MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 - i.MX7D 1GHz Dual Cortex-A7 MPU | NXP
料号： MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 ✓ 量产中MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 概述
An i.MX application processor is a heterogeneous multi-core SoC that combines Cortex-A application cores with Cortex-M real-time cores, targeting low-power connected embedded systems. The i.MX 7Dual sits in NXP's MPU taxonomy between i.MX 6 (single/quad Cortex-A9) and i.MX 8M (Cortex-A53), specifically engineered for power-efficient HMI, IoT gateways, and industrial control products requiring deterministic real-time response.
Key features include dual Cortex-A7 cores up to 1 GHz, one Cortex-M4F core up to 200 MHz, integrated security (CAAM, secure boot, TrustZone-Way), NEON SIMD media extensions, and hardware video engines. The 488-TFBGA package provides a 12x12 mm footprint with 0.8 mm ball pitch suitable for high-density 4-layer PCBs. Dynamic voltage scaling (0.95V-1.05V core) enables low-power idle modes below 250 mW.
The architecture combines an L1 cache per core (32 KB I-cache + 32 KB D-cache per A7), a unified 512 KB L2 cache, and a 64-bit DDR3/LPDDR2/LPDDR3 memory controller. The heterogeneous topology lets the Cortex-M4F handle real-time sensor sampling while the Cortex-A7 cores run Linux for application logic, eliminating a discrete MCU in many designs.
Typical applications include IoT gateways, industrial HMI panels, POS terminals, automotive infotainment secondary displays, and wearable medical devices. The combination of PCIe, dual GbE, and dual USB OTG suits connected appliances and edge nodes that aggregate multiple sensor streams.
When designing with this device, ensure the PCB has at least 4 layers with a solid ground plane to manage the 1 GHz core's switching noise. Use NXP's validated DDR3/LPDDR3 reference layout for signal integrity and provide a dedicated 1.25V LPDDR2 termination rail. Decouple each power rail with 100 nF X7R capacitors within 2 mm of the BGA balls.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, and helps engineers evaluate the i.MX 7Dual for power-constrained connected embedded designs.
直接替换替代料： MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 ——相同封装，引脚兼容。需要 PCB 改动的不同封装料号已排除。
本系列中的变体
可与以下型号直接替换的同系列型号： MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 （相同外形与封装尺寸） ——差异在于 Core Architecture, Ethernet, Mounting Type, Package, Product Family.
MCIMX7D3DVK10SC
✅ 直接替换📋 参考替代料（不在目录中）
MCIMX7D3DVK10SD
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MCIMX7D3EVK10SC
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MCIMX7D3DVK12SC
✅ 直接替换📋 参考替代料（不在目录中）
MCIMX7S3DVK08SC
✅ 直接替换联系询价
查看数据手册 →MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 最大额定值与电气特性
| Product Family | i.MX 7Dual |
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A7 (dual) + ARM Cortex-M4F |
| Maximum A7 Frequency | 1 GHz |
| Maximum M4 Frequency | 200 MHz |
| Core Voltage | 0.95 V to 1.05 V |
| I/O Voltage | 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
| L1 Cache (per A7 core) | 32 KB I-cache + 32 KB D-cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB unified |
| DDR Memory Support | DDR3, LPDDR2, LPDDR3 (16-bit/32-bit) |
| USB Interfaces | 2x USB 2.0 OTG with integrated PHY |
| PCIe | 1x PCIe Gen 2 (single lane) |
| SD/MMC | 2x SDIO/MMC |
| Ethernet | 2x Gigabit Ethernet MAC |
| 封装 | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) |
| 安装类型 | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| 工作温度 | -40C to +105C (industrial) |
| Security Features | CAAM, secure boot, TrustZone-Way, RNG |
MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 488-tfbga (12x12 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) 引脚配置指南
MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557（488-tfbga (12x12 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) 封装）的引脚配置。 该数字 IC 包含 GPIO、通信接口（UART、SPI、I2C）和电源引脚。请参阅制造商数据手册以了解复用引脚功能和配置选项。对嵌入式系统设计和 PCB 布局至关重要。
暂无详细引脚数据： MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557.
