MCIMX7S3DVK08SC - i.MX 7Solo Cortex-A7/M4 800MHz SoC | NXP
N.º de pieza: MCIMX7S3DVK08SC ✓ ActivoMCIMX7S3DVK08SC Descripción general
An applications processor (AP) is a system-on-chip (SoC) that integrates a CPU complex, memory controller, peripherals, and increasingly hardware accelerators into a single die. The i.MX 7Solo belongs to NXP's i.MX family of heterogeneous multiprocessing SoCs, sitting between microcontrollers (single-core, deterministic) and higher-end i.MX 8 application processors. It is widely deployed in industrial HMI, IoT gateways, and portable medical devices where deterministic real-time response must coexist with a Linux-capable application core. Heterogeneous SoCs pair a high-level OS core (Cortex-A7) with a microcontroller-class core (Cortex-M4) on the same silicon, allowing the M4 to handle hard-real-time tasks (motor control, sensor polling, safety) while the A7 runs Linux or Android user-interface workloads.
Key features include 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core, NEON media processing engine on the A7, single-precision FPU on the M4, integrated LCD controller up to WXGA (1366x768) resolution, and 12-bit ADC channels for sensor integration. Security blocks include ARM TrustZone, secure boot, HAB (High Assurance Boot), and on-chip cryptographic accelerators supporting AES, SHA, and RSA. Power management is handled by an internal PMU that supports low-power sleep modes below 250 uW typical, enabling always-on battery-powered designs.
The architecture separates power domains so the Cortex-M4 can operate while the Cortex-A7 is gated off, reducing total system energy in event-driven IoT applications. The combination of Ethernet, USB OTG with integrated PHY, dual SDIO/MMC, and hardware crypto offload eliminates many external companion ICs, lowering BOM cost and PCB complexity.
Typical applications include industrial IoT gateways, point-of-sale terminals, portable medical monitors, smart home hubs, and human-machine interface panels. The device supports Linux, Android, and FreeRTOS simultaneously across the heterogeneous cores.
When designing with this SoC, follow NXP's Hardware Design Guide for the i.MX 7 family for DDR3L routing and decoupling. Provide at least 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane beneath the BGA; thermal management is typically passive due to the <1 W typical application power envelope.
This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in alternative guidance, and practical hardware design notes not found in the i.MX 7 reference manual.
Alternativas directas para MCIMX7S3DVK08SC — mismo encapsulado, compatible pin a pin. Se excluyen las piezas de otro encapsulado que requieren retrabajo de la PCB.
Variantes de esta serie
Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con MCIMX7S3DVK08SC (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Core Architecture, Ethernet, Mounting Type, Package, Product Family.
MCIMX7D3DVK08SC
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MCIMX7S3DVK08SD
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MCIMX7D3DVK08SD
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MCIMX7S5DVK08SC
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MCIMX7S3DVK08SC Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Product Family | i.MX 7Solo |
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4 (heterogeneous multiprocessing) |
| CPU Cores | 1x Cortex-A7 + 1x Cortex-M4 |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 800 MHz (Cortex-A7) |
| Encapsulado | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| USB Interface | 1x USB 2.0 OTG with integrated PHY |
| Memory Card Interface | 2x SDIO/MMC |
| Ethernet | 10/100 MAC (ENET) |
| Display Controller | Up to WXGA (1366x768) via EPDC/LCDIF |
| Security Features | ARM TrustZone, HAB secure boot, AES/SHA/RSA accelerators |
| Typical Application Power | <1 W |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
Guía de configuración de pines de MCIMX7S3DVK08SC 488-tfbga (12x12 mm)
Configuración de pines para MCIMX7S3DVK08SC (encapsulado 488-tfbga (12x12 mm)). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.
No hay datos detallados de patillaje disponibles para MCIMX7S3DVK08SC.
Consulte la hoja de datos para ver la configuración completa de patillas.
Aplicaciones típicas
MCIMX7S3DVK08SC es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Industrial IoT Gateway, Portable Medical Monitor, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panel, Smart Home Hub / IoT Bridge, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal, Connected Industrial Printer / Label Maker.
Industrial IoT Gateway
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC's heterogeneous Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4 architecture fits industrial IoT gateways because the A7 runs a Linux networking stack (MQTT, OPC-UA, TLS) while the M4 handles deterministic Modbus or CAN polling. The integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC and USB 2.0 OTG with PHY eliminate external NIC chips. Hardware AES/SHA acceleration offloads TLS handshakes, reducing A7 CPU load and gateway latency. Typical gateway power stays below 1 W, allowing fanless DIN-rail enclosures. DDR3L memory controller and dual SDIO/MMC provide flexible storage options for local buffering during network outages.
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Portable Medical Monitor
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC suits portable medical monitors because the Cortex-M4 core runs deterministic real-time biosignal acquisition (ECG, SpO2, temperature) while the Cortex-A7 powers the Linux-based touchscreen UI. Hardware TrustZone and HAB secure boot help satisfy FDA premarket cybersecurity guidance. The integrated 12-bit ADC and display controller up to WXGA remove several companion ICs, shrinking BOM. Sub-1 W typical power extends battery runtime for handheld or wearable form factors, and NXP's longevity program supports medical device lifecycles exceeding 10 years.
