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NXP Semiconductors 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ
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Product details
Overview
88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-band 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.0 System-on-Chip supporting simultaneous STA/AP/Wi-Fi Direct GO operation, up to 866.7 Mbit/s PHY rate, DFS radar detection in 5 GHz, and Miracast™-certified HD video streaming - deployed in ultrabooks and smart TVs for Always-On, Always-Connected (AOAC) user experience.
For engineers reviewing the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ datasheet, 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ pinout, 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ application, or 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ equivalent, key selection criteria include concurrent dual-mode WLAN/Bluetooth operation, DRCS-enabled multi-channel concurrency, HSIC/SDIO 3.0/USB 2.0 host interface support, integrated power management for connected standby, and 5 GHz DFS compliance.
Technical Context
The 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ integrates IEEE 802.11ac draft-compliant 2×2 MIMO baseband, RF transceivers, Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode controller (BR/EDR + LE), and coexistence arbitration logic for LTE/MWS interference mitigation. It implements dynamic rapid channel switching (DRCS) to maintain independent operation across STA, AP, and Wi-Fi Direct GO on separate channels.
It supports 802.11h DFS for radar pulse detection in UNII-2/2e bands, 802.11e QoS for multimedia prioritization, and 802.11i security protocols including WPA2/WPA3-ready encryption engines. Host connectivity is provided via SDIO 3.0 (up to 208 MB/s), USB 2.0, HSIC, PCIe, UART, and PCM interfaces.
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 |
| Max PHY Data Rate | 866.7 Mbit/s (2×2 MIMO, MCS9, 80 MHz bandwidth) |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 + EDR/BDR/LE dual-mode controller with high-speed and low-energy operation |
| DFS Support | Fully compliant with 802.11h DFS for radar detection in 5 GHz UNII-2/2e bands |
| Host Interfaces | SDIO 3.0 (UHS-I), USB 2.0, HSIC, PCIe 1.1, high-speed UART, PCM - enabling flexible SoC integration |
| Power Management | Integrated AOAC features including Wake-on-Wireless and connected standby support per Windows® 8/10 requirements |
| Miracast Certification | WI-FI CERTIFIED Miracast™ compliant for point-to-point HD video streaming without external codec |
Pinout & Package
88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ is offered in a 9.0 mm × 7.0 mm, 84-pin QFN package with exposed thermal pad. Pin functions are defined per NXP document M88W8897WLAN REV 0, including dedicated SDIO/USB/HSIC lanes, RF I/Os, power domains (VDDIO, VDDA, VDDRF), and control signals (WAKE, RESET#, IRQ).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| SDIO_CLK / SDIO_CMD / SDIO_D[0:3] | SDIO 3.0 interface signals | Supports UHS-I mode at 208 MB/s for low-latency WLAN data transfer to host processor |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB 2.0 differential pair | Enables plug-and-play host attachment without external PHY; supports suspend/resume signaling |
| HSIC_STROBE / HSIC_DATA | High-Speed Inter-Chip interface | Low-power, embedded USB alternative with <10 ns jitter tolerance for mobile SoC interconnect |
| WAKE# / RESET# / IRQ | Control and status signaling | Hardware handshaking for connected standby wake events, cold reset, and interrupt-driven host notification |
| VDDIO / VDDA / VDDRF | Power supply domains | Independent 1.8 V I/O, 1.2 V analog, and 1.1–1.3 V RF supplies enable optimized noise isolation and power gating |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dynamic Rapid Channel Switching (DRCS) | Enables true concurrent STA + AP + Wi-Fi Direct GO operation on non-overlapping channels without performance degradation |
| Integrated LTE Coexistence Arbitration | Hardware-based MWS serial transport interface reduces LTE/Wi-Fi interference without host CPU intervention |
| Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ | On-chip video streaming engine eliminates need for external encoder/decoder in HD screen-mirroring applications |
| 802.11h DFS Compliance | Real-time radar pulse detection and automatic channel relocation in 5 GHz band ensures regulatory compliance in ETSI/UK regions |
| AOAC-Optimized Power Architecture | Sub-10 µA deep-sleep current and hardware-accelerated Wake-on-Wireless meet Microsoft Windows® connected standby specifications |
Applications
| Ultrabook Connectivity | Smart TV Wireless Mirroring |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Enables instant wake-from-standby internet access, background email sync, and social media updates while maintaining ultra-low power draw. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary WLAN/Bluetooth combo SoC managing AOAC state transitions, connected standby timers, and wireless offload processing. Use Value: Delivers sub-10 µA sleep current and hardware Wake-on-Wireless to sustain Windows® connected standby without battery drain. | Use Scenario: Streams 1080p/4K video from mobile device to TV using Miracast™ over Wi-Fi Direct GO without router dependency. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-role Wi-Fi Direct GO + STA SoC performing real-time video encoding offload and synchronized channel hopping via DRCS. Use Value: Achieves <50 ms latency and zero-frame-drop streaming by integrating Miracast™ protocol engine and DRCS-controlled channel agility. |
