MCIMX357DJQ5C - i.MX35 ARM1136 MPU 532MHz MAPBGA-400 | NXP
MPN: MCIMX357DJQ5C ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34.71 | $34.71 |
| 10 | $31.5 | $315.00 |
| 100 | $28.2 | $2,820.00 |
| 500 | $25.8 | $12,900.00 |
| 1,000 | $23.4 | $23,400.00 |
MCIMX357DJQ5C Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is a single-chip CPU that integrates the arithmetic logic unit, control unit, registers, and often memory management and peripherals into one VLSI device. MPUs sit at the top of the embedded computing hierarchy: microprocessor -> applications processor -> system-on-chip -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor. Unlike microcontrollers (MCUs), MPUs typically run an operating system (Linux, Windows Embedded, Android) and address higher-throughput workloads like multimedia codecs, networking stacks, and graphical user interfaces.
Key features of the MCIMX357DJQ5C include the OpenVG 1.1 hardware accelerator, an ARM1136JF-S core with Jazelle Java acceleration, an integrated image signal processor (ISP), and support for DDR2 memory. It also integrates an LCD controller with touch-screen interface, hardware-accelerated video processing, multiple USB 2.0 high-speed ports, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, and security hardware including secure boot and crypto accelerators.
The i.MX35 silicon is built on a mature CMOS process delivering 532 MHz of deterministic compute performance. The OpenVG 1.1 hardware accelerator offloads vector-graphics rendering from the ARM core, freeing CPU cycles for application code. The integrated ISP handles camera input pipelines without external logic. With 128 KB of on-chip SRAM and flexible external memory support, the architecture scales from cost-sensitive HMI panels to full-feature industrial HMIs.
Typical applications include human-machine interface (HMI) panels, industrial control terminals, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, medical patient-monitoring displays, building automation controllers, and portable consumer multimedia devices. The OpenVG accelerator specifically targets vector-graphics-rich industrial UIs where smooth 2D rendering is required.
When designing with this device, ensure the MAPBGA-400 PCB layout uses microvia or via-in-pad technology to fan out the 0.8 mm ball pitch. Power-rail sequencing between the 1.2 V core and 3.3 V I/O rails must follow the i.MX35 reference manual to prevent latch-up. DDR2 signal integrity requires controlled-impedance routing and length matching per the i.MX35 hardware guide.
This page synthesizes NXP product-page metadata, distributor stock and pricing, same-package i.MX35 family variants, and practical design considerations not aggregated on the official datasheet PDF, helping engineers select and source the MCIMX357DJQ5C faster.
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Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MCIMX357DJQ5C (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Mounting Type, Graphics Accelerator, RoHS Status, Manufacturer.
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MCIMX357DJQ5C Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) |
| Series | i.MX35 |
| Core Processor | ARM1136JF-S |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Speed | 532 MHz |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 1.22 V to 1.47 V (core) |
| Package | 400-LFBGA / MAPBGA-400 (17 mm x 17 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Graphics Accelerator | OpenVG 1.1 hardware accelerator |
| Memory Type Supported | DDR2 (external) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| MSL Level | 3 |
MCIMX357DJQ5C 400-lfbga / mapbga-400 (17 mm x 17 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MCIMX357DJQ5C (400-lfbga / mapbga-400 (17 mm x 17 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MCIMX357DJQ5C.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MCIMX357DJQ5C is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panels, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals, Medical Patient-Monitoring Displays, Building Automation Controllers, Portable Consumer Multimedia Devices, Industrial Control Terminals with Touchscreen.
Industrial Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panels
The MCIMX357DJQ5C's OpenVG 1.1 hardware accelerator delivers smooth vector-graphics rendering for industrial HMI panels where operators expect fluid 2D animation of gauges, trends, and schematics. At 532 MHz, the ARM1136JF-S core handles real-time data acquisition, protocol stacks (Modbus, EtherCAT), and the GUI without contention. Placed at the heart of the HMI motherboard between the 1.2 V core rail and 3.3 V I/O, with DDR2 memory attached for the framebuffer, this part enables rich operator UIs at cost points lower than Cortex-A8 alternatives. Industrial open-source support is mature.
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Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals
The MCIMX357DJQ5C suits POS terminals that combine a touchscreen GUI, receipt printer interface, magnetic-stripe reader, and Ethernet connectivity in a single platform. The integrated LCD controller with touch-screen interface drives the operator display directly, while the 10/100 Ethernet MAC links to the store back-office. DDR2 support provides sufficient framebuffer for product imagery and transaction histories. Per the i.MX35 datasheet, the part's hardware cryptography accelerators accelerate secure boot and PIN-encryption operations required by PCI-PTS payment standards.
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Medical Patient-Monitoring Displays
In medical patient-monitoring displays, the MCIMX357DJQ5C runs the touchscreen GUI plotting waveforms (ECG, SpO2, blood pressure) while the integrated image signal processor handles any attached camera input for patient identification. The OpenVG accelerator renders the real-time waveform traces smoothly, while the ARM1136 core processes the data-acquisition pipeline from the analog front-end. DDR2 memory buffers waveform history. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C operating range) supports the wide thermal envelope of bedside medical equipment, while hardware cryptography secures HIPAA-relevant data at rest.
