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NXP Semiconductors LS1020ASE7KQB
- Part No.:
- LS1020ASE7KQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 525-FBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS1020ASE7KQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.0GHZ 525FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
LS1020ASE7KQB from NXP is a dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 communications processor for power-sensitive networking and industrial applications, delivering over 7,000 CoreMarks® at 1.2 GHz, ECC-protected 512 KB L2 cache, DDR3L/DDR4 memory support up to 1600 MHz, and integrated QUICC Engine for HDLC/TDM/PROFIBUS protocol acceleration in enterprise AP routers and IoT gateways.
For engineers reviewing the LS1020ASE7KQB datasheet, LS1020ASE7KQB pinout, LS1020ASE7KQB application, or LS1020ASE7KQB equivalent, key selection criteria include its sub-3 W typical system power, IEEE 1588-capable triple Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe Gen2 x2, SATA 3.0, USB 3.0 with integrated PHY, and hardware-accelerated security engine supporting Secure Boot and ARM TrustZone.
Technical Context
The LS1020ASE7KQB integrates two ARM Cortex-A7 cores with NEON SIMD and dual-precision FPU, each with 32 KB L1 I/D cache and shared 512 KB coherent L2 cache featuring single-bit error detection and correction. It uses Cache Coherent Interconnect (CCI-400) for core-to-peripheral coherency.
Its system-level integration includes a 4-lane 6 GHz multi-protocol SerDes supporting three 1 GbE ports (with IEEE 1588), two PCIe Gen2 endpoints, one SATA 3.0 interface, and QUICC Engine subsystem for legacy industrial protocol offload - all operating under 3 W typical total system power.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cores | Dual ARM Cortex-A7 @ up to 1.2 GHz; enables symmetric multiprocessing for real-time networking stacks. |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB coherent, ECC-protected; ensures data integrity and deterministic latency in mission-critical control paths. |
| Memory Support | DDR3L/DDR4, 8/16/32-bit bus, up to 1600 MHz; allows cost-optimized or future-proof memory selection without bandwidth bottleneck. |
| Ethernet | Three 1 GbE ports with IEEE 1588 v2 hardware timestamping; supports precise time synchronization for industrial automation and TSN-adjacent deployments. |
| PCIe | Two PCIe Gen2 x1 links (root/endpoint configurable); enables low-latency expansion for FPGA co-processing or custom I/O cards. |
| Security | QorIQ SEC 5.5 engine with Secure Boot, TrustZone, XOR/CRC acceleration; provides hardware-enforced boot chain integrity and runtime isolation. |
| QUICC Engine | Dedicated RISC-based coprocessor for HDLC, TDM, and PB protocols; eliminates host CPU overhead for industrial fieldbus bridging. |
Pinout & Package
LS1020ASE7KQB is housed in a 23x23 mm, 621-ball FC-BGA package (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free). Ball pitch is 1.0 mm; thermal pad on underside requires controlled solder paste volume for reliable heat dissipation in fanless designs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A12, B1–B12, etc. (full ball map per datasheet) | DDR3L/DDR4 address/control/data, SerDes lanes, PCIe/SATA/USB differential pairs, GPIO, I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, QUICC Engine signals | Ball assignment follows strict signal grouping: high-speed SerDes lanes isolated from memory buses; QUICC Engine pins clustered for external PHY routing; power/ground balls distributed per PDN guidelines. |
| VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, VDD_IO, etc. | Power supply domains | Separate regulated inputs required: 1.35 V DDR, 1.0 V core, 1.8/3.3 V I/O; sequencing must follow tRST assertion timing relative to VDD ramp rates. |
| BOOT_MODE[3:0] | Boot configuration strapping | Pulled via external resistors to select boot source: QuadSPI flash, SD/MMC, or IFC NAND/NOR; determines initial execution path before firmware handoff. |
| SEC_CONFIG[1:0] | Security mode selection | Hardwired to enable/disable Secure Boot and TrustZone enforcement during reset; irreversible fusing available post-configuration. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware Virtualization Support | ARMv7 virtualization extensions enable secure partitioning of Linux RT and bare-metal tasks on same SoC without hypervisor overhead. |
| Integrated QUICC Engine | Offloads HDLC/TDM/PROFIBUS framing and CRC generation from ARM cores, freeing >150 MHz CPU bandwidth for application logic. |
| Triple IEEE 1588-Compliant Ethernet | Hardware timestamping at MAC layer enables sub-100 ns time sync accuracy for industrial motion control and PTP grandmaster roles. |
| USB 3.0 with Integrated PHY | Eliminates need for external transceiver; reduces BOM count and PCB area while supporting SuperSpeed device/host modes. |
| ECC-Protected Caches | Single-bit error correction + double-bit error detection on both L1 and L2 caches prevents silent data corruption in 24/7 network infrastructure. |
Applications
| Enterprise AP Router | IoT Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density 802.11ac/n wireless access point aggregating 128+ client sessions with QoS-aware traffic shaping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing OpenWrt/Linux, managing Wi-Fi MAC offload, firewall, and VLAN switching. Use Value: Dual Cortex-A7 cores handle concurrent packet forwarding (via DPAA) and management plane tasks while staying within PoE+ 25.5 W budget. | Use Scenario: Field-deployed edge node collecting sensor data from Modbus RTU, CAN, and BLE peripherals for cloud upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central protocol gateway running protocol translation (Modbus-to-MQTT), TLS encryption, and local rule engine. Use Value: QUICC Engine handles serial fieldbus framing; ARM cores run lightweight OS and crypto stack; sub-3 W power enables passive cooling in outdoor enclosures. |
