Baseboard BL i.MX93
NPU-accelerated for fast and efficient machine learning applications
Specifications
- NXP i.MX93, 2x Arm® Cortex®-A55 @1.7 GHz with NPU
- Up to 2 GB RAM, up to 64 GB eMMC, microSD Card Slot
- Display-Support (LVDS), Camera-Support (2-lane CSI)
- Dual-Gigabit-Ethernet, 1x USB 2.0 Type-C UFP, 2x USB 2.0
The BL i.MX93 Board from Kontron Electronics, developed for versatile embedded applications, impresses with its well-balanced combination of processing power, state-of-the-art technology, and flexible connectivity. Thanks to its compact design and energy-efficient construction, the board is ideally suited for integration into a wide range of projects. Its high integration density and extensive support for various interfaces make the board a reliable platform for innovative and future-proof solutions.
Performance & Architecture
The BL i.MX93 Board is equipped with a dual-core Arm® Cortex®-A55 microprocessor running at 1.7 GHz, supported by up to 2 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and up to 64 GB of eMMC storage. For efficient edge machine learning applications, it features an integrated Arm® Ethos™-U65 microNPU. This architecture delivers high performance with low energy consumption, opening numerous possibilities for modern applications.
Communication Interfaces
The board stands out with a wide range of interfaces: Two Gigabit Ethernet ports provide fast and stable network connectivity, while an LVDS display interface supports high-resolution visualization for automation solutions. The MIPI CSI camera interface offers connections for camera modules, making it ideal for imaging and video applications. These are complemented by USB 2.0, a USB Type-C port, serial interfaces, as well as CAN bus and a microSD card slot, ensuring flexible and reliable communication with external devices.
Application Areas & Advantages
Thanks to its versatility, the BL i.MX93 Board is especially attractive for use in industrial automation, image processing, edge AI, HMI systems, and IoT solutions. The combination of powerful processor architecture, advanced interfaces, and cost-efficient design makes the board the ideal choice for innovative projects with high demands on performance and reliability. The integrated NPU and real-time co-processor also enable deployment in demanding machine learning and control applications, while the energy-efficient concept allows operation even in resource-constrained environments.
Features
| CPU | NXP i.MX93, 2x Arm® Cortex®-A55 @1.7 GHz, 1x Arm® Cortex®-M33 @250 MHz, 1x Arm® Ethos™ U-65 microNPU |
| LPDDR4-RAM | 2 GByte (512 Mbyte / 1 GByte) |
| eMMC | 32 GByte (4 GByte up to 64 GByte) |
| EEPROM | 8 kByte |
| SD CARD | 1x microSD-Slot |
| NV MEMORY | 8 kByte EERAM |
| Ethernet | 2x 1 Gbit/s |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 Host, 1x USB 2.0 Type-C UFP |
| DIO | 4x DIO (24 V/up to 800 mA) |
| Serial | 1x RS232, 1x RS485 |
| CAN | 1x CAN FD |
| LCD Interface | 1x LVDS (up to 1366 x 768 @60 fps) |
| Touch | 1x I2C, 1x USB |
| Camera Interface | 1x MIPI CSI (2-lane) |
| Operating System | Embedded Linux (Yocto Distribution) |
| Bootloader | U-Boot |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC ±20 % |
| Power Consumption | TBD |
| Temperature range | -25 °C ... +85 °C, ambient, non-condensing |
| Form Factor | 105,5 x 67 mm (4,3”) |
| RTC | 1x RV-3028-C7 |
| RTC BUFFERING | CR 1220 |
| Debug | 1x Console |
| Expansion | 1x SDIO (4-bit), 1x I2C, 1x SPI, 1x SAI, 1x USB, 1x UART |
| Audio | 1x Buzzer |
| Approvals | CE |
| Security | EdgeLock® Secure Enclave Trusted Resource Domain Controller (TRDC), supports 16 domains Arm® TrustZone® (TZ) architecture, including both Trustzone-A and Trustzone-M On-chip RAM (OCRAM) secure region protection using OCRAM controller Battery Backed Security Module (BBSM), secure real-time clock (RTC) - Secure JTAG |
Downloads
Datasheets
Product brochure Kontron Electronics EN
[ product-brochure-en.pdf, 1.7 MB, Mar.03.2025 ]
Flyer We IoT-ize your business Kontron Electronics EN
[ ked-flyer-we-iot-ize-your-business_en.pdf, 1.09 MB, Feb.24.2026 ]
BL i.MX93 Factsheet Kontron Electronics EN
[ ked-factsheet-bl-i-mx93_en.pdf, 567.66 KB, Mar.04.2026 ]
Userguide
BL Board-Line i.MX93 User Guide
[ ked-user-guide-bl-i-mx93-dc-rev--1-0.pdf, 1.81 MB, Jul.07.2025 ]
Manuals
General Safety Instruction
[ general-safety-instructions.pdf, 560.72 KB, Dec.16.2025 ]
Services
Kontron Services Brochure
[ kontron-services-brochure.pdf, 8.9 MB, Dec.17.2020 ]
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