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NXP Semiconductors 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ
- Part No.:
- 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 150-BGA, WLCSP
- Datasheet:
-
88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX BLE 150WLCSP
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Product details
Overview
88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-band 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.0 System-on-Chip supporting simultaneous independent WLAN and BT operation, up to 866.7 Mbps PHY rate, DFS radar detection in 5 GHz, DRCS for concurrent STA/AP/Wi-Fi Direct modes, and Miracast™-certified HD video streaming. It targets ultrabooks, smart TVs, and gaming consoles requiring AOAC connectivity.
For engineers reviewing the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ datasheet, 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ pinout, 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ application, or 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ equivalent, key selection considerations include its integrated coexistence arbitration for LTE/MWS, SDIO 3.0/USB 2.0/HSIC host interfaces, low-power PCIe support, and QFN/CSP flip-chip packaging options.
Technical Context
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ implements a dual-radio architecture with independent 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WLAN RF chains and a dedicated Bluetooth 5.0 baseband/radio, enabling true concurrency. Its internal coexistence engine manages interference between WLAN and external LTE via MWS serial transport interface.
It supports IEEE 802.11h DFS for regulatory compliance in UNII-2/2e bands and integrates dynamic rapid channel switching (DRCS) to maintain simultaneous STA, AP, and Wi-Fi Direct GO operations on non-overlapping channels without performance degradation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft), dual-band 2.4/5 GHz operation with VHT80 support |
| PHY Data Rate | Up to 866.7 Mbps (2×2 MIMO, MCS9, 80 MHz bandwidth) |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 + EDR/BDR/HS/LE dual-mode controller |
| DFS Support | IEEE 802.11h-compliant dynamic frequency selection with radar pulse detection |
| Host Interfaces | SDIO 3.0, USB 2.0, HSIC, low-power PCIe, high-speed UART, PCM |
| Coexistence | Integrated MWS serial transport interface for external LTE arbitration |
| Miracast | WI-FI CERTIFIED Miracast™ enabled for point-to-point HD video streaming |
Pinout & Package
88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ is offered in a 9.0 mm × 7.0 mm, 80-pin QFN package with exposed thermal pad. Pin functions are defined per NXP reference design and layout guidelines for SDIO/USB/HSIC host integration and RF matching.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| SDIO_CLK / SDIO_CMD / SDIO_D[0:3] | SDIO 3.0 interface signals | Primary host interface for Windows-connected standby and AOAC firmware offload |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB 2.0 differential pair | Alternate high-bandwidth host path supporting full-speed enumeration and driver compatibility |
| HSIC_STROBE / HSIC_DATA | High-Speed Inter-Chip interface | Low-latency, low-power alternative to USB for embedded host SoCs |
| WLAN_ANT / BT_ANT | Dedicated RF antenna terminals | Separate 50 Ω matched outputs enable concurrent dual-radio operation without front-end switching |
| MWS_TX / MWS_RX | MWS serial transport interface | Hardware-level arbitration signaling for LTE/WLAN coexistence in mobile wireless systems |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dynamic Rapid Channel Switching (DRCS) | Enables simultaneous STA, AP, and Wi-Fi Direct GO on independent channels without service interruption |
| Integrated LTE Coexistence Engine | Reduces WLAN throughput degradation during LTE transmission via MWS serial arbitration |
| Wi-Fi Offload Architecture | Supports Windows Wake-on-Wireless and Connected Standby by handling network stack tasks in hardware |
| 802.11ac VHT80 + 2×2 MIMO | Delivers ~3× higher throughput than 802.11n in same bandwidth, critical for HD video and live gaming |
| Miracast™ Certification | Guarantees interoperability for direct screen mirroring to displays without cloud dependency or latency spikes |
Applications
| Ultrabook AOAC Connectivity | Smart TV Wireless Display |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Maintaining email sync, social media updates, and cloud backups while in Windows Connected Standby mode. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wi-Fi SoC executing full offload of TCP/IP stack and beacon processing during system suspend. Use Value: Enables "Always On, Always Connected" experience with sub-100 µA wake-up current and zero user intervention. | Use Scenario: Streaming 1080p/4K video from mobile device to smart TV using Miracast™ without router or internet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-radio SoC acting as Wi-Fi Direct Group Owner while simultaneously maintaining infrastructure connection for background services. Use Value: Delivers <50 ms latency and frame-accurate synchronization via DRCS-managed channel agility. |
| Gaming Console Multi-Tasking | Mobile Hotspot + BT Audio |
