NXP Semiconductors LS1023ASE7MNLB
- Part No.:
- LS1023ASE7MNLB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 621-FBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS1023ASE7MNLB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORLQ LS1 1.2GHZ 621BGA
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Overview
LS1023ASE7MNLB from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A53 communications processor operating at up to 1.2 GHz, featuring 1 MB ECC-protected L2 cache, a 32-bit DDR4/DDR3L memory controller supporting up to 1.6 GT/s, and integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for packet classification, queue management, and cryptographic acceleration. It targets industrial gateways and secure edge networking appliances requiring deterministic real-time performance.
For engineers reviewing the LS1023ASE7MNLB datasheet, LS1023ASE7MNLB pinout, LS1023ASE7MNLB application, or LS1023ASE7MNLB equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated package mapping, confirmed pin functions, and application-specific design value - all derived from the official LS1023A/LS1043A Rev. 4.1 datasheet and NXP's documented part numbering nomenclature.
Technical Context
The LS1023ASE7MNLB implements a hierarchical CCI-400™ coherency fabric enabling hardware-managed data coherency across its two Cortex-A53 cores and DPAA accelerators (FMan, QMan, BMan, SEC). Its SerDes subsystem provides four lanes configurable for PCIe 2.0 x4, SATA 3.0, SGMII (1G/2.5G), or XFI (10G), with IEEE 1588 timestamping support on Ethernet interfaces.
It integrates a full peripheral suite including three USB 3.0 controllers with PHYs, eSDHC supporting SD 3.0/eMMC 4.5, QuadSPI and DSPI, IFC for NAND/NOR flash, six LPUARTs, two DUARTs, four I²C controllers, and Trust Architecture for secure boot and runtime integrity - all mapped to a 621-ball FC-PBGA (21×21 mm) package with defined power domain partitioning (G1VDD, OVDD, DVDD, EVDD).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Dual 64-bit Arm Cortex-A53, up to 1.2 GHz - enables Linux-based real-time edge compute with NEON SIMD and v8 cryptography extensions. |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB unified instruction/data cache with ECC - ensures system-level reliability in industrial temperature operation. |
| Memory Controller | 32-bit DDR4/DDR3L, up to 1.6 GT/s with ECC and interleaving - supports ≥4 GB addressable RAM for gateway routing tables and packet buffers. |
| DPAA Acceleration | FMan + QMan + BMan + SEC - offloads packet parsing, scheduling, buffer management, and AES/SHA crypto from CPU cores. |
| Ethernet Interfaces | Up to two RGMII ports with IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping - enables precise time-synchronized industrial control and TSN-ready edge nodes. |
| SerDes Configuration | Four lanes supporting PCIe 2.0 x4, SATA 3.0, or up to four SGMII (1 GbE) - allows flexible high-speed peripheral expansion without external switches. |
| Security | Trust Architecture with secure boot, ARM TrustZone, and fuse-based security engine - enforces chain-of-trust from ROM to OS. |
Pinout & Package
LS1023ASE7MNLB uses a 621-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA) package with 21×21 mm body size and 0.8 mm ball pitch, compliant with JEDEC MO-270AB. Power domains include G1VDD (DDR I/O), OVDD (IFC/SPI/eSDHC), DVDD (UART/GPIO), and EVDD (eSDHC core).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| D1_MA00–D1_MA15 | DDR Address Bus | 16-bit multiplexed address lines for DDR4/DDR3L SDRAM - supports up to 4 GB addressing with bank/row/column decoding. |
| D1_MDQ00–D1_MDQ31 | DDR Data Bus | 32-bit bidirectional data path with DQS strobes and ECC bits - enables burst transfers at 1.6 GT/s with error correction. |
| IFC_AD00–IFC_AD15 | Flash Address/Data Bus | 16-bit multiplexed interface for NAND/NOR flash boot storage - supports 28-bit addressing and 16-bit data width per IFC spec. |
| EC1_TXD0–EC1_RXD3 | Ethernet MAC Interface | RGMII-compliant 4-lane transmit/receive signals - connects directly to external PHYs for 1 GbE with 1588 timestamp registers. |
| USB1_TX_P/M, USB1_RX_P/M | USB 3.0 Differential Pair | Full-speed SuperSpeed transceiver pair with integrated PHY - eliminates need for external USB 3.0 PHY ICs. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DPAA Hardware Accelerators | FMan parses/classifies packets at line rate; QMan manages >16K queues with priority scheduling - reduces CPU load by >70% in routing workloads. |
| Integrated Security Engine (SEC) | Hardware-accelerated AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048 - enables IPsec/IKEv2 throughput ≥1 Gbps without software overhead. |
| QuadSPI Boot Interface | Supports XIP (execute-in-place) from serial NOR flash - enables fast, secure boot with minimal external components. |
| Real-Time Debug & Trace | ARM CoreSight infrastructure with ETM, STM, and SWO - provides non-intrusive instruction tracing and system event monitoring. |
| Industrial Temperature Range | Rated for –40°C to +105°C junction temperature - qualified for uncooled deployment in DIN-rail industrial gateways. |
Applications
| Industrial Gateway | Secure Edge Router |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Protocol translation between Modbus TCP, CANopen, and MQTT in factory automation networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central SoC executing real-time Linux, managing dual Ethernet ports, and running DPAA-accelerated packet forwarding. Use Value: Deterministic latency <50 µs for control traffic via QMan scheduling and hardware timestamping on both RGMII interfaces. |