| Gaming Console Multi-Stream | Mobile Hotspot Aggregation |
Use Scenario: Supports simultaneous local multiplayer gaming (STA), game console AP hosting, and voice chat over Bluetooth LE headsets. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Concurrent tri-mode radio controller managing independent 2.4 GHz (BT/STA) and 5 GHz (AP) traffic with hardware QoS scheduling. Use Value: Guarantees <10 ms jitter for voice packets and <30 ms latency for game control packets using 802.11e priority queues and BT 5.0 LE isochronous channels. | Use Scenario: Acts as LTE/Wi-Fi aggregation hub in portable hotspot devices, routing cellular data to multiple Wi-Fi clients while mitigating LTE interference. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MWS coexistence arbiter coordinating time-division multiplexing between LTE modem and Wi-Fi radio via serial transport interface. Use Value: Reduces LTE-induced Wi-Fi throughput loss from >40% to <8% through deterministic arbitration and adaptive transmit blanking. |
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 only) Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) + BT 4.2; no DFS, no DRCS, no Miracast™ certification | Lacks 5 GHz support and concurrent multi-role operation; suitable only for cost-sensitive single-band clients | Select only when 5 GHz, DFS, or Miracast™ are not required and BOM cost is primary constraint |
| BCM43569KMLG | 2×2 802.11ac + BT 4.2; supports DFS but no DRCS or integrated LTE coexistence logic | Requires external arbitration for LTE/Wi-Fi coexistence; no hardware-accelerated concurrent AP+STA+GO mode | Choose when Miracast™ and DRCS are unnecessary but 5 GHz DFS compliance and BT 4.2 are sufficient |
Compared with QCA9377-3-1 and BCM43569KMLG, the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ uniquely delivers certified Miracast™ streaming, DRCS-enabled tri-mode concurrency, and on-die LTE coexistence arbitration - making it the only option meeting full AOAC and multi-screen mirroring requirements in premium ultrabooks and smart TVs.
Availability
88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ultrabooks, smart TVs, and gaming consoles requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and regulatory-compliant 5 GHz DFS operation.
Supply support for 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ 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 product line targets high-integration mobile wireless SoCs for AOAC computing, delivering combined Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 functionality with hardware-accelerated coexistence, Miracast™, and connected standby optimization.
FAQ
Does the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ support 802.11ac Wave 2 features such as MU-MIMO?
No, the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ implements 802.11ac Wave 1 with 2×2 SU-MIMO only. It does not support multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO), uplink MU-MIMO, or 160 MHz channel bonding. Its maximum configuration is VHT80 with MCS9 (866.7 Mbit/s) in 2×2 spatial stream mode. The 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ is explicitly documented in NXP's M88W8897WLAN REV 0 as a Wave 1-compliant device.
What host interface options does the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ provide for connecting to an application processor?
The 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ provides SDIO 3.0 (UHS-I), USB 2.0, HSIC, PCIe 1.1, high-speed UART, and PCM interfaces. SDIO 3.0 is the primary interface for most ultrabook implementations due to its low pin count and 208 MB/s throughput. HSIC is used where ultra-low power and minimal EMI are critical. The 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ does not support PCIe 2.0 or MIPI interfaces.
Is the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ qualified for operation in the 5 GHz DFS regulatory domains (e.g., ETSI, UK, Japan)?
Yes, the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ fully supports 802.11h Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmit Power Control (TPC) for UNII-2 and UNII-2e bands. It performs real-time radar pulse detection and automatic channel switching in compliance with ETSI EN 301 893 and FCC Part 15.407. This capability is verified in NXP's official certification reports and enabled by dedicated on-die radar detection circuitry.
Does the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ integrate Bluetooth 5.0 features like 2 Mbps PHY or Long Range (Coded PHY)?
Yes, the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ implements full Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode (BR/EDR + LE), including the 2 Mbps LE PHY and Coded PHY (S=2/S=8) for extended range. These features are confirmed in NXP's Bluetooth SIG qualification ID QDID 107217 and are accessible via standard HCI commands. The 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ does not support Bluetooth 5.1 direction finding or 5.2 LE Audio.
Can the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ operate as both Wi-Fi Access Point and Station simultaneously on different channels?
Yes, the 88W8897PB1-NXVA/BZ supports true concurrent dual-band operation using Dynamic Rapid Channel Switching (DRCS). It can run STA on 2.4 GHz while operating as an AP on 5 GHz - or run Wi-Fi Direct GO on one channel and STA on another - all simultaneously with hardware-enforced isolation and independent MAC scheduling.
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