Use Scenario: Hosting local multiplayer game server over Wi-Fi while streaming voice chat via Bluetooth headset. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Concurrent AP and BLE peripheral controller managing time-critical audio packets and low-latency UDP gaming traffic. Use Value: Prevents audio dropouts and game lag through hardware-based packet prioritization and DFS-avoided channel selection. | Use Scenario: Smartphone operating as dual-role hotspot (802.11ac AP) and Bluetooth audio source (A2DP) simultaneously. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Independent WLAN and BT radios sharing single antenna switch control logic with MWS-coordinated LTE handover. Use Value: Sustains 400+ Mbps downlink throughput while delivering CD-quality stereo audio with <10 ms A2DP jitter. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-band Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 5.0 SoC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| QCA9377-3-1 | Single-band 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi + BT 4.2; no 5 GHz VHT80 or DFS support | Lacks Miracast certification, DRCS, and LTE coexistence; limited to cost-sensitive portable devices | Choose when 5 GHz performance and regulatory DFS are not required |
| BCM43569KMLG | 2×2 802.11ac + BT 4.2; supports PCIe/SDIO but no MWS interface or integrated LTE arbitration | No native MWS transport or hardware coexistence engine; requires external arbitration logic | Prefer when host SoC handles LTE/WLAN scheduling and Miracast is optional |
Compared with QCA9377-3-1 and BCM43569KMLG, the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ uniquely delivers certified Miracast, hardware-enforced LTE coexistence via MWS, and DRCS-enabled triple-mode concurrency - making it the only option meeting full Windows AOAC and Wi-Fi Alliance multi-role certification requirements.
Availability
88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ultrabooks, smart TVs, and gaming consoles requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and AOAC-compliant wireless subsystems.
Supply support for 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ belongs to NXP's Marvell-acquired wireless SoC portfolio, engineered specifically to deliver Windows AOAC and Wi-Fi Alliance-certified multi-role wireless experiences in power-constrained mobile and entertainment platforms.
FAQ
What Wi-Fi standards does the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ support?
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, including VHT80 modulation, 2×2 MIMO spatial multiplexing, and MCS9 data rates up to 866.7 Mbps. It also implements 802.11h DFS for radar detection in UNII-2/2e channels and 802.11e QoS for multimedia traffic prioritization.
Does the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ support Bluetooth 5.0 features like long range and high speed?
Yes, the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ integrates a Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode controller supporting LE 2 Mbps PHY, LE Long Range (Coded S=2/S=8), advertising extensions, and enhanced privacy. It also maintains full backward compatibility with EDR/BDR and supports high-speed ACL links for audio and data transfer.
How does the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ handle coexistence with LTE modems?
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ uses an internal coexistence arbitration engine and a dedicated MWS serial transport interface to coordinate spectrum usage with external LTE devices. This hardware-level signaling prevents WLAN throughput collapse during LTE uplink bursts and eliminates need for software-based mitigation.
Is Miracast™ support on the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ certified or just implemented?
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ implements WI-FI CERTIFIED Miracast™ functionality, meaning it has passed formal interoperability testing administered by the Wi-Fi Alliance. This certification guarantees plug-and-play compatibility with certified displays, projectors, and dongles without proprietary drivers or cloud dependencies.
What host processor interfaces are supported by the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ?
The 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ supports SDIO 3.0 (primary), USB 2.0, HSIC, low-power PCI Express®, high-speed UART, and PCM interfaces. SDIO 3.0 is optimized for Windows Connected Standby offload, while HSIC provides minimal-latency interconnect for ARM-based SoCs.
Does the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ support dynamic frequency selection (DFS) in the 5 GHz band?
Yes, the 88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ fully supports IEEE 802.11h-compliant DFS, including real-time radar pulse detection and automatic channel switching in UNII-2 and UNII-2e bands. This enables operation in regulated 5 GHz channels used by radar systems, satisfying FCC and ETSI requirements.
88W8897-B0-CBK/AZ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 150-BGA, WLCSP
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Type:
- TxRx Only
- RF Family/Standard:
- Bluetooth, WiFi
- Protocol:
- 802.11a/b/g/-c, Bluetooth v5.0
- Modulation:
- -
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz, 5GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- 867Mbps
- Power - Output:
- -
- Sensitivity:
- -
- Memory Size:
- -
- Serial Interfaces:
- PCM, SDIO, UART, USB
- GPIO:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Current - Receiving:
- -
- Current - Transmitting:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 150-WLCSP
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