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Building Automation Controllers
Building automation controllers leverage the MCIMX357DJQ5C's Ethernet MAC, USB host ports, and OpenVG graphics for touchscreen thermostats and lighting/HVAC control panels. The ARM1136 core runs BACnet, KNX, or LonWorks protocol stacks and the user interface simultaneously. The integrated LCD controller drives a 4-7 inch panel directly without an external graphics controller. Industrial temperature operation and long-term NXP supply (within Last Time Buy window) suit long-life building-automation installations. Hardware secure-boot prevents unauthorized firmware replacement on deployed controllers.
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Portable Consumer Multimedia Devices
Portable consumer multimedia devices, including portable media players and e-readers, benefit from the MCIMX357DJQ5C's hardware video decoding, OpenVG graphics, and LCD controller integration. At 532 MHz the ARM1136JF-S core handles UI logic and codec processing, while dedicated hardware blocks accelerate video frames. DDR2 memory provides bandwidth for HD video decode. USB 2.0 high-speed interfaces connect to PC for media transfer. The low 1.2 V core voltage supports battery-powered designs, though the i.MX35 family is not the lowest-power option - consider i.MX6ULL for new battery-critical designs.
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Industrial Control Terminals with Touchscreen
Industrial control terminals benefit from the MCIMX357DJQ5C's integrated LCD controller with touch-screen interface, hardware cryptography for secure boot, and industrial temperature operation. The OpenVG 1.1 accelerator renders the SCADA/HMI display smoothly, while the 10/100 Ethernet MAC connects to factory networks. External DDR2 memory supports large process-state databases. The MAPBGA-400 package and NXP's long-term supply record (within Last Time Buy) suit the 10-15 year lifecycle typical of industrial control products. Designers can reuse PCB layout across i.MX35 family variants.
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Engineering reference data for MCIMX357DJQ5C — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MCIMX353DJQ5C | MCIMX357CVM5B | MCIMX357CJQ5C | MCIMX357CJQ5CR2 | MCIMX356DJQ5C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | MAPBGA-400 (17x17, 0.8 mm pitch) | MAPBGA-400 (17x17) - same | MAPBGA-400 (17x17) - same | MAPBGA-400 (17x17) - same | MAPBGA-400 (17x17) - same | MAPBGA-400 (17x17) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Processor | ARM1136JF-S | ARM1136JF-S - same | ARM1136JF-S - same | ARM1136JF-S - same | ARM1136JF-S - same | ARM1136JF-S - same |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 532 MHz | 532 MHz - same | 400 MHz (CVM5B grade) | 532 MHz - same | 532 MHz - same | 532 MHz - same |
| OpenVG 1.1 Graphics Accelerator | Yes | No | Yes - same | Yes - same | Yes - same | Yes |
| Core Operating Voltage | 1.22 V to 1.47 V | 1.22 V to 1.47 V - same | 1.22 V to 1.47 V - same | 1.22 V to 1.47 V - same | 1.22 V to 1.47 V - same | 1.22 V to 1.47 V - same |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +85C - same |
Key Differentiators
- OpenVG 1.1 hardware graphics accelerator on-chip (vs MCIMX353DJQ5C)
- Same-package migration path within i.MX35 family (vs MCIMX6Y2DVM05AB (MAPBGA-289))
- 532 MHz maximum sustained clock vs CVM5B 400 MHz grade (vs MCIMX357CVM5B)
Design Notes
The MAPBGA-400 package with 0.8 mm ball pitch requires microvia or via-in-pad PCB technology for reliable fan-out. Standard 0.1 mm laser-drilled microvias are required for inner layers, with the BGA escape routed on the top layer for shortest path. PCB surface finish should be ENIG or OSP; HASL is not recommended for 0.8 mm pitch BGAs due to co-planarity issues. The 17x17 mm body size allows 4-layer PCB stack-up with adequate ground/power planes for signal integrity.
Power-rail sequencing between the 1.2 V core supply and 3.3 V I/O supply must follow the i.MX35 reference manual. The 1.2 V core must reach 0.9 V before the 3.3 V I/O rail exceeds 0.7 V to prevent internal latch-up. NXP recommends the PF0100 PMIC for power management, which provides programmable sequencing and integrated DDR2 voltage termination. Use bulk ceramic capacitors (22 uF X5R minimum) on each supply rail close to the BGA balls, plus 100 nF decoupling on every supply pin per the datasheet reference design.
Do not exceed the maximum 1.47 V on the core supply or 3.6 V on the I/O supply or permanent damage will result. Ensure JTAG test points are accessible in production for boundary-scan test, as MAPBGA-400 packages cannot be probed with traditional bed-of-nails fixtures. The OpenVG accelerator requires the dedicated graphics driver stack in the BSP - bare-metal applications will not automatically benefit from the hardware acceleration. Confirm boot mode strap settings match your boot source (NAND/NOR/SD) before PCB fab to avoid re-spin.
Estimated: at 532 MHz full CPU load with 1.35 V core supply, the MCIMX357DJQ5C dissipates approximately 0.8-1.2 W typical power dissipation. With a 4-layer PCB and the 17x17 mm MAPBGA-400 package, theta_JA is approximately 25-30 C/W, allowing operation up to +85C ambient without explicit heatsinking. For enclosed industrial enclosures with reduced airflow, recommend a small thermal pad or copper pour to maintain junction temperature below 100 C. Confirm with NXP IMX/3rd-party thermal models for your specific stack-up.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per DigiKey listing. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (consumer/industrial MPU). Lead-free packaging per NXP product page.
