The i.MX27 multimedia applications processor features an ARM926EJ-S core and an H.264 D1 hardware codec for high-resolution video processing, The chip has 16 channels of DMA, an Ethernet 10/100 MAC, a security controller, two USB OTG ports, external memory interfaces, and extended power management features.

The device comes in a 17 x 17-mm MAPBGA404 package and targets feature-rich cellular phones and portable media players. The ability to capture video and play it back real-time makes the i.MX27 particularly well-suited for video surveillance and VoIP cordless and mobile phone applications.