FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC System on Module
CPU: iMX8M Plus
Architecture: 4x [email protected]+1x Cortex-M7@800MHz
Frequency: 1.6GHZ
RAM: 2GB/4GB LPDDR4
ROM: 16GB / 32GB eMMC
System: Linux 6.1.36
FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC System on Module Based on NXP i.MX 8M Plus Processor
The FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC System on Module(SoM) / Computer on Module leverages the NXP i.MX 8M Plus Quad-Plus (4× [email protected] + Cortex-M7@800 MHz) with a 2.3 TOPS NPU and ISP to deliver ML, vision and advanced multimedia in a high-reliability industrial platform. Built to the SMARC™ 2.1 standard (82 × 50 mm), it’s plug-and-play with all SMARC 1.x/2.x carriers. Rated for –40°C to +85°C on a single 5V supply, it thrives in harsh edge environments—ideal for smart cities, industrial IoT, smart healthcare and intelligent transportation.
NXP i.MX8M Plus Quad-Plus SMARC Module Key Advantages:
- Fully compliant with the SMARC 2.1 specification
- NXP i.MX 8M Plus application processor, 4× Cortex-A53 @ 1.6 GHz
- Cortex-M7 microcontroller core, up to 800 MHz
- 2.3 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and hardware Image Signal Processor (ISP)
- Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz 2×2 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.3
- Industry-leading build quality from Forlinx
- Preloaded Linux 6.1.36 LTS software stack with BSP, drivers, and sample code
FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC SoM
High-speed Communication Interface
4K Picture Quality and HiFi Voice Experience
HDMI interface supports up to 4K display output; it also features LVDS, MIPI-DSI display interface, the latest audio technology,
Cadence® Tensilica® HiFi 4 DSP @ 800 MHz, 18x I2S TDM, DSD512, S/PDIF Tx + Rx, 8-channel PDM microphone input, eARC, ASRC.
Advanced Multimedia Technology
3D/2D Graphic Acceleration
Machine Learning and Vision
Built-in NPU with 2.3 TOPS of AI computing power to meet lightweight edge computing needs
Dual Image Signal Processor (ISP)
Product Application
▊ Hardware Features
FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC System on Module Basic Features |
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CPU |
NXP i.MX 8M Plus |
Architecture |
4x [email protected] + 1x Cortex-M7@800MHz |
RAM |
2GB/4GB LPDDR4 |
ROM |
16GB/32GB eMMC |
Supply Voltage | DC 5V |
Operating temp |
-40℃~+85℃ |
Connection |
SMARC2.1, MXM3 Edge Connector(314 pins, 0.5mm pitch) |
OS version |
Linux 6.1.36 |
Dimension |
82mm x 50mm |
FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC System on Module Functional Parameters |
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Peripheral |
NUM |
Spec. |
USB 3.0 |
2 |
Contains 2 USB3.0/ 2.0 controllers integrated with PHY |
USB 2.0 |
5 |
Highspeed (HS), Full-speed (FS), and Low-speed (LS) |
MIPI CSI |
2 |
2x 4-lane MIPI-CSI, up to 1.5 Gbps |
MIPI DSI |
1 |
1x 4-lane MIPI-DSI, up to 1.5 Gbps 1080 p60 • WUXGA (1920x1200) at 60 Hz 1920x1440 at 60 Hz UWHD (2560x1080) at 60 Hz WQHD (2560x1440) by reduced blanking mode |
LVDS |
2 |
Up to 1920x1080p60 |
HDMI |
1 |
Up to 4kp30 |
Ethernet |
2 |
EMAC, 10/100/1000 Mbps, 1 is capable of TSN |
PCIE x1 |
1 |
PCI Express Gen 3 |
CAN-FD |
2 |
Complies with CAN 2.0B, ISO 11898-1 |
SDIO |
1 |
SDIO 3.0 |
I2S |
2 |
SAI, supports I2S, AC97, tdM and codec/DSP |
SPI |
2 |
Up to 52Mbit/s,master and slave are configurable |
I2C |
5 |
Up to 320kbps |
UART |
4 |
Up to 4Mbps |
PWM |
3 |
16-bit timer |
GPIO |
>14 |
General-purpose input/output (GPIO) modules with interrupt capability |
WIFI & BT |
1 |
WiFi 5 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, connected to processor by SDIO3.0 and UART |
JTAG |
1 |
IEEE 1149.1 testability (JTAG) |
▊ Carrier Board

OK-MX8MPQ-SMARC Development Board
To minimize your development workload, we can provide starter kits that can be used as complete development platforms for evaluation and application development.
The OK-MX8MPQ-SMARC Single Board Computer from Forlinx is powered by the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor, which features 4x [email protected] + 1x Cortex-M7, 2GB/4GB LPDDR4 RAM, and 16GB/32GB eMMC ROM. With a split design and 314 pins, it offers seamless functionality and easy customization, and supports the Linux 6.1.36 system. With an open system architecture design, it can provide technical information for your secondary development.
▊ Download
Catalog:
Forlinx Catalog
Product Brief:
FET-MX8MPQ-SMARC SoM and OK-MX8MPQ-SMARC SBC introduction
▊ Accessories
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▊ Technical Support
1. Files to be provided after buying
Hardware related: datasheet, user guide, carrier board schematic, carrier board PCB, SoM pinmux;
Firmware related: OS image, testing demo, source code, manual;
Compiling environment
2. Fast response after-sale technical support service
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3. Payment Terms
100% T/T in advance.
▊ Shipment
1. Delivery: Goods will be shipped by express upon the receipt of the payment;
2. Lead time: Goods will be shipped out within five working days for sample orders and 6 weeks for bulk orders;
3. Shipping charge: Buyers should bear the shipping cost.
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