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NXP Semiconductors 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK
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Product details
Overview
88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK from Marvell is a dual-band 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 SoC with 4×4 MIMO configuration, supporting 2.4 Gbps peak data rate, integrated Bluetooth 5, and precision location (±1 m distance, ±10° angle). It serves as the wireless baseband and RF subsystem in high-capacity access points and broadband gateways.
For engineers reviewing the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK datasheet, 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK pinout, 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK application, or 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK equivalent, key selection criteria include PCIe 3.0 (2-lane) host interface compliance, concurrent uplink/downlink OFDMA and MU-MIMO support, and integrated BT5 coexistence arbitration for unified connectivity solutions.
Technical Context
The 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK implements a dual-core ARM CPU architecture with FlexMAC for dynamic 802.11ax standard evolution, managing high-traffic queue scheduling and zero-wait DFS. Its MoChi interconnect enables modular system integration with companion ICs.
It integrates 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11ax RF radios with implicit/explicit beamforming, 1024-QAM modulation, spatial reuse, and DCM (Dual Carrier Modulation), while the Bluetooth 5 radio supports AoA/AoD direction finding and long-range operation with dedicated coexistence arbitration logic.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2 - ensures full protocol stack interoperability in mixed-client networks. |
| Peak Data Rate | 2.4 Gbps (4×4 MIMO, 160 MHz channel) - enables multi-gigabit throughput for dense AP deployments. |
| Channel Bandwidth | 20/40/80/160 MHz (including 80+80) - supports flexible spectrum utilization across regulatory domains. |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5 - delivers long-range mode, direction finding (AoA/AoD), and simultaneous classic/BLE operation. |
| Host Interface | PCIe 3.0 (2-lane) + MoChi interconnect - provides low-latency, scalable host communication and modular SoC expansion. |
| Precision Location | ±1 meter distance, ±10° angle - enables room-level indoor positioning without external infrastructure. |
| RF Configuration | Dual-band (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), 4×4 Tx/Rx - delivers simultaneous concurrent band operation and enhanced spatial diversity. |
Pinout & Package
88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK is housed in a 17 mm × 17 mm, 289-ball BGA package (0.8 mm pitch) with thermal pad. Pinout is defined per Marvell's 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK Hardware Design Specification Rev. 1.2.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| PCIe_CLK_P/N | PCIe 3.0 reference clock input | Provides timing reference for 8 GT/s link synchronization; requires AC-coupled 100 Ω differential termination. |
| PCIe_TX[1:0]_P/N, PCIe_RX[1:0]_P/N | PCIe 3.0 lane 0–1 differential I/O | Supports 2-lane Gen3 operation at 8 GT/s; configurable as x1/x2 via strap or firmware. |
| MCi_CLK, MCi_DATA[3:0] | MoChi interconnect signals | Enables high-speed, low-pin-count daisy-chain connection to Marvell companion chips (e.g., PHY, PMIC). |
| BT_UART_TX/RX | Bluetooth UART interface | Dedicated high-speed UART (up to 4 Mbps) for BT host control - isolated from Wi-Fi data path. |
| GPIO[15:0] | General-purpose I/O | Configurable as interrupt sources, LED controls, or strap pins; supports 1.8 V / 3.3 V I/O voltage selection. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Uplink & Downlink OFDMA | Enables simultaneous multi-user subcarrier allocation in both directions - reduces latency and improves airtime efficiency in high-density environments. |
| Concurrent Spectrum Scanning | Permits real-time channel assessment without service interruption - critical for dynamic frequency selection (DFS) and interference mitigation. |
| Integrated BT5 Coexistence Arbitration | Hardware-level priority resolution between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic - eliminates software-level contention and guarantees deterministic latency. |
| FlexMAC Architecture | Allows firmware-driven adaptation to future 802.11 amendments - extends product lifecycle without hardware revision. |
| Precision Location Engine | On-die time-of-flight and angle estimation - delivers sub-meter indoor positioning using standard 802.11ax frames, no additional hardware required. |
Applications
| Enterprise Access Point | Broadband Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density office deployment with 100+ concurrent clients, requiring seamless roaming and QoS-aware traffic shaping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary Wi-Fi 6 baseband and RF SoC handling MAC/PHY/baseband processing, beamforming, and BT5 coexistence. Use Value: 4×4 MIMO and uplink OFDMA deliver 2.4 Gbps aggregate throughput and reduce per-client latency by ≥40% vs. 2×2 solutions. | Use Scenario: ISP-provided residential gateway integrating Wi-Fi 6, voice, and IPTV services on a single platform. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-band wireless subsystem providing concurrent 2.4 GHz/5 GHz operation, PCIe-hosted control, and integrated BT5 for remote diagnostics. Use Value: Integrated BT5 and precision location enable technician-assisted setup and room-level device provisioning without external beacons. |
| Fixed Wireless CPE | Service Provider Set-Top Box |
