Verdin Arm Family

Verdin is a System on Module standard expanding on the successful Colibri and Apalis form factors. It provides a revised, modern and capable interface set and focuses on ease-of-use, robustness and being future-proof.

Verdin is similar sized to the Colibri but with a higher pin count. A DDR4 SODIMM edge connector provides a cost-effective, highly reliable, shock- and vibration-resistant connection.

Verdin Family

The future-proof pinout gives developers simple access to the latest interfaces, and a wide range of pin-compatible modules will provide excellent scalability. Three simple categories of Interface pins are available. Fully compatible pins are guaranteed to be available on every Verdin module. Reserved pins have a reserved dedicated function and are available on most Verdin modules. Type-specific pins provide access to specific features of a certain SoC, but are not guaranteed to be compatible with other Verdin modules.

The Verdin Family taps into the rich Toradex ecosystem, offering industry-leading free support, an in-house open-source Linux operating system and a range of partner operating systems including Android and QNX. A wide range of industry-specific off-the-shelf software solutions (e.g. Qt, Crank, and CODESYS) are available as easy to integrate packages. In addition, a broad range of off-the-shelf carrier boards are currently in development by Toradex and its partners.

The first Verdin modules are available with the NXP i.MX 8M Mini applications processor. A version with the i.MX 8M Nano is available as a built-to-order (BTO) option. Toradex also offers a Verdin module with the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor, which includes a Neural Processing Unit ideal for Machine Learning applications, and Texas Instruments (TI) AM62x processor based Verdin AM62 System on Module.

Highlights

Optimized Interface

Modern future-proof interfaces, allow for the design of cost-effective devices

Simple Power Requirements

Battery-ready single wide range supply input voltage. Module generated 1.8V peripheral supply

Full System Power Management

A smart way to manage power of the complete system including peripherals

Wireless Connectivity

Latest highly reliable certified onboard Bluetooth and Wi-Fi options

Ruggedized

Designed for harsh environments with extensive environment test reports available

Direct Breakout

Add real-world I/O ports without needing to cross traces or traverse layers. Reduce cost and complexity

Torizon: Easy-to-use Industrial Linux

All Verdin modules come with the Open Source Torizon Linux, so you can focus on your application and not the drivers

Lifetime Maintenance

10+ years availability, long-term Software support

Verdin Computer on Modules Family

  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • M7
  • 3D GPU
  • NPU
  • ISP
  • VPU
  • 8GB RAM
  • 32GB FLASH
  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • M4
  • 3D GPU
  • VPU
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB FLASH
  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • A53
  • M4
  • 3D GPU
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB FLASH
  • A55
  • A55
  • A55
  • A55
  • A55
  • A55
  • M7
  • M33
  • NPU
  • 3D GPU
  • 16GB RAM
  • 128GB FLASH

Videos

Simplify Modern Product Development
First look at the Verdin System on Module

Software

Torizon Linux Platform

Torizon is a Linux-based software platform ideal for industrial, medical, and other highly-reliable scenarios. It is a developer-friendly ecosystem that simplifies the process of developing and maintaining embedded software...


Reference Images for Yocto Project

Toradex carries out in-house development and maintenance of a Yocto Project-compatible production-quality Embedded Linux BSP. Our extensive documentation...


FreeRTOS

FreeRTOS is supported directly by Toradex. It is a real-time OS that runs on the Cortex-M4 cores in parallel to the main OS.


Android

Android is supported by our service partner Kynetics. An Evaluation will be provided free of charge as a binary installer directly on Toradex Easy Installer feeds and in source-code.


QNX

QNX is a microkernel-based realtime operating system, primarily targeted at embedded systems requiring high safety and security. For information about the current state of QNX get in touch with our Sales Team


