MC9328MXSVP10 - i.MXS ARM920T MPU 100MHz MAPBGA-225 | NXP
MPN: MC9328MXSVP10 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $11.3 | $11.30 |
| 10 | $10.5 | $105.00 |
| 100 | $9.45 | $945.00 |
| 500 | $8.65 | $4,325.00 |
| 1,000 | $7.95 | $7,950.00 |
MC9328MXSVP10 Overview
An applications processor is a highly integrated system-on-chip that combines a CPU core (here ARM920T, an ARM9-family implementation), memory interfaces, display and connectivity controllers, and power-management logic. Applications processors sit between microcontrollers (which emphasise on-chip flash and deterministic real-time control) and full application processors used in tablets and smartphones (which add high-speed multimedia and external DRAM). Within the broader taxonomy, this part is a microprocessor IC > microprocessor > MPU > applications processor > semiconductor.
Key features include a 100 MHz ARM920T core with a 32-bit data bus, an integrated LCD controller for direct glass drive, a USB device controller, and power-saving modes for low standby consumption. The "V" in the part number indicates a commercial temperature grade, while the "P10" speed designator confirms the 100 MHz top frequency. Supply voltage spans 1.7V to 3.3V across the analog/digital and I/O rails.
The part is the "Corsica" derivative of the i.MX family - a reduced-feature member designed specifically to support the .NET Micro Framework. Compared with the higher-tier i.MXL and i.MX1 members, the i.MXS drops the multimedia accelerator and some high-bandwidth peripherals but retains the LCD controller and USB device, which keeps power and BOM cost low for cost-sensitive HMI designs. The MAPBGA-225 package exposes the full bus and peripheral set while remaining reflow-compatible with standard lead-free assembly lines.
Typical applications include remote controls, home-automation panels, point-of-sale terminals, HMI panels, and industrial controllers requiring a small footprint and an integrated display interface. The LCD controller reduces the need for an external graphics controller, while the USB device port enables direct PC or host connectivity for firmware updates and data exchange.
When designing with the MC9328MXSVP10, pay attention to PCB stack-up and via-in-pad escape routing for the MAPBGA-225 footprint - the 0.8 mm pitch demands 4 or 6-layer boards with microvias. Provide separate analog and digital supply decoupling and respect the I/O voltage sequencing rules documented in the NXP datasheet to avoid latch-up.
This page synthesises distributor stock, pricing, drop-in i.MXS-family alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for MC9328MXSVP10 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MC9328MXSVP10 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Integrated LCD Controller, Package Type, RoHS Status.
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MC9328MXSVP10 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | ARM920T (ARM9 family) |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Instruction Set Architecture | RISC |
| Family | i.MXS (MX family, "Corsica" reduced-feature) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.7 V to 3.3 V |
| Package Type | MAPBGA-225 (LFBGA-225) |
| Package Size | 13 x 13 mm |
| Ball Pitch | 0.80 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Integrated LCD Controller | Yes |
| Integrated USB Device | Yes |
| Operating Temperature Grade | Commercial |
| RoHS Status | RoHS Compliant (per Digchip package attribute) |
MC9328MXSVP10 Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | VDD — Core supply |
| Pin A13 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin B5 | LCD_DATA0 — LCD data bus bit 0 |
| Pin B9 | LCD_DATA8 — LCD data bus bit 8 |
| Pin C3 | USB_DP — USB device D+ |
| Pin C11 | USB_DM — USB device D- |
| Pin D7 | JTAG_TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin E2 | OSC_IN — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin E12 | OSC_OUT — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin F4 | RESET_IN — System reset input |
Typical Applications
MC9328MXSVP10 is suitable for 6 applications: Remote Control HMI, Home Automation Panels, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Industrial HMI Panels, Portable Medical Devices, Embedded .NET Micro Framework Products.
Remote Control HMI
The MC9328MXSVP10 fits remote-control HMI designs because its ARM920T core at 100 MHz provides enough compute for menu rendering, IR protocol stack, and button debouncing while the integrated LCD controller drives a segment or dot-matrix display directly. Unlike higher-tier i.MX parts, the i.MXS 'Corsica' omits multimedia hardware to keep standby power low, which is critical for battery-powered remotes. The USB device port enables firmware updates over a standard mini-USB cable without an external programmer.
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Home Automation Panels
For wall-mounted home-automation touch panels, the MC9328MXSVP10 combines a 100 MHz ARM9 core with an on-chip LCD controller, eliminating the need for a separate graphics controller and reducing BOM cost. The 1.7-3.3 V supply range simplifies power-tree design with a single 3.3 V rail plus an internal LDO. Compared with newer i.MX RT crossover parts, this i.MXS variant has the advantage of mature .NET Micro Framework support, shortening firmware development for established vendor ecosystems.
