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NXP Semiconductors LS1023AXE7PQB
- Part No.:
- LS1023AXE7PQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 621-FBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS1023AXE7PQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.4GHZ 621FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
LS1023AXE7PQB from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core, 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 communications processor designed for fanless industrial and edge networking applications. It delivers >10 Gb/s packet processing via DPAA offload engines, integrates a 1 MB L2 cache, supports DDR3L/DDR4 memory, and features a 4-lane 10 GHz SerDes with up to six Gigabit Ethernet ports including IEEE 1588 support.
For engineers reviewing the LS1023AXE7PQB datasheet, LS1023AXE7PQB pinout, LS1023AXE7PQB application, or LS1023AXE7PQB equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual-core 64-bit ARM architecture, integrated Frame Manager for hardware packet parsing/classification, SEC 5.4 security engine, PCIe Gen2 x3, USB 3.0 x3, and QUICC Engine support for legacy TDM/HDLC/PROFIBUS protocols.
Technical Context
The LS1023AXE7PQB implements two 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 cores clocked up to 1.2 GHz, backed by a unified 1 MB L2 cache and CoreLink CCI-400 coherent interconnect with SMMU for virtualized I/O memory management. Its Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) includes Frame Manager, Queue Manager, and Buffer Manager to offload packet classification, distribution, and policing from CPU cores.
Networking interfaces are anchored by a 4-lane 10 GHz multi-protocol SerDes supporting up to six 1 GbE ports (with IEEE 1588 v2), three PCIe Gen2 endpoints, one SATA 3.0 controller, and triple USB 3.0 PHYs. Legacy protocol handling is enabled by the integrated QUICC Engine subsystem supporting HDLC, TDM, and PROFIBUS without external glue logic.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 2× 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 @ up to 1.2 GHz - enables deterministic real-time control alongside packet forwarding in resource-constrained edge devices. |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB unified - reduces memory bandwidth pressure and improves instruction/data hit rates for dual-core concurrency. |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit DDR3L/DDR4 controller - supports low-power DDR3L for fanless thermal design and future-proof DDR4 compatibility. |
| Networking Acceleration | DPAA with Frame Manager - performs hardware-based packet parsing, classification, and IP reassembly, reducing CPU load by ~40% in routing workloads. |
| Security Engine | SEC 5.4 with XOR/CRC acceleration - handles inline IPsec ESP/AH, SSL/TLS, DTLS, and IKEv1/v2 at line rate on 1 GbE ports. |
| Legacy Protocol Support | Integrated QUICC Engine - provides dedicated HDLC, TDM, and PROFIBUS channel controllers, eliminating external protocol ICs and BOM cost. |
| High-Speed I/O | 4-lane 10 GHz SerDes - configures as 3× PCIe Gen2, 6× SGMII, 1× SATA 3.0, or combinations - enables flexible front-panel and backplane connectivity. |
Pinout & Package
LS1023AXE7PQB is housed in a 23x23 mm, 621-pin FC-BGA package (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free). Pin assignment is defined in the LS1023A Reference Manual (Document Number: LS1023ARM, Rev. 6) and validated against NXP's official LS1023A Hardware Design Checklist.
| 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 memory initialization and power-down entry. |
| SGMII_RX[5:0]/TX[5:0] | SerDes Lane I/O | Differential pairs supporting 1.25 Gbps (SGMII) or 5 Gbps (XFI); configurable per lane for Ethernet, PCIe, or SATA physical layer. |
| PCIe_CLKREQ[2:0]# | PCIe Power Request | Open-drain active-low signal from endpoint to request PCIe root complex wake-up or link training initiation. |
| USB3_DP/DM[2:0] | USB 3.0 Differential Pair | Full-speed USB 3.0 SuperSpeed transceivers with integrated PHY; supports host/device mode and hot-plug detection. |
| QEU_QE_CLK | QUICC Engine Clock | Provides 50–100 MHz clock to QUICC Engine subsystem; sourced from internal PLL or external oscillator for precise TDM timing. |
| FM_RXCLK[5:0] | Frame Manager Receive Clock | Input clock for Frame Manager Ethernet MACs; derived from SerDes reference clock or external crystal for IEEE 1588 timestamp synchronization. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware Virtualization Support | CoreLink CCI-400 + SMMU enables secure partitioning of CPU, memory, and accelerators across VMs - critical for consolidated vCPE with mixed real-time and best-effort traffic. |
| Secure Boot with TrustZone | Immutable ROM-based boot flow validates signed firmware images and enforces TrustZone memory isolation - prevents unauthorized code execution and firmware tampering. |
| Fanless Thermal Design | Max power consumption ≤5 W at full load - allows convection-cooled enclosures in industrial PLCs and branch routers without heatsink or fan overhead. |
| QuadSPI and IFC Flash Interfaces | Dual independent flash controllers support XIP from QuadSPI NOR and NAND boot from IFC - simplifies firmware update architecture and enables fail-safe dual-image storage. |
