MCIMX31DVMN5D

The MCIMX31DVMN5D is an i.MX31 multimedia applications processor from NXP Semiconductors based on the ARM1136JF-S core. It delivers a 32-bit, single-core implementation with a 532 MHz operating frequency and is engineered for low-power, high-performance embedded multimedia devices.

Designed for high-tier and mid-tier smartphone markets and portable media players, the device combines processor performance with integrated multimedia accelerators, advanced power-management techniques and flexible memory and I/O support to address compact, feature-rich embedded designs.

Key Features

• Core — ARM1136JF-S single 32-bit core running at up to 532 MHz, optimized for low-power operation.
• Performance & power management — Implementation leverages advanced power-saving techniques including DPTC, DVFS, power gating and clock gating, and a 90 nm process with dual-Vt transistors for optimized performance versus leakage.
• Multimedia & graphics — Integrated multimedia co-processors including a GPU, an Autonomous Image Processing Unit (IPU), MPEG-4 hardware encoder (VGA, 30 fps), and a Vector Floating Point (VFP11) co-processor for accelerated media and image processing.
• Memory and storage interfaces — DDR memory controller plus support for external memories such as NAND Flash, NOR Flash, SDRAM and SRAM for flexible system design.
• Connectivity & I/O — USB 2.0 support (three controllers), additional interfaces including 1-Wire, and broad peripheral connectivity for multimedia and storage subsystems (USB2.0 OTG, ATA, MMC/SDIO, compact flash referenced in technical documentation).
• Security & system reliability — On-chip security features including a Random Number Generator, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG and Secure Memory.
• Graphics acceleration — Hardware acceleration for graphics to support responsive user interfaces and media playback.
• Package & mounting — 473-LFBGA package (19 × 19 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) for compact surface-mount designs.
• Operating range & compliance — Consumer-grade operating temperature range of −20 °C to 70 °C and RoHS-compliant manufacturing.

Typical Applications

• High-/mid-tier smartphones — On-chip multimedia acceleration and low-power features support responsive multimedia and communication functions in smartphone designs.
• Portable media players — MPEG-4 encoding, image processing and graphics acceleration enable compact devices for media playback and capture.
• Embedded multimedia systems — Integrated co-processors and flexible memory interface support a wide range of handheld and embedded devices requiring image, video and audio processing.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated multimedia — On-chip GPU, IPU and MPEG-4 encoder reduce external component count for streamlined multimedia designs.
• Advanced power management — DPTC, DVFS, power gating and clock gating techniques minimize power consumption for battery-operated applications.
• Flexible memory support — DDR controller and documented support for NAND/NOR/SDRAM/SRAM enable diverse storage and memory topologies.
• Comprehensive security — Built-in RNG, secure fusebox, secure JTAG and secure memory features enhance device security and integrity.
• Compact package — 473-LFBGA (19×19 mm) surface-mount package enables space-efficient PCB designs.
• Documented platform — Technical data and package information are provided in NXP documentation to support design and validation.

Why Choose MCIMX31DVMN5D?

The MCIMX31DVMN5D positions itself as a balanced solution for embedded multimedia designs that require CPU performance, integrated media accelerators and efficient power management. Its ARM1136JF-S core at 532 MHz, combined with on-chip multimedia co-processors and security features, makes it suitable for designers targeting high-tier and mid-tier smartphones, portable media players and other multimedia-rich embedded systems.

With flexible memory interfacing, multiple USB 2.0 controllers, a compact 473-LFBGA package and RoHS compliance, the MCIMX31DVMN5D offers a documented, compact platform to accelerate product development while addressing performance, power and integration goals.

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