Use Scenario: Firewall and VPN termination at remote site edge with encrypted WAN backhaul. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-core host for OpenWrt with SEC offloading IPsec encryption/decryption. Use Value: Full 1 Gbps IPsec throughput sustained using hardware crypto engines, freeing CPU for deep packet inspection. |
| Time-Sensitive Networking Node | Smart Energy Gateway |
|
Use Scenario: IEEE 802.1AS grandmaster clock and TSN bridge in substation automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision timing source with hardware 1588v2 timestamping on RGMII and PTP event message processing in FMan. Use Value: Sub-100 ns timestamp accuracy and <1 µs jitter - meets IEC 61850-9-3 Class D requirements. |
Use Scenario: AMI concentrator aggregating DLMS/COSEM meter data over RF mesh and cellular backhaul. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure data aggregator with eSDHC for local meter log storage and USB 3.0 for firmware updates. Use Value: Dual eMMC 4.5 support enables redundant firmware partitions; TrustZone isolates metering and comms stacks. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS1043ASE7MNLB | Quad-core Cortex-A53 @ 1.6 GHz, same DPAA/SEC/IO set - adds 2 extra CPU cores and higher clock frequency. | Higher throughput routing/firewall; supports larger routing tables and concurrent VMs. | Select when >2.5 Gbps packet forwarding or multi-container Linux workloads are required. |
| LS1026ASE7MNLB | Adds 2x 2.5G Ethernet MACs and enhanced SEC with ChaCha20/Poly1305 - no RGMII, only SGMII/XFI. | Optimized for 2.5G/5G fixed wireless access and broadband CPE with higher crypto agility. | Select when native 2.5G Ethernet and post-quantum crypto readiness are mandatory. |
Compared with LS1023ASE7MNLB, LS1043ASE7MNLB delivers 2× CPU capacity and 33% higher clock speed for compute-bound tasks, while LS1026ASE7MNLB trades RGMII flexibility for hardened 2.5G MACs and modern cipher support - making LS1023ASE7MNLB the optimal balance of real-time determinism, industrial I/O, and cost efficiency.
Availability
LS1023ASE7MNLB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, secure edge routers, and time-sensitive networking nodes requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing for production programs.
Supply support for LS1023ASE7MNLB 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 secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and communication infrastructure markets.
The LS1023A belongs to NXP's QorIQ Layerscape family - designed specifically for cost-sensitive, power-efficient edge networking and industrial control applications requiring real-time responsiveness and hardware-accelerated data path processing.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR4 data rate supported by LS1023ASE7MNLB?
The LS1023ASE7MNLB supports DDR4/DDR3L memory at up to 1.6 GT/s (800 MHz clock), with ECC, interleaving, and 32-bit bus width. This enables sustained bandwidth of ≥12.8 GB/s for packet buffering and routing table lookups in industrial gateway deployments.
Does LS1023ASE7MNLB support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol?
Yes, LS1023ASE7MNLB includes hardware timestamping logic in its Ethernet MACs (EC1/EC2) compliant with IEEE 1588v2. Timestamp registers capture ingress/egress times with sub-microsecond resolution, enabling grandmaster clock and transparent clock implementations in TSN networks.
Can LS1023ASE7MNLB boot directly from QuadSPI flash?
Yes, LS1023ASE7MNLB supports XIP (execute-in-place) boot from QuadSPI NOR flash via its dedicated QSPI_A/QSPI_B interfaces. The boot ROM initializes the SerDes and DDR controller before loading the RCW and U-Boot, enabling secure, low-latency startup.
What security features are integrated into LS1023ASE7MNLB?
LS1023ASE7MNLB integrates Trust Architecture with secure boot (ROM-based), ARM TrustZone, fuse-programmable security keys, and a hardware Security Engine (SEC) supporting AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, and RSA-2048 - enabling end-to-end chain-of-trust for industrial firmware and data.
Is LS1023ASE7MNLB pin-compatible with LS1043ASE7MNLB?
No, LS1023ASE7MNLB and LS1043ASE7MNLB share the same 621-ball FC-PBGA package and pinout layout per NXP's LS1023A/LS1043A datasheet Rev. 4.1 - enabling PCB reuse between dual-core and quad-core variants within the same thermal and power envelope.
LS1023ASE7MNLB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 621-FBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorlQ LS1
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A53
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.2GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3L, DDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1GbE (7), 10GbE (1), 2.5GbE (2)
- SATA:
- SATA 6Gbps (1)
- USB:
- USB 3.0 + PHY (3)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, Boot Security
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 621-FCPBGA (21x21)
- Additional Interfaces:
- eMMC/SD/SDIO, I2C, SPI, UART
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of LS1023ASE7MNLB?
All LS1023ASE7MNLB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with LS1023ASE7MNLB, 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 LS1023ASE7MNLB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS1023ASE7MNLB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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