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Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panel
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC drives HMI panels because the integrated LCDIF controller supports displays up to WXGA (1366x768), sufficient for most industrial control panels. The Cortex-A7 runs Linux with Qt or Web-based HMIs, while the Cortex-M4 handles fast capacitive touch sensing and backlight control. USB OTG with PHY enables field firmware updates from a USB stick without a host PC. The 488-TFBGA package allows compact panel designs, and the security blocks protect against unauthorized HMI logic tampering.
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Smart Home Hub / IoT Bridge
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC is well-matched to smart home hubs because the A7 runs a Linux bridging daemon (Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread via external radios) while the M4 manages deterministic sensor polling. Hardware AES acceleration secures Matter/Thread commissioning flows. The integrated Ethernet MAC and Wi-Fi companion-friendly SDIO interfaces simplify RF front-end integration. Sub-1 W typical power lets the hub run always-on from a small wall adapter without active cooling.
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Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC fits POS terminals because the A7 runs Linux with payment-application stacks (PCI-PTS friendly) and the M4 handles secure keypad, magstripe, or NFC polling at hard real-time deadlines. Hardware cryptographic accelerators (AES, SHA, RSA) accelerate EMV chip-card authentication, while TrustZone isolates secure PIN-entry logic from the user-facing OS. USB OTG with PHY supports PIN pads and external printers without extra hub chips. The 488-TFBGA enables compact countertop terminal designs with display, printer, and reader peripherals.
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Connected Industrial Printer / Label Maker
The MCIMX7S3DVK08SC suits connected industrial printers because the M4 core drives stepper motors and printhead timing deterministically while the A7 manages network protocols (LPR, IPP, SNMP) and the embedded web UI. USB OTG with PHY allows direct USB drive printing without a host PC. Hardware AES/SHA secures remote management sessions, and the integrated display controller supports status LCDs. Low typical power enables fanless operation inside sealed printer enclosures in factory environments.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | MCIMX7D3DVK08SC | MCIMX7S3DVK08SD | MCIMX7D3DVK08SD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) - same | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) - same | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) - same |
| Product Family | i.MX 7Solo | i.MX 7Dual | i.MX 7Solo | i.MX 7Dual |
| Cortex-A7 Cores | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Cortex-M4 Core | Yes (1x) | Yes (1x) | Yes (1x) | Yes (1x) |
| Max CPU Frequency | 800 MHz | 800 MHz | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| USB 2.0 OTG with PHY | 1x | 1x | 1x | 1x |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 | 10/100 | 10/100 | 10/100 |
| Hardware Cryptography | AES, SHA, RSA | AES, SHA, RSA | AES, SHA, RSA | AES, SHA, RSA |
Diferenciadores clave
- Lower cost and power than the i.MX 7Dual variant (frente a MCIMX7D3DVK08SC)
- Identical silicon family ensures BSP reuse (frente a MCIMX7S3DVK08SD)
- Heterogeneous A7+M4 in one chip eliminates external MCU (frente a Discrete A7 SoC + external Cortex-M4 MCU)
Notas de diseño
The 488-ball TFBGA at 0.5 mm pitch requires HDI PCB fabrication with laser-drilled microvias and a continuous reference ground plane directly under the BGA. Per NXP's i.MX 7 Hardware Design Guide, route DDR3L signals on the top layers with matched-length traces to within 25 mil tolerance; otherwise signal integrity at 800 MHz will degrade and cause intermittent boot failures. Stack-up must be at least 4 layers with controlled-impedance 50 ohm single-ended and 100 ohm differential pairs.
Although typical application power for the MCIMX7S3DVK08SC is below 1 W, peak power during heavy Linux + M4 load can reach 1.5 W briefly. With a TFBGA-488 theta-JA of approximately 25 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC board, this implies a 38 C junction rise above ambient - acceptable for industrial temperatures but should be validated against the end-product enclosure thermal envelope. Avoid sealing the SoC under a heatsink without verifying airflow.
Use a dedicated PMIC such as the NXP PF3000 or PF8100 to sequence the i.MX 7Solo's multiple voltage rails (VDD_ARM, VDD_SOC, VDD_DRAM, VDD_PERIPH). Power-rail sequencing is mandatory to prevent latch-up; refer to the i.MX 7 datasheet section on power-up timing. Add 22 uF + 100 nF decoupling within 5 mm of each BGA power pin pair, and a bulk 47 uF tantalum near the PMIC output.
Do not omit the 32.768 kHz external crystal on the RTC_XTAL pins - the i.MX 7 needs this for low-power sleep modes and RTC accuracy. Boot configuration via the BOOT_MODE pins must be set correctly before POR; a wrong strap state can brick the board into an unrecoverable mode unless HAB keys are properly fused. Always verify boot mode with a logic analyzer on first prototypes.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and REACH compliant per NXP product page. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a consumer/industrial-grade SoC, not an automotive qualified part. Refer to NXP Product Longevity Program for 10-15 year supply commitment relevant to industrial and medical designs.