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Point-of-Sale Terminals
Compact point-of-sale terminals benefit from the MC9328MXSVP10's integrated LCD controller and USB device port, which together drive a small customer-facing display and connect to a host cash-register system without external bridging ICs. The ARM920T core at 100 MHz runs TCP/IP stacks, payment-terminal middleware, and a graphical UI concurrently. The MAPBGA-225 footprint is reflow-compatible with standard lead-free lines used in commercial POS manufacturing, simplifying assembly versus fine-pitch QFP alternatives.
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Industrial HMI Panels
Industrial HMI panels use the MC9328MXSVP10 to drive TFT or STN LCDs directly via the on-chip controller, supporting resolutions typical of 3.5" to 5.7" panels used on factory-floor operator stations. The 100 MHz ARM920T is sufficient for ladder-logic visualisation, alarm handling, and Modbus/TCP comms. Operating from 1.7-3.3 V lets designers reuse existing 3.3 V industrial rails without additional level shifters, which reduces PCB complexity in DIN-rail mounted enclosures.
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Portable Medical Devices
Handheld medical devices such as patient-id tablets and bedside input pads leverage the MC9328MXSVP10's small MAPBGA-225 footprint and low standby current to extend battery life. The integrated LCD controller removes a companion graphics chip, saving board area inside compact enclosures. The ARM920T core runs .NET Micro Framework firmware stacks that have IEC-62304 traceability already established for similar designs, which simplifies regulatory submission versus adopting a brand-new processor family.
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Embedded .NET Micro Framework Products
The MC9328MXSVP10 was specifically designed as the reference platform for .NET Micro Framework embedded applications, which is why the i.MXS 'Corsica' variant strips non-essential peripherals. Developers targeting NETMF benefit from a tightly integrated toolchain, pre-ported drivers, and reference firmware images that accelerate prototyping. The 100 MHz ARM920T with its on-chip LCD and USB device covers the typical NETMF use cases - small HMI, sensor hub, and connected appliance - without the cost overhead of i.MX1 or i.MXL.
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Engineering reference data for MC9328MXSVP10 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9328MXSDVP10 | MC9328MXLVKP15 | MC9328MXSVP15 | MC9328MX1VM | MC9328MXLDVM15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) | MAPBGA-225 (13x13) |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Family | i.MXS (Corsica) | i.MXS | i.MXL | i.MXS | i.MX1 | i.MXL |
| Max Clock Frequency | 100 MHz | 100 MHz | 150 MHz | 100 MHz | 200 MHz | 150 MHz |
| Core | ARM920T | ARM920T | ARM920T | ARM920T | ARM920T | ARM920T |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit | 32-bit |
| Integrated LCD Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated USB Device | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
| Target Application | .NET Micro Framework / small HMI | .NET Micro Framework / small HMI | Multimedia-enabled HMI | .NET Micro Framework / small HMI | Multimedia-enabled HMI | Multimedia-enabled HMI |
Key Differentiators
- Reduced-feature Corsica silicon tailored for .NET Micro Framework (vs MC9328MX1VM (i.MX1))
- Lower top frequency suited to power-sensitive HMI (vs MC9328MXLVKP15 (i.MXL 150 MHz))
- Mature .NET Micro Framework firmware ecosystem (vs MC9328MXLDVM15 (i.MXL D variant))
Design Notes
The MAPBGA-225 footprint with 0.80 mm pitch demands a 4- or 6-layer PCB stack-up with via-in-pad microvias to escape the inner-row balls. Plan for controlled-impedance traces on the USB differential pair (90 ohm differential) and the LCD bus. Avoid placing noisy switching regulators directly beneath the BGA; their ground-bounce can couple into the ARM920T core supply.
Estimated power dissipation at 100 MHz with all peripherals enabled is roughly 0.5-0.8 W; the MAPBGA-225 thermal pad must be soldered to a continuous ground plane with thermal vias to keep junction temperature within the commercial range. Without a thermal pad connection, expect 15-20 C higher junction rise under full-load conditions.
Respect the power-sequencing rules from the NXP MC9328MXS datasheet: the analog supply (AVDD) must ramp before or with the digital core supply (VDD), and reset must be held low until both rails stabilise. Violating this sequence can trigger latch-up or permanent damage. Also, the JTAG pins are multiplexed with GPIO on some package revisions - confirm with the latest revision of the datasheet before assigning them in firmware.
Keep the 32-bit external memory bus traces length-matched to within +/- 2 mm to preserve signal integrity at 100 MHz. The USB DP/DM pair requires 90 ohm differential impedance and a common-mode choke for FCC/CE compliance; place the ESD protection array within 3 mm of the USB connector. The LCD data and control lines should be routed on the opposite side of the PCB from the memory bus to avoid crosstalk.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliance per Digchip package attribute ("ROHS COMPLIANT, PLASTIC, MAPBGA-225"). REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-mineral declarations not available in the verified web data - set to unknown.
