated for temperatures from -40°C to +125°C.

Feature Summary

• Single-core Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with TrustZone security
• Integrated multimedia accelerators including GPU, VPU, and IPU
• Automotive-grade qualification supporting extended temperature ranges
• Flexible connectivity with dual CAN ports, MLB, and Gigabit Ethernet

Applications

• Automotive navigation and entertainment systems
• Graphics rendering for Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Telematics and display-based instrument clusters

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific silicon revision and fusing options against the ordering information table in the IMX6SDLAEC datasheet. Confirm that the MAPBGA-625 package dimensions and pinout match the target PCB layout. Ensure the selected part number corresponds to the required speed grade and temperature range for the intended automotive environment.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a single-core solution with integrated graphics and video processing is required for automotive applications. Compare against DualLite variants if multi-threading or higher throughput is needed. Verify compatibility with external memory interfaces such as DDR3 or LPDDR2 based on system power and performance constraints.

Part Context

This processor belongs to the i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite family designed for high-performance multimedia tasks. It shares architectural similarities with other i.MX 6 series parts but is optimized for cost-sensitive automotive infotainment and cluster markets. The Solo variant provides a balance of processing power and integration level compared to the DualLite or Quad processors.

Replacement Considerations

MCIMX6S4AVM10AC

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency for the MCIMX6S4AVM10AD?

The maximum clock frequency is 1 GHz.

Does this processor support hardware-accelerated video decoding?

Yes, it includes a Video Processing Unit (VPU) for multimedia acceleration.