Use Scenario: Outdoor customer premises equipment delivering fiber-like throughput over 5 GHz point-to-multipoint links. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Full-stack 802.11ax transceiver with DFS-compliant radar detection and beamformed downlink transmission. Use Value: Zero-wait DFS and explicit beamforming extend usable range by ≥35% in non-line-of-sight urban deployments. | Use Scenario: Next-gen streaming set-top box requiring low-latency video backhaul and voice remote pairing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-role wireless SoC managing Wi-Fi 6 video streaming and Bluetooth 5 voice remote with hardware coexistence arbitration. Use Value: Concurrent BT5 AoA and Wi-Fi uplink OFDMA ensure <10 ms voice command response and jitter-free 4K streaming. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Wi-Fi 6 SoC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| QCA9984-AR1A | 4×4 5 GHz only; no integrated 2.4 GHz radio or Bluetooth 5; uses external BT chip. | Lacks dual-band concurrency and unified location engine; requires separate BT module and antenna routing. | Choose when cost-sensitive designs prioritize 5 GHz throughput over integrated connectivity and location features. |
| BCM43752KMLG | 2×2 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 + BT5; lower peak rate (1.2 Gbps); no uplink OFDMA or precision location. | Suitable for client devices (laptops, tablets); lacks AP-grade scheduling, DFS, and enterprise-grade coexistence logic. | Prefer for portable client endpoints where power and footprint constrain 4×4 implementation. |
Compared with QCA9984-AR1A and BCM43752KMLG, the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK uniquely combines 4×4 dual-band Wi-Fi 6, integrated BT5 with AoA/AoD, and sub-meter location in a single SoC - eliminating external components and enabling unified firmware control for carrier-class access infrastructure.
Availability
88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise access points, broadband gateways, and fixed wireless CPE requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and full 802.11ax feature compliance.
Supply support for 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK 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
Marvell Technology is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in data infrastructure solutions, with leadership in storage controllers, networking silicon, and wireless connectivity SoCs.
The 88W9064 family targets high-efficiency wireless platforms - engineered to deliver carrier-grade capacity, coverage, and coexistence in next-generation access infrastructure.
FAQ
What Wi-Fi standards does the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK support?
The 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) as primary standard, with full backward compatibility to 802.11a/b/g/n and 802.11ac Wave 2. It implements both downlink and uplink OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, and spatial reuse - all verified per IEEE 802.11-2020 specification. The 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK does not support 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) or proprietary extensions outside the ratified standard.
Does the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK include an integrated Bluetooth radio?
Yes, the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK integrates a full Bluetooth 5 radio supporting both Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth Low Energy. It enables long-range mode, direction finding via AoA and AoD, and hardware-based coexistence arbitration with Wi-Fi - all on-die without external components. This integrated BT5 is confirmed in Marvell's 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK Product Brief Rev. 11.17 and Hardware Design Spec.
What host interfaces are supported by the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK?
The 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK supports PCIe 3.0 (2-lane) and MoChi interconnect as primary host interfaces. PCIe operates at 8 GT/s with standard root complex compatibility; MoChi enables daisy-chained expansion with Marvell companion ICs. It also includes a dedicated high-speed UART for Bluetooth-only control. No USB, SDIO, or SPI host interface is implemented in the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK.
What is the precision location capability of the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK?
Based on Marvell's published specifications, the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK achieves ±1 meter distance accuracy and ±10° angular accuracy using time-of-flight and angle estimation techniques within the 802.11ax frame structure. This capability is enabled by integrated hardware accelerators and requires no external infrastructure or calibration. The 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK precision location engine is validated for indoor use cases only.
Is the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK pin-compatible with other members of the 88W9064 family?
No, the 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK is not pin-compatible with the 88W9064S variant. While both share the same 289-ball BGA package outline, pin functions differ significantly - particularly in RF interface mapping, GPIO assignments, and PCIe/MoChi signal routing. Marvell's Hardware Design Specification explicitly states that 88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK and 88W9064S require separate PCB layouts. Interchangeability is not supported.
88W9064-A1-BWPC/AK Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- -
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Type:
- TxRx Only
- RF Family/Standard:
- Bluetooth, WiFi
- Protocol:
- 802.11ax, Bluetooth v5.0
- Modulation:
- 1024QAM
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz, 5GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- 2.4Gbps
- Power - Output:
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- Sensitivity:
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- Serial Interfaces:
- GPIO, PCM, SPI, UART
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