| Industrial Controller | Security Appliance |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail PLC controller performing real-time motion coordination across EtherCAT slaves with deterministic cycle times. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control host with DPAA-accelerated EtherCAT master stack and Linux-based HMI backend. Use Value: IEEE 1588 hardware timestamping synchronizes EtherCAT clocks to ±50 ns; ECC cache ensures reliability during extended unattended operation. | Use Scenario: Unified threat management (UTM) appliance inspecting encrypted HTTPS traffic at 500 Mbps line rate. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Cryptographic accelerator host running Suricata IDS, OpenSSL TLS termination, and stateful firewall. Use Value: QorIQ SEC 5.5 engine performs AES-GCM, SHA-256, and RSA-2048 at wire speed; dual cores manage concurrent inspection threads without throttling. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS1022ASE7KQB | Single-core ARM Cortex-A7 @ 600 MHz; no QUICC Engine; DDR3L only up to 1033 MHz; lower power (sub-2 W). | Better suited for CAN/UART-based industrial controllers where legacy protocol offload is unnecessary and cost/power are primary constraints. | Select LS1022ASE7KQB when QUICC Engine and full DDR4 support are not required, and thermal envelope is tighter. |
| i.MX 6SoloX MCIMX6SXNNCZD | ARM Cortex-A9 + Cortex-M4 dual-core; no SerDes; no PCIe/SATA; limited Ethernet (1× 1GbE); no QUICC Engine. | Targeted at multimedia-rich HMI and low-end gateway applications requiring M4 real-time co-processing but not high-speed interconnects. | Choose i.MX 6SoloX when audio/video processing and deterministic M4 control are needed, but networking bandwidth and protocol flexibility are secondary. |
Compared with LS1022ASE7KQB and i.MX 6SoloX, the LS1020ASE7KQB uniquely combines dual A7 performance, QUICC Engine offload, triple 1588 Ethernet, and PCIe/SATA - making it optimal for scalable, protocol-diverse networking infrastructure where hardware-accelerated determinism matters.
Availability
LS1020ASE7KQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise AP routers, IoT gateways, industrial controllers, and security appliances requiring stable component supply across long-life industrial programs.
Supply support for LS1020ASE7KQB 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 leader focused on automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure solutions, with deep expertise in secure connectivity and edge processing.
The QorIQ LS1020A series belongs to NXP's Layerscape architecture family, designed specifically to deliver high-performance, low-power, and highly integrated processing for next-generation networking and industrial edge devices.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR4 speed supported by LS1020ASE7KQB?
The LS1020ASE7KQB supports DDR4 memory at data rates up to 1600 MT/s using an 8-, 16-, or 32-bit bus interface. This capability enables high-bandwidth data movement for packet buffering and application workloads while maintaining sub-3 W system power. LS1020ASE7KQB's memory controller includes hardware-calibrated read/write leveling and on-die termination control for robust signal integrity across temperature and voltage variations.
Does LS1020ASE7KQB include hardware support for IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol?
Yes, LS1020ASE7KQB integrates IEEE 1588 v2 hardware timestamping engines across all three Gigabit Ethernet MACs, enabling sub-100 ns timestamp resolution at the MAC layer. This allows LS1020ASE7KQB to serve as a boundary clock or transparent clock in time-sensitive networking deployments without software intervention or CPU load penalties.
Is QUICC Engine present in LS1020ASE7KQB, and what protocols does it support?
Yes, LS1020ASE7KQB includes a fully functional QUICC Engine subsystem supporting HDLC, TDM, and packet-based (PB) protocols. It offloads framing, CRC generation, and channelized time-division multiplexing - critical for PROFIBUS, E1/T1, and legacy industrial backhaul. LS1020ASE7KQB's QUICC Engine operates independently of the ARM cores, preserving CPU cycles for application-layer tasks.
What security features are implemented in LS1020ASE7KQB beyond Secure Boot?
LS1020ASE7KQB implements ARM TrustZone for hardware-enforced memory and peripheral isolation, plus the QorIQ Security Engine (SEC) 5.5 with dedicated accelerators for AES-GCM, SHA-256, RSA-2048, and ECC. It also includes tamper-resistant security fuses, secure debug disable, and runtime cryptographic key protection - all verified in LS1020ASE7KQB silicon and documented in NXP's AN5403 application note.
Can LS1020ASE7KQB operate in a fanless industrial enclosure?
Yes, LS1020ASE7KQB is rated for industrial temperature range (–40°C to +105°C) and designed for fanless operation with typical system power under 3 W. Its 23×23 mm FC-BGA package includes a thermal pad compatible with standard heatsink mounting; thermal design guidelines in NXP document AN5382 specify copper pour and via requirements to maintain junction temperature below 105°C at ambient 70°C.
LS1020ASE7KQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 525-FBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ® Layerscape
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A7
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.0GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3L, DDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- GbE (3)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (1)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (1), USB 3.0 + PHY
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Secure Boot, TrustZone®
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 525-FCPBGA (19x19)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
LS1020ASE7KQB FAQ
1.How can I place an order for LS1020ASE7KQB through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for LS1020ASE7KQB on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for LS1020ASE7KQB?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that LS1020ASE7KQB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All LS1020ASE7KQB products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that LS1020ASE7KQB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of LS1020ASE7KQB?
All LS1020ASE7KQB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with LS1020ASE7KQB, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The LS1020ASE7KQB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS1020ASE7KQB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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