MCIMX536AVV8C
| Part Description |
ARM® Cortex®-A8 Microprocessor IC i.MX53 1 Core, 32-Bit 800MHz 529-FBGA (19x19) |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 1,050 Available (as of October 8, 2026) |
| Product Category | Microprocessors |
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| Part Series | i.MX 536 |
| Manufacturer | NXP USA Inc. |
| Manufacturing Status | Obsolete |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Co-Processors/DSP | Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD | Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-A8 | Device Package | 529-FBGA (19x19) | ||
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| Display & Interface Controllers | Keypad, LCD | ECCN | 5A992C | Ethernet | 10/100Mbps (1) | ||
| Graphics Acceleration | Yes | HTS Code | 8542.31.0001 | Moisture Sensitivity Level | 3 (168 Hours) | ||
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount | Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Number of Cores/Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit | ||
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ) | Package / Case | 529-FBGA | RAM Controllers | LPDDR2, DDR2, DDR3 | ||
| REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | RoHS Compliance | ROHS3 Compliant | SATA | SATA 1.5Gbps (1) | ||
| Security Features | ARM TZ, Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory, Secure RTC, Tamper Detection | Speed | 800MHz | Supplier Device Package | 529-FBGA (19×19) | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (2), USB 2.0 + PHY (2) | Voltage – I/O | 1.3V, 1.8V, 2.775V, 3.3V |
Overview of MCIMX536AVV8C – IC MPU I.MX53 800MHz 529-FBGA
The MCIMX536AVV8C is an ARM® Cortex®-A8 based microprocessor operating at 800 MHz in a 529‑FBGA (19 × 19 mm) package. It integrates a single 32‑bit application core with multimedia acceleration and a broad set of peripheral and memory interfaces for display and multimedia‑centric embedded designs.
Designed for infotainment, telematics, HMI and display‑oriented applications, the device emphasizes system integration, multimedia processing and secure boot/security capabilities to simplify system design and enable feature‑rich products.
Key Features
- Core — ARM® Cortex®‑A8 single 32‑bit core running at 800 MHz, providing a general‑purpose application processor for embedded multimedia and control tasks.
- Multimedia Acceleration — Integrated 2D/3D graphics and multimedia DSP support including NEON™ SIMD for enhanced media and signal processing workloads.
- Memory Support — Flexible DRAM controller support for LPDDR2, DDR2 and DDR3 memory types to match a range of system memory architectures.
- Display and UI — Built‑in display interface controllers supporting LCD and keypad interfaces, plus dual‑display and video processing capability referenced in the device family documentation.
- Peripheral Interfaces — Comprehensive I/O including 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1), SATA 1.5 Gbps (1), multiple USB 2.0 ports (2) plus USB 2.0 with PHY (2), and 1‑Wire support for simple peripheral connectivity.
- Security and Boot — Hardware security features including ARM TrustZone, boot security, cryptography engines, secure fusebox, secure JTAG, secure memory and secure RTC, and tamper detection for protected boot and runtime operation.
- Package & Mounting — 529‑FBGA package (19 × 19 mm, 0.8 mm pitch), surface‑mount for compact, high‑density board designs.
- Operating Range & Compliance — Extended operating temperature range from −40 °C to 125 °C and RoHS‑compliant construction for broad environmental suitability.
Typical Applications
- Infotainment and Multimedia Systems — Drive HMI graphics, audio playback and video processing using the integrated graphics and multimedia acceleration.
- Telematics and Navigation — Host navigation stacks and telematics applications with support for external sensors and storage via SATA, Ethernet and USB interfaces.
- Display Control & Instrument Clusters — Support for LCD controllers and dual‑display configurations for instrument clusters and advanced display modules.
- Speech and Audio Processing — Leverage NEON™ SIMD and multimedia DSP resources for high‑performance speech processing and audio playback.
Unique Advantages
- Integrated multimedia capability: On‑chip 2D/3D graphics and video processing reduce external accelerator requirements and simplify BOM.
- Flexible memory support: LPDDR2, DDR2 and DDR3 controller options enable designers to choose memory technology that fits performance and cost targets.
- Broad connectivity: Built‑in Ethernet, SATA and multiple USB ports allow direct connection to network, storage and peripheral subsystems without additional bridge ICs.
- Comprehensive security: Multiple hardware security primitives and secure boot features provide layered protection for IP and system integrity.
- Wide temperature tolerance: −40 °C to 125 °C operating range supports deployment in thermally demanding embedded environments.
- Compact, high‑density package: 529‑FBGA (19 × 19 mm) offers a space‑efficient footprint for board‑level integration.
Why Choose MCIMX536AVV8C?
The MCIMX536AVV8C positions itself as a tightly integrated application processor option for designs that require multimedia capability, secure boot/operation and a comprehensive peripheral set in a compact BGA package. Its ARM® Cortex®‑A8 core at 800 MHz combined with graphics acceleration and NEON™ DSP support provides a balanced platform for display‑centric and multimedia embedded products.
This part is suited for engineering teams developing infotainment, telematics, HMI and multimedia systems who need a documented, feature‑rich processor with flexible memory and peripheral connectivity. Backed by published technical documentation for the i.MX53xA family, it supports system design and qualification workflows for production deployments.
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