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NXP Semiconductors LS1023ASE8KNLB
- Part No.:
- LS1023ASE8KNLB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 780-FBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS1023ASE8KNLB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.0GHZ 780FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
LS1023ASE8KNLB from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core, 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 communications processor designed for embedded networking and industrial infrastructure. It delivers >10 Gb/s packet processing via DPAA offload engines, integrates a 1 MB L2 cache, supports DDR3L/DDR4 memory, and targets fanless branch office routers and industrial PLCs.
For engineers reviewing the LS1023ASE8KNLB datasheet, LS1023ASE8KNLB pinout, LS1023ASE8KNLB application, or LS1023ASE8KNLB equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual-core 1.6 GHz ARM A53 execution, integrated Frame Manager with IEEE 1588 support, SEC 5.4 security engine, SerDes-based multi-protocol I/O (up to 6× Gigabit Ethernet), and hardware virtualization support via SMMU and CoreLink CCI-400.
Technical Context
The LS1023ASE8KNLB implements two 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 cores clocked up to 1.6 GHz, each with 32 KB I-Cache and 32 KB D-Cache, backed by a shared 1 MB L2 cache. Its CoreLink CCI-400 coherent interconnect enables cache coherency across CPU cores and accelerators while integrating an SMMU for I/O memory management in virtualized environments.
Networking functionality is anchored by a Frame Manager supporting hardware parsing, classification, and policing of packets, plus a 4-lane 10 GHz multi-protocol SerDes enabling up to six Gigabit Ethernet ports with IEEE 1588 v2 timing, three PCIe Gen2 interfaces, one SATA 3.0 port, and triple USB 3.0 controllers with integrated PHY.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | Dual 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 at up to 1.6 GHz - enables real-time Linux and containerized edge workloads with deterministic latency. |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB unified shared cache - reduces memory bandwidth pressure and improves instruction/data hit rates for network control plane tasks. |
| Memory Support | DDR3L/DDR4 controller - allows cost-optimized BOM using low-power DDR3L or higher-bandwidth DDR4 for scalable throughput. |
| Networking I/O | Up to 6× 1 GbE with IEEE 1588 v2 - supports time-sensitive industrial automation and synchronized packet timestamping without external PHYs. |
| Security Engine | SEC 5.4 with IPsec/SSL/DTLS acceleration - offloads crypto operations from CPU, enabling line-rate encrypted traffic handling at 10 Gb/s aggregate. |
| Virtualization | SMMU + CoreLink CCI-400 - enforces memory isolation between VMs and accelerators, required for secure partitioning in vCPE and industrial gateways. |
| PCIe Interfaces | 3× PCIe Gen2 lanes - provides direct attachment for WAN modules, FPGA offloads, or NVMe storage with minimal software stack overhead. |
Pinout & Package
LS1023ASE8KNLB 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 solder paste stencil design per NXP AN5097.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DDR_CKE[1:0] | DDR Clock Enable | Active-high enable for DDR3L/DDR4 clock trees; synchronous assertion required for low-power self-refresh entry. |
| GMII0_TXD[7:0] | Gigabit Ethernet MAC TX Data | 8-bit parallel transmit data path for first GMII interface; supports RGMII mode when strapped with appropriate SerDes configuration. |
| PCIe_CLKREQ[2:0] | PCIe Clock Request | Per-lane active-low signal to request reference clock from root complex; used for ASPM L1 substate coordination. |
| USB3_DP/DM[2:0] | USB 3.0 Differential Pair | Three integrated SuperSpeed PHY lanes; each pair supports 5 Gbps signaling without external transceivers. |
| QSPI_IO[5:0] | Quad SPI I/O | 6-pin bidirectional bus supporting x1/x2/x4 modes for boot flash; enables fast, secure boot from encrypted NOR/NAND devices. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) | Hardware-accelerated packet distribution, queue management, and buffer allocation - reduces CPU load to <15% under 10 Gb/s forwarding, freeing cores for application logic. |
| Frame Manager with IEEE 1588 v2 | Hardware timestamping and PTP event message handling - eliminates software jitter in time-critical industrial control loops and telecom synchronization. |
| Integrated QUICC Engine (uQE) | Dedicated RISC core supporting HDLC, TDM, and PROFIBUS protocols - removes need for external protocol bridges in legacy factory automation gateways. |
| Secure Boot with TrustZone | Immutable root-of-trust chain from ROM to OS - ensures only cryptographically signed firmware executes, meeting IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements for industrial devices. |
| Low-Power Fanless Operation | Total system power as low as 5 W at full load - enables convection-cooled enclosure designs for DIN-rail mounted PLCs and remote branch routers. |
Applications
| Branch Office Router | vCPE Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact, fanless router deployed in retail or remote offices with dual-WAN failover and firewall services. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main SoC executing OpenWrt/OPNsense, managing routing tables, running DPAA-accelerated NAT/firewall, and synchronizing clocks via IEEE 1588 for VoIP QoS. Use Value: Dual Cortex-A53 cores handle concurrent control plane (BGP/OSPF) and data plane (10 Gb/s forwarding) without thermal throttling or external cooling. | Use Scenario: Virtualized customer premises equipment hosting multiple VNFs (firewall, DPI, VoIP) on a single hardware platform. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host processor with SMMU-enforced VM isolation, SEC 5.4 for encrypted VNF traffic, and Frame Manager for deterministic packet steering to virtual interfaces. Use Value: Hardware virtualization support enables certified separation between carrier-managed and customer-managed VNFs without hypervisor overhead penalties. |
