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i.MX 8M Plus (MIMX8ML8CVNKZAB)

i.MX 8M Plus (MIMX8ML8CVNKZAB)

MPN: MIMX8ML8CVNKZAB
NXP USA Inc.
ARM® Cortex®-A53 Microprocessor IC i.MX8ML 4 Core, 64-Bit 1.6GHz 548-LFBGA (15x15)
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Overview

The MIMX8ML8CVNKZAB is a powerful i.MX 8M Plus applications processor featuring four ARM Cortex-A53 cores running at 1.6GHz and an integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for edge AI acceleration. It includes a dedicated ARM Cortex-M7 co-processor for real-time tasks, a HiFi4 DSP for audio processing, and an Image Signal Processor (ISP) for advanced vision applications.

Why Choose This Part

This SoC provides a unique combination of high-performance compute and low-power efficiency, supported by a rich set of high-speed interfaces including PCIe Gen3 and USB 3.0. Its integrated hardware acceleration for video (VPU) and machine learning (NPU) offloads the main CPU cores, allowing for sophisticated multimedia applications within a 548-LFBGA footprint.

Applications

Edge AI and Machine Learning
Utilizing the integrated NPU for real-time object detection, face recognition, and speech processing at the edge.
Industrial Automation
Leveraging dual Gigabit Ethernet with TSN (Time-Sensitive Networking) and CAN-FD for reliable industrial control systems.
Professional Audio and Voice
Using the HiFi4 DSP and multiple I2S interfaces to handle high-fidelity audio processing and voice-controlled interfaces.
Advanced Vision Systems
Connecting dual MIPI-CSI cameras to the internal ISP for high-definition video surveillance or robotic vision.

Key Specifications

USB USB 2.0 + PHY (2), USB 3.0 + PHY (2)
Speed 1.6GHz
Ethernet GbE (2)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Core Processor ARM Cortex-A53
Package / Case 548-LFBGA
RAM Controllers DDR4, LPDDR4
Co-Processors/DSP ARM Cortex-M7, Multimedia; NEON MPE, Hi-Fi4 DSP
Security Features ARM TZ, CAAM, RDC
Additional Interfaces CAN, I2C, PCIe, SDHC, SPI, UART
Graphics Acceleration Yes
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 548-LFBGA (15x15)
Number of Cores/Bus Width 4 Core, 64-Bit
Display & Interface Controllers MIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI

Getting Started

Development is typically centered around the i.MX 8M Plus Evaluation Kit (EVK) using NXP's Yocto-based Linux BSP or Android. Engineers can utilize the MCUXpresso SDK for the Cortex-M7 real-time core and the eIQ software environment for deploying machine learning models to the NPU.

Also Consider

i.MX 8M Quad NXP USA Inc. - An alternative if higher 4K video performance is required but the dedicated NPU and ISP are not necessary.
Sitara AM6254 TITexas Instruments - A competing quad-core Cortex-A53 processor with integrated 3D GPU and strong industrial peripheral support.