i.MX 8M Mini System-on-Module
Arm® Quad Core Processor

8M Mini/Nano SoM
Bottom of 8M mini/nano SoM
  • High-performance multimedia & processing
  • Low power consumption
  • Ultra-compact form factor:
    28mm x 38mm
The Diamond Technologies’ i.MX 8M Mini SoM is designed to deliver peak performance for cost-sensitive embedded applications. Utilizing the NXP i.MX 8M Mini processor, this SoM offers a powerful combination of high-performance multimedia processing, low power consumption, and a compact footprint making it ideal for space-constrained applications.

Built using proven SoM technology from Beacon EmbeddedWorks, the Diamond Technologies i.MX 8M Mini SoM offers reliable processing power without unnecessary complexity or cost. It’s ideal for industrial IoT, consumer electronics, and general-purpose embedded applications where affordability and streamlined integration are critical.

With up to four Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores running at 1.8 GHz, the i.MX 8M Mini SoM is well-suited for industrial IoT, consumer electronics, and general-purpose embedded applications that require dependable processing power without complex design requirements. Its small form factor and low power consumption ensure seamless integration into compact devices, helping you keep product costs low while maintaining reliable performance.

Key Features:

  • Up to four Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz for solid, reliable performance
  • Arm® Cortex®-M4 co-processor for real-time processing tasks
  • High-definition video and 3D graphics processing for multimedia applications
  • Small footprint and low power consumption for compact, energy-efficient devices
  • Standard configuration for streamlined development and reduced time to market

Processor Options

  • NXP i.MX 8M Mini processor with up to four Arm® Cortex®-A53 cores running up to 1.8 GHz, plus an Arm® Cortex®-M4 core running up to 400 MHz, GPU (GCNanoUltra + GC320), VPU

Embedded Memory

  • Up to 8GB of 32-bit wide LPDDR4 memory
  • eMMC, configurable

Network Connectivity

  • One Ethernet 10/100/1000 MAC + PHY (1EEE1588 Optional)
  • Optional:
    • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac)
    • Bluetooth 4.2
    • BLE Support

USB

  • (2) USB 2.0 high-speed On-the-Go

Display

  • MIPI DSI (Up to 4 lanes)

Camera

  • MIPI CSI-2 (Up to 4 lanes)

Audio

  • Up to (3) synchronous audio interfaces (SAI) with support for 9 TX & 13 RX lanes
  • S/PDIF input and output
  • Up to 8 Channel Pulse Density Modulation (PDM) input

PCIe

  • 1x PCIe Gen 2.0, 1- lane

Serial I/O

  • Up to 3 UART interfaces
  • Up to 2 I2C interfaces
  • Up to 2 SPI interfaces operating as either master or slave

GPIO

  • Up to 87 multiplexed GPIOs supporting various peripherals such as PWMs, SDIO, UART, SPI, and I2C

RTC

  • On-board ultra-low power real-time clock (RTC)

Debug

  • JTAG support

Mechanical

  • Dimensions: 28mm x 38mm
  • Weight: 7.7 g

Compliance

  • RoHS Compliant
  • Reach Compliant

Seamless Development with Expert Support

Gain full access to technical documentation, expert support, and premium engineering services for your Diamond Technologies SoM. As our technology partner, Beacon EmbeddedWorks provides a robust Technical Support website where you can find comprehensive resources, including software, documentation, and a technical forum.

Visit: diamondt.com/somsupport to get started.

 

Comprehensive Support Tailored To Your Needs

For customers with an annual usage of 1,000+ units, premium services are available for a fee, including BOM management, dedicated project support, inventory services, enhanced reporting, and advanced troubleshooting.

Call today to get a quote.

The Diamond Technology i.MX 8M Mini Development Kit is a full-featured, high-performance solution for evaluating and developing with the Diamond Technology i.MX 8M Mini SoM.

The comprehensive i.MX 8M Mini development kit includes everything you need to jumpstart your product development:

  • Diamond Technologies i.MX 8M Mini SoM
  • Audio & Network Jacks
  • Cables
  • All necessary Software & BSP’s

Please visit our Technical Support website to access technical documentation and downloads for our SoM products.