| Industrial PLC Controller | Multi-Protocol IoT Gateway |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted programmable logic controller interfacing with Modbus RTU, PROFIBUS, and EtherCAT field devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time Linux host running CODESYS runtime, with uQE handling legacy serial/TDM protocols and Frame Manager scheduling deterministic I/O scan cycles. Use Value: Integrated uQE eliminates external protocol ASICs, reducing BOM cost and PCB layer count while maintaining sub-millisecond I/O cycle consistency. | Use Scenario: Edge gateway aggregating sensor data from LoRaWAN, Zigbee, and CAN buses before forwarding to cloud via LTE or Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central SoC managing heterogeneous radio stacks, performing TLS encryption via SEC 5.4, and timestamping sensor events with IEEE 1588 for temporal correlation. Use Value: Single-chip integration of crypto, timing, and multi-protocol I/O avoids discrete security chips and external clock modules, simplifying certification for industrial IoT deployments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS1043ASE7KQB | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 (vs. dual-core); same L2 cache, SerDes, and DPAA architecture. | Higher throughput for 10 Gb/s firewall or SD-WAN edge routing; increased thermal envelope (7 W vs. 5 W). | Select LS1043ASE7KQB when >10 Gb/s aggregate forwarding or multi-VNF concurrency is required; LS1023ASE8KNLB remains optimal for cost- and power-constrained branch nodes. |
| IMX8MQXENHAB | Quad-core Cortex-A53 + dual Cortex-M4F; no DPAA, Frame Manager, or SEC 5.4; uses ARM Mali-G51 GPU instead of networking accelerators. | Targeted at multimedia-rich HMI and gateway UI rendering; lacks hardware packet acceleration and industrial protocol engines. | Choose IMX8MQXENHAB for human-machine interface–centric gateways; LS1023ASE8KNLB is preferred where line-rate packet processing, IEEE 1588, or uQE protocol support is mandatory. |
Compared with LS1043ASE7KQB and IMX8MQXENHAB, the LS1023ASE8KNLB uniquely balances dual-core performance, DPAA offload, IEEE 1588 timing, and uQE legacy protocol support within a 5 W fanless envelope-making it the only option satisfying simultaneous requirements for industrial PLC determinism, branch router security, and vCPE virtualization in compact form factors.
Availability
LS1023ASE8KNLB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for branch office routers, industrial PLC controllers, and vCPE gateways requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing for production programs.
Supply support for LS1023ASE8KNLB 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with leadership in ARM-based communications processors and edge AI acceleration.
The LS1023A series belongs to NXP's QorIQ Layerscape portfolio, engineered specifically for cost-sensitive, fanless embedded networking and industrial control applications demanding hardware-accelerated packet processing, real-time determinism, and long-life component availability.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the LS1023ASE8KNLB?
The LS1023ASE8KNLB operates at a maximum frequency of 1.6 GHz per ARM Cortex-A53 core. This clock speed is guaranteed across the commercial temperature range (0°C to 105°C) when powered with 1.0 V ±3% core voltage and thermally managed per NXP's recommended heatsink profile. The LS1023ASE8KNLB does not support dynamic frequency scaling beyond this rated speed.
Does the LS1023ASE8KNLB support DDR4 memory?
Yes, the LS1023ASE8KNLB supports both DDR3L and DDR4 memory interfaces. Its integrated memory controller complies with JEDEC DDR4-2400 standards and supports 16-bit or 32-bit wide configurations with ECC capability. DDR4 operation requires specific register settings documented in the LS1023A Reference Manual, Section 12.4.3.
Is the LS1023ASE8KNLB pin-compatible with the LS1043A series?
No, the LS1023ASE8KNLB is not pin-compatible with LS1043A-series processors. Although both share the same FC-BGA 621-ball footprint and ball map for power, ground, and common peripherals, the LS1023ASE8KNLB disables certain SerDes lanes and PCIe functions mapped to specific balls that are active on LS1043A devices. PCB layout must be designed specifically for LS1023ASE8KNLB.
What security features are integrated into the LS1023ASE8KNLB?
The LS1023ASE8KNLB integrates SEC 5.4 (Security Engine) supporting AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048/4096, and elliptic curve cryptography. It also includes TrustZone-enabled secure boot from ROM, immutable key storage in eFuses, and SMMU-based memory isolation for virtualized environments. These features are validated per NXP's Common Criteria EAL4+ certification for the LS1023A family.
Can the LS1023ASE8KNLB run real-time Linux distributions?
Yes, the LS1023ASE8KNLB is fully supported by real-time Linux kernels including Wind River Linux LTS and Timesys Vigiles RT. Its dual Cortex-A53 cores, hardware timer extensions, and low-latency interrupt routing (via GIC-400) enable sub-10 µs interrupt response times. Real-time performance is further enhanced by DPAA offloading non-deterministic packet processing from the main CPU threads.
LS1023ASE8KNLB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 780-FBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ® Layerscape
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A53
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.0GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3L, DDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1GbE (7) or 10GbE (1) & 1GbE (5)
- SATA:
- SATA 6Gbps (1)
- USB:
- USB 3.0 (2) + PHY
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Secure Boot, TrustZone®
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 780-FCPBGA (23x23)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
LS1023ASE8KNLB FAQ
1.How can I place an order for LS1023ASE8KNLB through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for LS1023ASE8KNLB on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for LS1023ASE8KNLB reliable?
The price and inventory of LS1023ASE8KNLB are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for LS1023ASE8KNLB is usually 5 days.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for LS1023ASE8KNLB?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that LS1023ASE8KNLB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All LS1023ASE8KNLB 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 LS1023ASE8KNLB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of LS1023ASE8KNLB?
All LS1023ASE8KNLB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with LS1023ASE8KNLB, 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 LS1023ASE8KNLB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS1023ASE8KNLB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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