Verdin Computer on Modules - Comparison Table

Verdin iMX8M Plus

Verdin iMX8M Mini

Verdin AM62

CPU Name
CPU Type
Microcontroller
CPU Clock
Floating Point Unit
NEON
L1 Instruction Cache
L1 Data Cache
L2 Cache
NXP® i.MX 8M Plus
4x Arm Cortex™-A53
1x Arm Cortex™-M7F
1.6 GHz (A53)
800 MHz (M7F)
VFPv4
Yes
32KB (A53)
32KB (M7F)
32KB (A53)
32KB (M7F)
512KB
NXP® i.MX 8M Mini
4x Arm Cortex™-A53
1x Arm Cortex™-M4F
1.6 GHz (A53)
400 MHz (M4F)
VFPv4
Yes
32KB (A53)
16KB (M4F)
32KB (A53)
16KB (M4F)
512KB
TI AM625
4x Arm Cortex™-A53
1x Arm Cortex™-M4F
1.4 GHz (A53)
400 MHz (M4F)
VFPv4
Yes
32KB (A53)
32KB (A53)
512KB
RAM
Flash
8GB LPDDR4 (32 bit)
32GB eMMC
2GB LPDDR4 (32-bit)
16GB eMMC
2GB LPDDR4 (16 Bit)
16GB eMMC
USB 3.1
USB 2.0
Ethernet
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
PRUSS
PCIe
I2C
SPI
QSPI
OSPI
UART
PWM
GPIO
Analog Input
SDIO/SD/MMC
CAN
JTAG
1x Host / 1x OTG (Gen 1)
1x Host / 1x OTG
Gigabit with TSN (+2nd RGMII)
2.4/5 GHz Dual Band 2x2 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 5.3
1 (x1 Gen 3)
5x
3x
1x
4x
4x
95x
4x
1x
2x (CAN FD)
1x
1x Host / 1x OTG
Gigabit with AVB
2.4/5 GHz Dual Band 2x2 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 5.3
1x Single Lane Gen 2
3x
2x
1x
4x
4x
Up to 84x
4x
1x
1x (CAN FD)
1x
1x Host / 1x OTG
Gigabit with TSN (+2nd RGMII)
2.4/5 GHz Dual-band 1x1 Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)*
Bluetooth 5.2*
Yes
4x
5x
1x
1x
8x
6x
94x
4x
1x
3x (CAN FD)
1x
Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
Image Signal Processor (ISP)
Display Controller
Graphics Controller
Video Decoder
Video Encoder
Display Serial Interface
LVDS
HDMI
Digital Audio
S/PDIF In / Out
2D Acceleration
3D Acceleration
Camera Serial Interface
Yes (2.3 TOPS)
Yes
Triple
2D: Vivante GC520L
3D: Vivante GC7000UL
Yes
Yes
1x Quad Lane MIPI DSI (up to 1920x1080)
1x (up to 1920x1080)
1x (2.0a, up to 4K)
6x SAI: I2S or AC97
1x / 1x
Yes
Yes
2x Quad Lane MIPI CSI-2
Single
2D: Vivante GC320
3D: Vivante GCNanoUltra
Yes
Yes
1x Quad Lane MIPI DSI
Via External Conversion from MIPI DSI
4x SAI: I2S or AC97
1x / 1x
Yes
Yes
1x Quad Lane MIPI CSI-2
Dual
2D: Yes
3D: Yes
1x Quad Lane MIPI DSI
1x (up to 1920x1080)
Via External Conversion from MIPI DSI
2x McASP: I2S or TDM
Yes
Yes
1x Quad Lane MIPI CSI-2
Torizon
Embedded Linux
Preinstalled OS
Android
QNX
FreeRTOS
Supported
Supported
Coming Soon
Supported
Supported
Supported by third party
Supported
Supported
Coming Soon
Coming Soon
FuSa
Size
Temperature
Shock / Vibration
Power Dissipation
69.6 x 35.00 x 6.0 mm
-40° to 85° C(1)
TBD
69.6 x 35.00 x 6.0 mm
-40° to 85° C(1)
Approx. 1.9W - 5.7W
No
69.6 x 35.00 x 6.0 mm
-40° to 85° C

The power consumption is subject to variation, depending on the situation. Our estimation of the minimum and maximum power consumption is based on the lowest idle power consumption and the highest power consumption values during maximum load. Refer our developer article for more information.

(1) The Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module featured on the SoM is rated for an operating temperature range of -30°C to +85°C. As this component is not deemed boot-critical, the SoM is still listed as an industrial temperature range product.

*WiFi6 | Bluetooth 5.3 (available for Custom Configuration)

General: Some interfaces are available on pins that are not entirely compatible within the Verdin Computer on Module family. There are restrictions to using different interfaces simultaneously, please check the respective datasheet for exact details.

Verdin Carrier Boards

Verdin Development Board
with HDMI Adapter

The Verdin Development Board is a fully featured carrier board providing easy access to all features of the Verdin family. It is an ideal platform for hardware development and integration. The board is compatible with all current and future Verdin modules.

Be it USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI, MIPI DSI, MIPI CSI or PCIe: the board provides access to Verdin high-speed interfaces. Transceivers for CAN, RS-232 and RS-485 let you connect industry-standard interfaces directly.


Dahlia Carrier Board
with HDMI Adapter

Dahlia is a compact carrier board providing easy access to the most common features of the Verdin family. It is an ideal platform for software development and demonstration purposes. The board is compatible with all current and future Verdin modules.

You can power Dahlia via a USB-C connector (USB Power Delivery capable). The board can also be powered via a barrel connector (5V-27V DC).


Yavia

Yavia is a compact carrier board providing easy access to the most common features of the Verdin family. Yavia has been designed by our partner Linear Computing to ease up the challenging supply chain situation constraining the availability of our traditional Verdin development carrier boards.

Be it USB 3.x, Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI, MIPI CSI or PCIe: the Yavia has them. Built-in UART to USB transceivers allow you to monitor and communicate with UART interfaces via USB - in a simple and convenient way, without any additional cables and accessories.


Mallow Carrier Board

Mallow is a low-cost, small form-factor, and volume intended Carrier board compatible with Verdin System on Modules.
Has built-in UART, USB 3.x, HDMI, MIPI CSI or PCie which makes it usable in real-world volume products.
You can further extend the capabilities of the carrier board with daughter boards (via the extension connectors).


Ivy Carrier Board

The Ivy Carrier board is the ideal solution for industrial and embedded applications. Designed with cost optimization in mind for small and medium production runs, it's perfectly suited for volume production. Whether you're manufacturing a small batch or scaling up, the Ivy Carrier board is the reliable choice for your project.


Other Computer on Module Families

Apalis Arm® Family

Apalis Arm family Computer on Modules (CoMs) offers advanced computing with supreme graphics at optimal power consumption, along with support of high speed interfaces and extensive multimedia formats. Includes free Operating System support for Embedded Linux and Windows Embdded Compact


Colibri Arm® Family

Colibri Arm family offers an extensive portfolio of pin-compatible System on Modules(SoMs). These SoMs have small form factor, complemented with the presence of many industrial and connectivity interfaces. Includes free Operating System support for Embedded Linux and Windows Embdded Compact


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