TQMa8MPxS Embedded Cortex®-A53 module
SMARC 2.1 Embedded Cortex®-A53 module based on i.MX 8M Plus with Machine Learning Accelerator
The TQMa8MPxS based on the i.MX 8M Plus supports with many features and an integrated NPU (Neural Processor Unit) with up to 2.3 TOPS and an IPU (Image Processor Unit) with 2x 187 MPix in the implementation of applications where artificial intelligence, machine learning/vision is to be applied. A GPU and several graphic interfaces are available for graphically demanding applications. For real-time and security the CPU is supported by a Cortex M7 controller.
Features
- Arm® Cortex® A53 based on i.MX 8M Plus
- Advanced Audio properties with HiFi4 DSP
- Machine Learning Accelerator 2.3 TOPS
- Integrated Cortex®-M7
- High-speed communication via 2x Gbit Ethernet (1x TSN), 1x PCle and 2x USB 3.0 interface
- Low power consumption (typ. 4 W)
- Integrated security functions

Specifications
CPU | CPU/Processor:
CPU variant:
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Memory | LPDDR4:
Quad SPI NOR:
eMMC:
EEPROM:
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Graphics | Graphic interface:
Camera interface:
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Communications Interfaces | Ethernet:
USB:
CAN:
Serial Ports:
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Other Interfaces | SD Card:
PCIe:
I2C:
SPI:
I2S:
GPIO:
Debug:
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General | Dimensions:
Temperature range:
Power supply:
Plug-in System:
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OS | OS Support:
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Ordering Information
TQMa8MPDS-AA | TQMa8MPDS-AA, Dual 3 ML/AI Cortex®-A53/1,6 GHz, 16 GB eMMC Flash, 2GB LPDDR4, 64 kB EEPROM, RTC, with LVDS, -25°C - +85°C |
TQMa8MPQS-AA | TQMa8MPQS-AA, Quad 6 Video Cortex®-A53/1,6 GHz, 16 GB eMMC Flash, 2GB LPDDR4, 64 kB EEPROM, RTC, with LVDS, -25°C - +85°C |
TQMa8MPQS-AB | TQMa8MPQS-AB, Quad 8 ML/AI Cortex®-A53/1,6 GHz, 16 GB eMMC Flash, 2GB LPDDR4, 64 kB EEPROM, with LVDS, RTC, -25°C - +85°C |
TQMa8MPQS-AC | TQMa8MPQS-AC, Quad 8 ML/AI Cortex®-A53/1,6 GHz, 16 GB eMMC Flash, 2GB LPDDR4, 64 kB EEPROM, with eDP, RTC, -25°C - +85°C |
STKa8MPxS-AA (Prototypes Q2/2025) | STKa8MPxS (Eval Kit) with TQMa8MPxS-AA, Quad Cortex® A53/1,6 GHz 2 GB LPDDR4, 16 GB eMMC Flash, 64 kB EEPROM, RTC, 3x RS232, 2 x CAN FD separated, 1x USB 3.0 OTG, 1x USB 3.0 HOST, 1x USB 2.0 HOST, 2x ETH 10/100/1000, 1x Display Port, 1x HDMI, 1x Dual LVDS, 1x PCIe, Audio, RTC, Temperature sensor, Reset-Button, SD interface, Power Supply, 4 GB SD card, Cables, passive Cooling |
Other configurations on request |
TQ Embedded is known for:
- Precision German engineering, now with a North America presence
- Robust industrial products with support
- Widest portfolio of embedded processing architectures: ARM, x86, PowerPC
- Comprehensive in-house process and facilities for true long-life availability
- Modules with full signal availability (ALL signals available, not just selective groups)
- In-house full control: design, manufacturing, specialized adaptations
- Robust baseboard options, production-ready for mounting their SOM products
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