Overview
The MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB is a part of the i.MX 8M family of applications processors from NXP USA Inc. This processor is based on the Arm® Cortex®-A53 and Cortex-M4 cores, offering advanced audio, voice, and video processing capabilities. It is designed to meet the demands of various applications, including consumer home audio, industrial building automation, and mobile computers. The i.MX 8M family is also part of NXP's EdgeVerse™ edge computing platform and follows a security-by-design approach as part of the EdgeLock Assurance program.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | Quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores, 1.3 GHz |
| Real-Time Co-processor | Arm Cortex-M4 core |
| GPU | No VPU, 4 shader GPU, supports OpenGL ES 1.1, 2.0, 3.0, 3.1, Open CL 1.2, and Vulkan |
| Video Processing | 4Kp60 HEVC/H.265 main and main 10 decoder, 4Kp60 VP9 decoder, 4Kp30 AVC/H.264 decoder, 1080p60 MPEG-2, MPEG-4p2, VC-1, VP8, RV9, AVS, MJPEG, H.263 decoder |
| Display Interface | HDMI 2.0a supporting one display: resolution up to 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz, support HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 |
| Audio Interfaces | 20+ Audio interfaces 32-bit @ 384 kHz fs, with Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) support |
| Package Type | 621-FCPBGA (17x17 mm, 0.65 mm pitch) |
| Operating Temperature | Industrial: -40 to +105°C |
Key Features
- Advanced audio, voice, and video processing capabilities
- Quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores and a real-time Arm Cortex-M4 co-processor
- Support for 4K video decoding and high-resolution display through HDMI 2.0a
- Extensive audio interfaces with Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) support
- Part of NXP's EdgeVerse™ edge computing platform and EdgeLock Assurance program for enhanced security
- Wide range of software and hardware support, including various development tools and partner solutions
Applications
- Consumer home audio and video devices
- Industrial building automation and control systems
- Mobile computers and handheld devices
- Connected streaming audio/video devices
- Scanning and imaging devices
- Other high-performance, low-power applications
Q & A
- What is the MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB processor based on? The MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB is based on the Arm® Cortex®-A53 and Cortex-M4 cores.
- What are the key features of the i.MX 8M family? Advanced audio, voice, and video processing, quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores, and a real-time Arm Cortex-M4 co-processor.
- What is the maximum display resolution supported by the HDMI interface? Up to 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz.
- What is the operating temperature range for the industrial version? -40 to +105°C.
- What security features does the i.MX 8M family include? Part of NXP's EdgeLock Assurance program, following a security-by-design approach.
- What types of applications can the MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB be used for? Consumer home audio, industrial building automation, mobile computers, connected streaming devices, and scanning/imaging devices.
- What is the package type of the MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB? 621-FCPBGA (17x17 mm, 0.65 mm pitch).
- Does the MIMX8MQ5CVAHZAB support 4K video decoding? Yes, it supports 4Kp60 HEVC/H.265, 4Kp60 VP9, and 4Kp30 AVC/H.264 decoding.
- What is the frequency of the Arm Cortex-A53 cores? 1.3 GHz.
- What additional resources are available for the i.MX 8M family? Various software, hardware offerings, engineering services, and partner solutions are available through NXP's website and partner marketplace.
