Transforming interactions in ways youve never imagined i.MX 8M Mini Applications Processor The i.MX 8M Mini applications processor blends advanced processing capabilities with sophisticated audio, video, and graphics to deliver low-power and high-performing solutions for embedded consumer and industrial applications. TARGET APPLICATIONS i.MX 8M MINI BLOCK DIAGRAM General purpose human machine interface (HMI) solutions Multimedia Core Complex 1 Core Complex 2 enabling touch, voice, graphics, video, image analytics Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) 3D GPU - 1-shader, OpenGL ES 1x Arm Cortex-M4 core 2.0, Open VG 1.1 and vision 16 KB L1 I-cache 16 KB L1 D-cache 1x/2x/4x Arm Cortex-A53 cores 2D GPU - BitBlt and 256 KB TCM (SRAM) Composition Engine 32 KB L1 I-cache 32 KB L1 D-cache Streaming video devices two-way video conferencing, NEON FPU Video Processing Unit (VPU) Connectivity & I/O video doorbell and surveillance, digital signage, machine 1080p60 HEVC/H.265, 512 KB L2 Cache H.264, VP9, VP8 Decoder 1x PCIe 2.0 with l1 substates (1-lane) visual inspection Security 2x USB2.0 Dual Role and PHY 1080p60 H.264, VP8 Encoder HAB, SRTC, SJTAG, TrustZone Display Controller 1x Gb Ethernet Streaming audio devices surround sound, wireless or AES256, RSA 4096, SHA-256, 3DES, (with IEEE 1588, EEE & AVB support) DES, Elliptic Curve (ECC), ARC4, MD5 Display support up to 1080p networked speakers, soundbars, audio/video (AV) receivers, 4x UART 5Mbps Secure Real Time Clock (RTC) 2 4x I C public address systems eFuse Key Storage Display and Camera I/O 3x SPI True Random Number Generator (RNG) 1x MIPI-DSI (4-lanes) Voice control and voice assistants, with reference designs 4x PWM 32 KB Secure RAM 1x MIPI-CSI (4-lanes) for homes or noisy industrial environments External Memory System Control Audio I/O 2x Smart DMA x32/x16 LPDDR4/DDR4/DDR3L 2 20x I S Up to 3000 MTps PERFORMANCE AND VERSATILITY 6x Timer, 3x Watch Dog SPDIF Tx & Rx Boot ROM 3x SDIO3.0/eMMC5.1 Scalable single-, dual- or quad- Arm Cortex -A53 Resource Domain Controller DSD512 NAND CTL (SLC/MLC) - BCH62 and Cortex-M4 cores for Heterogeneous Multicore PMIC interface 8-ch. PDM Mic 1x QuadSPI (XIP) Temp Monitor/Sensor Processing (HMP) Optional Capability Arm Cortex-A53 runs up to 1.8 GHz per core, delivering outstanding system performance Delivered in advanced low-power process, the core complex is optimized for fanless operation, low thermal system cost and long battery life. The Cortex-A cores can be powered off while the Cortex-M4 subsystem performs low power, real time system monitoring. Flexible memory options to address system needs Offers high-speed LPDDR4 memory interface for the highest performance and lowest standby power, or DDR4 and DDR3L interfaces for lowest system costi.MX 8M MINIDIFFERENTIATED FEATURES All the high-speed interfaces you need for flexible connectivity Feature i.MX 8M Mini i.MX 8M Mini Lite Arm Core 1x or 2x or 4x Cortex-A53 Two USB 2.0 interfaces with PHY Arm Core 1x Cortex-M4F Three SDIO interfaces provides boot source, expandable DDR Interface x32 LPDDR4/DDR4/DDR3L storage, and connectivity options 2 20x I S, 32-bit up to 384KHz with DSD512 and TDM Audio support, 8-ch PDM microphone inputs PCIe interface with L1 substates for fast wakeup and low GPU 2D and 3D Graphics power Video Decode 1080p60 H.265, H.264, n/a MIPI-DSI (4-lane) display interface Acceleration VP8, VP9 Video Encode MIPI-CSI (4-lane) camera interface 1080p60 H.264, VP8 n/a Acceleration Gigabit Ethernet MAC with Audio Video Bridging (AVB) Display 1x MIPI-DSI 1x MIPI-DSI and IEEE capability Camera 1x MIPI-CSI 1x MIPI-CSI Connectivity 1x PCIe 2.0, 3x SDIO/eMMC, 2x USB 2.0, 1x GbE ADVANCED VIDEO AND AUDIO FOR MEDIA IOT DEVICES SYSTEM SCALABILITY AND DESIGN FOR OPTIMIZATION Full duplex 1080p video Pin compatible package options provide design flexibility Independent hardware video encode and decode engines deliver low-power, high-quality 1080p video for a variety Scale up and down the product line-up through a pin- of video-enabled applications such as video calling, compatible package option that enables you to future- monitoring and streaming. Supports latest standards such proof your design. Design your single PCB platform with as HEVC (H.265*) and VP9* and H.264 and VP8. build options that use different i.MX 8M Mini applications processors to meet your product needs. Pro-level audio for embedded applications Build options include choice of quad-, dual-, or single-core Up to 20 audio channels enabled on a price-competitive Cortex-A53 processors, Cortex-A53 operating frequency, embedded applications processor. It brings DSD512 and and 1080p video performance. TDM audio and a game-changing selection of advanced audio streaming interfaces into the next generation of Expert package design enable system design simplification connected speakers, soundbars and AV receivers. Bring pro- Our expert engineers have defined package options that level audio to your embedded consumer or industrial design. simplify your hardware design and provide overall system * H.265 and VP9 video decode only. cost benefit depending on the application. Reference THE NEW HMI: VIDEO, VOICE, MACHINE VISION, AI hardware designs are available to help get you started fast. Rich display with video capabilities Comprehensive software support Up to 1080p60 resolution on the MIPI-DSI (4-lanes) interface Android, Linux , FreeRTOS and partner commercial with independent 2D and 3D GPU engines work effectively operating systems. Benefit from extensive years of BSP and efficiently to enable high quality visual user experience. development on i.MX applications processors from NXP and its partners. Playback the latest video standards up to 1080p resolution using H.264, H.265 and VP9 (for YouTube) codecs, using Industrial and consumer qualified low-power hardware acceleration. Industrial (-40 C to 105 C Tj) device options to support Bring voice control to the edge always-on applications operating in harsh environments. For more cost-sensitive, higher-performing applications, Your design can leverage the latest voice control consumer device options are available (0 C to 95 C Tj, capabilities. Software solutions support reliable voice faster core operating speeds). control in noisy environment without a DSP. Machine vision GET STARTED NOW The MIPI-CSI interface allows you to connect a camera and The i.MX 8M Mini silicon is available for your next design. Get perform imaging based inspection of products and services. started now with EVKs, samples, software and documentation. This can enable data collection for analysis, learning and Available today at www.nxp.com/iMX8Mmini. automation of commercial or industrial systems. www.nxp.com/iMX8Mmini NXP, the NXP logo and SafeAssure are trademarks of NXP B.V. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. Arm, Cortex and TrustZone are registered trademarks of Arm Limited (or its subsidiaries) in the EU and/or elsewhere. All rights reserved. 2019 NXP B.V. Document Number: IMX8MMINIFS REV 1