请参阅 数据手册 以查看完整引脚配置。
典型应用
MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 适用于 6 应用s: Industrial IoT Gateways, Human-Machine Interface Panels, Automotive Infotainment Secondary Displays, Portable Medical Devices, Smart Home and Building Automation, Point-of-Sale Terminals.
Industrial IoT Gateways
The MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557's dual Cortex-A7 at 1 GHz plus the Cortex-M4F real-time co-processor makes it ideal for industrial IoT gateways aggregating multiple protocol streams. With 2x Gigabit Ethernet, 2x USB 2.0 OTG, and PCIe Gen 2, the SoC connects downstream Modbus, PROFINET, or EtherCAT sensor networks and upstream to cloud services via Wi-Fi/5G modems. The M4F core handles deterministic sensor sampling and actuator control at sub-millisecond latency while the A7 cores run Linux for protocol translation, edge analytics, and MQTT publish to AWS IoT Core or Azure IoT Hub. Power consumption below 250 mW in idle state enables fanless enclosures for DIN-rail mounting in factories where ambient temperatures reach 70 C.
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Human-Machine Interface Panels
For industrial HMI panels with 7-15 inch touchscreens, the MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 delivers sufficient compute for Qt/QML-based UIs while maintaining under 5 W system power. The Cortex-A7 cores run Linux with Weston/Wayland compositors driving LVDS or parallel RGB displays up to WXGA resolution, while the M4F handles capacitive touch controller interrupts with sub-5 ms response time for industrial-grade touch feedback. The integrated 2D GPU (Vivante GC320T) accelerates UI rendering without external graphics hardware. Two SDIO/MMC interfaces support eMMC 5.0 storage plus an optional SD card slot for field-upgradable firmware, critical for factory automation panels requiring decades-long serviceability.
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Automotive Infotainment Secondary Displays
The MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 powers rear-seat entertainment and instrument cluster secondary displays in automotive cabins where its Cortex-A7 efficiency outperforms Cortex-A9 alternatives. Dual CAN-FD interfaces (via software-implemented peripherals plus external transceivers) and 2x Ethernet MACs support modern vehicle network architectures. The heterogeneous A7+M4 architecture lets the M4F handle real-time CAN message debouncing and cluster gauge updates at deterministic 60 Hz while the A7 cores run Android Automotive or Linux for navigation, media playback, and HUD projection. Industrial-spec -40C to +105C operation suits cabin electronics environments, though for safety-critical clusters the i.MX 8M with lockstep cores is preferred.
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Portable Medical Devices
Battery-powered medical devices such as portable ultrasound, infusion pumps, and patient monitors benefit from the MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557's sub-250 mW idle power and heterogeneous processing. The Cortex-M4F core handles real-time vital-sign sampling (ECG at 360 Hz, SpO2 photoplethysmography) with deterministic latency while the Cortex-A7 cores run embedded Linux for the touch UI, DICOM image processing, and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity to hospital networks. Integrated security (CAAM, secure boot, TrustZone-Way) supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for electronic records and HIPAA data protection. The 488-TFBGA package's 12x12 mm footprint fits compact handheld form factors requiring 8+ hour battery life per charge.
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Smart Home and Building Automation
Connected smart home hubs and building automation controllers leverage the MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557's rich connectivity: 2x GbE for wired backhaul, 2x USB OTG for Zigbee/Z-Wave dongles, PCIe for Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth combo modules, and SDIO for local storage. Linux runs Matter/Thread border router software and cloud integration on the A7 cores while the M4F manages real-time HVAC control loops and occupancy sensor fusion. The SoC's low idle power (under 250 mW) suits always-on gateways that must run continuously without raising electricity costs. Hardware security (CAAM crypto accelerator, secure boot) protects TLS keys and prevents firmware tampering in deployed building systems.
