NXP Semiconductors i.MX 6 Processors

NXP Semiconductors i.MX 6 Processors feature a scalable multicore platform that includes single-, dual-, and quad-core families based on the Arm® Cortex®-A9 architecture for next-generation consumer, industrial, and automotive applications. The i.MX 6 processors are part of NXP’s EdgeVerse™ edge computing platform. By combining the power-efficient processing capabilities of the Arm Cortex-A9 architecture with leading-edge 3D and 2D graphics, as well as high-definition video, NXP i.MX 6 Processors provide superior multimedia performance.

Features

Scalable single-, dual- and quad-core offerings based on Arm Cortex-A9 up to 1.2GHz, with ARMv7™, Neon, VFPv3, and Trustzone support
32KB instruction and data L1 caches and 256KB to 1MB of L2 cache
Multi-stream-capable HD video engine delivering 1080p60 decode, 1080p30 encode and 3D video playback in HD in high-performance families
Superior 3D graphics performance with up to quad shaders performing 200Mt/s and OpenCL support
Integrated market-specific I/Os, which may include HDMI v1.4 with integrated PHY, SD3.0, multiple USB 2.0 ports with integrated PHY, Gigabit Ethernet with integrated PHY, SATA-II with integrated PHY, PCI Express® with integrated PHY, MIPI CSI, MIPI DSI, MIPI HSI, and FlexCAN for automotive applications

Separate 2D and/or Vertex acceleration engines for an optimal user interface experience
Stereoscopic image sensor support for 3D imaging
Comprehensive security features include cryptographic accelerators, high-assurance boot, and tamper protection
Optional integration of an EPD display controller for e-readers and similar applications
Pin (except for i.MX 6SoloLite) and software compatible single-, dual and quad-core families enable easy design of a broad portfolio of next-generation products
Ultra-realistic 3D gaming and richer user interfaces enabled by an integrated 3D graphics engine in high-performance families
Aggressive power management enables HD multi-stream video playback in high-performance families
Highly integrated family with a broad range of integrated I/Os to reduce design complexity and time to market