MCIMX507CVK8B

The MCIMX507CVK8B is an i.MX50 series applications processor implementing an ARM® Cortex®-A8 core running at 800 MHz. Designed for multimedia-focused, low-power portable applications, this single-core 32-bit MPU integrates display and graphics capabilities alongside a flexible set of peripheral interfaces.

Targeted at display-driven and portable consumer and industrial applications, the device delivers a balance of processing performance, multimedia acceleration, memory interface flexibility, and hardware security in a compact 416-pin MAPBGA package.

Key Features

• Core and Performance  ARM® Cortex®-A8 32-bit core, single-core configuration at 800 MHz for general-purpose and multimedia processing.
• Multimedia Co-processors  Includes multimedia and NEON™ SIMD capabilities to accelerate signal and media processing tasks.
• Graphics and Display  Integrated 2D graphics acceleration and Pixel Processing Pipeline (ePXP), plus LCD display controller and series-level electrophoretic display function integration for display-centric applications.
• Memory Interface Flexibility  On-chip memory controllers supporting LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 to enable a range of performance and power trade-offs.
• Connectivity  10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1) and dual USB 2.0 ports with PHY provide common wired connectivity options; additional 1-Wire interface available for simple peripherals.
• Security  Hardware Boot Security, Cryptography and Secure JTAG features to support secure boot and runtime security requirements.
• Package and Mounting  416-MAPBGA supplier device package in a 13 × 13 mm footprint with 0.5 mm pitch; surface-mount packaged for compact system designs.
• Qualification and Environmental  Industrial qualification and RoHS compliance provide environmental and reliability assurances for many embedded deployments.
• Operating Range  Commercial operating temperature specified from 0 °C to 70 °C.

Typical Applications

• Portable Multimedia Devices  Use the single-core Cortex-A8 core and multimedia acceleration for video, audio and rich media playback in handheld products.
• Display-Centric Products  Drive LCDs and electrophoretic (e-ink) displays with integrated display controllers and 2D graphics acceleration for user interfaces and low-power displays.
• Consumer Electronics  Employ the i.MX50 architecture in consumer applications that require balanced performance and power efficiency with secure boot and cryptography.
• Industrial Embedded Systems  Leverage industrial qualification, flexible memory support and wired connectivity (Ethernet, USB) for compact industrial HMIs and embedded controllers.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated multimedia subsystem: Integration of a 2D GPU, ePXP and display controllers reduces external components for display-heavy designs.
• Flexible memory support: Support for LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 lets designers choose memory technology for the right performance/power trade-off.
• Built-in security capabilities: Boot security, cryptography and Secure JTAG help protect IP and enable secure device deployment.
• Compact, production-ready package: 416-MAPBGA in a 13 × 13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch package supports small form-factor boards and surface-mount assembly.
• Industrial qualification: Qualification for industrial use provides an option for deployments that require higher reliability standards.
• Connectivity and peripheral options: On-chip Ethernet, dual USB 2.0 with PHY and 1-Wire interface simplify integration of common peripherals and network connectivity.

Why Choose MCIMX507CVK8B?

The MCIMX507CVK8B positions itself as a compact, display- and multimedia-oriented MPU that balances processing performance with low-power operation and hardware security. Its single ARM® Cortex®-A8 core at 800 MHz, multimedia co-processors, and integrated display architecture make it suitable for designers building portable multimedia, consumer, and industrial display systems.

With flexible DRAM support, industrial qualification, and a dense 416-pin MAPBGA package, this part is well suited to applications that need a combination of integration, display capability, and deployable reliability while keeping board footprint compact.

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