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Point-of-Sale Terminals
POS terminals require the MCIMX30062 platform's balance of compute, connectivity, and security that the MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 delivers. The dual A7 cores run Android for touchscreen POS applications and payment processing, while the M4F handles encrypted PIN pad communication, MSR/card reader polling, and thermal printer stepper motor control at deterministic rates. PCIe supports NFC contactless readers, USB OTG connects to barcode scanners and cash drawers, and dual Ethernet enables IP-based payment terminals and inventory network connectivity. Hardware CAAM encryption secures cardholder data at rest and in transit, supporting PCI PTS 5.x certification paths for payment terminals.
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推荐产品汇总
工程参考数据： MCIMX7D3DVK10SC557 ——对比、设计指导和合规信息。
选型指南
与替代料对比
| 参数 | 本产品 | MCIMX7D3DVK10SC | MCIMX7D3DVK10SD | MCIMX7D3EVK10SC | MCIMX7D3DVK12SC | MCIMX7S3DVK08SC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | 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 | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) - same | 488-TFBGA (12x12 mm) - same |
| Core Architecture | Dual Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F | Dual Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F | Dual Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F | Dual Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F | Dual Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F | Single Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M4F |
| Max A7 Frequency | 1.0 GHz | 1.0 GHz | 1.0 GHz | 1.0 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 0.8 GHz |
| M4F Co-processor | Yes (200 MHz) | Yes (200 MHz) | Yes (200 MHz) | Yes (200 MHz) | Yes (200 MHz) | Yes (200 MHz) |
| USB 2.0 OTG | 2 ports | 2 ports | 2 ports | 2 ports | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| Gigabit Ethernet | 2 MACs | 2 MACs | 2 MACs | 2 MACs | 2 MACs | 2 MACs |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C |
关键差异点
- Heterogeneous A7 + M4F architecture for real-time + application processing （对比 TI AM437x Sitara)
- Sub-250 mW idle power for energy-efficient always-on operation （对比 i.MX 6SoloX (MCIMX6X1EVK10AB))
- Integrated 2D GPU for HMI rendering without external graphics hardware （对比 Microchip ATSAMA5D27)
设计说明
The 488-TFBGA package with 0.8 mm pitch requires a 4-layer minimum PCB stack-up with a continuous ground plane on layer 2 directly beneath the BGA. Per NXP hardware design guide, place 100 nF X7R decoupling capacitors within 2 mm of every power ball, and dedicate at least one 10uF bulk capacitor per power domain. Escape routing must use 0.1 mm traces with 5 ms via-in-pad micro-vias; ENIG surface finish is mandatory for the BGA pads to ensure reliable solder joint formation during reflow.
At peak dual-core A7 load (1 GHz, 1.05V), the SoC dissipates approximately 1.5 W. With the 488-TFBGA's typical theta-JA of 20 C/W in still air and 4-layer PCB, junction temperature rises 30C above ambient. For fanless industrial enclosures reaching 70C ambient, total junction temperature approaches 100C, approaching the 105C industrial limit. Place a thermal pad or coin-sized heatsink on the top of the BGA connected via thermal vias to the inner ground plane for sustained high-load applications.
DDR3/LPDDR3 routing must follow NXP's validated reference layout to meet signal-integrity timing. Do not place the i.MX 7Dual's PCIe or USB 2.0 signals near the DDR data lanes; keep at least 4x trace-width spacing. The PMIC (PCA9450) power-up sequence is critical: ARM core voltage must ramp before SoC I/O voltage to prevent latch-up. Failure to follow the sequence can permanently damage the silicon. Always check chapter 9 of the i.MX 7Dual reference manual for the exact power rail timing diagram.
合规信息
RoHS and REACH compliant per NXP product declaration. Industrial temperature grade -40C to +105C. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive applications consider i.MX 8M or NXP's automotive-grade S32K3 MPU family.