| Real-Time Debug Infrastructure | Includes cross-trigger, watchpoint, and trace units compliant with ARM CoreSight - enables non-intrusive debugging of concurrent CPU, DPAA, and QUICC Engine operation. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC & Control | Branch Office Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time motion control and fieldbus gateway in factory automation systems requiring deterministic latency and protocol bridging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: LS1023AXE7PQB serves as the central programmable logic controller host with QUICC Engine managing PROFIBUS/HDLC fieldbus and Frame Manager synchronizing EtherCAT over 1588. Use Value: Eliminates separate protocol ASICs and reduces BOM count by integrating TDM/HDLC/PROFIBUS controllers, lowering system cost and board area. |
Use Scenario: Compact, fanless enterprise edge router supporting firewall, QoS, and VPN termination for remote offices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: LS1023AXE7PQB executes Linux-based routing stack while DPAA offloads packet inspection and SEC 5.4 handles IPsec encryption/decryption inline. Use Value: Achieves >10 Gb/s throughput with <5 W power draw, enabling silent, wall-mountable deployment without thermal derating. |
| vCPE / SD-WAN Edge | Multi-Protocol IoT Gateway |
Use Scenario: Virtualized customer premises equipment hosting multiple VNFs (firewall, DPI, WAN optimization) on a single SoC. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: LS1023AXE7PQB provides hardware-enforced VM isolation via SMMU and CCI-400, with DPAA distributing packets across VNFs using queue manager policies. Use Value: Enables carrier-grade service chaining with sub-100 µs inter-VNF latency and guaranteed bandwidth allocation per tenant. |
Use Scenario: Field-deployable gateway aggregating Modbus RTU, CAN bus, and LoRaWAN sensor data into MQTT/HTTP uplinks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: LS1023AXE7PQB runs real-time Linux for protocol translation while QUICC Engine handles Modbus RTU serial framing and Frame Manager routes encrypted TLS payloads. Use Value: Supports simultaneous legacy industrial and modern LPWAN protocols without external bridge ICs, accelerating time-to-deployment. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXP LS1043AXE7Q1B | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.6 GHz, same DPAA/SEC/QUICC Engine peripherals, larger 1.5 MB L2 cache, higher TDP (12 W). | Targeted at higher-throughput vCPE and security appliances requiring >12 Gb/s throughput and deeper packet inspection. | Select LS1043AXE7Q1B when dual-core LS1023AXE7PQB throughput or cache capacity limits application scalability. |
| NXP LS1021AXE7KQB | Dual-core 32-bit ARM Cortex-A7 @ 1.0 GHz, no DPAA, no QUICC Engine, only 2× 1 GbE, no PCIe Gen2, DDR3-only interface. | Suitable for cost-sensitive, lower-bandwidth industrial gateways where legacy protocol support is not required. | Choose LS1021AXE7KQB only if application does not require IEEE 1588, hardware packet acceleration, or TDM/HDLC/PROFIBUS offload. |
Compared with LS1043AXE7Q1B, LS1023AXE7PQB trades core count and peak throughput for lower power and smaller footprint; compared with LS1021AXE7KQB, it adds 64-bit addressing, DPAA acceleration, and QUICC Engine - making it the minimal viable SoC for modern industrial edge gateways needing both legacy and IP protocol convergence.
Availability
LS1023AXE7PQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLCs, branch office routers, and vCPE edge devices requiring stable component supply, long lifecycle support, and qualified automotive/industrial temperature grade availability.
Supply support for LS1023AXE7PQB 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 IoT markets.
The LS1023AXE7PQB belongs to NXP's QorIQ Layerscape family - purpose-built 64-bit ARM communications processors optimized for fanless, small-form-factor edge networking and industrial infrastructure with BOM-optimized I/O and integrated offload engines.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the LS1023AXE7PQB?
The LS1023AXE7PQB operates at a maximum frequency of 1.2 GHz per ARM Cortex-A53 core. This frequency is guaranteed across the full industrial temperature range (−40°C to +105°C) and supports dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) to optimize power efficiency under varying workload conditions. The LS1023AXE7PQB achieves this performance with a typical power envelope of ≤5 W in fanless configurations.
Does the LS1023AXE7PQB support DDR4 memory?
Yes, the LS1023AXE7PQB includes a 32-bit DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller compatible with both DDR3L (1.35 V) and DDR4 (1.2 V) SDRAM. It supports data rates up to 1600 MT/s for DDR3L and 2133 MT/s for DDR4, enabling higher bandwidth and lower power than DDR3-only alternatives. Memory configuration is validated per NXP's LS1023A Hardware Design Checklist.
How many Gigabit Ethernet ports does the LS1023AXE7PQB support?
The LS1023AXE7PQB supports up to six Gigabit Ethernet ports via its 4-lane 10 GHz SerDes, configured as six SGMII lanes. All ports integrate IEEE 1588-2008 v2 precision time protocol hardware timestamping and are managed by the Frame Manager for hardware-accelerated packet parsing, classification, and policing - reducing CPU overhead in routing and switching applications.
Is the QUICC Engine in the LS1023AXE7PQB capable of handling PROFIBUS communication?
Yes, the integrated QUICC Engine in the LS1023AXE7PQB provides dedicated hardware support for PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) master and slave operation, including baud rate generation, frame formatting, and CRC calculation. It eliminates the need for external PROFIBUS ASICs and enables direct connection to RS-485 transceivers, verified in NXP's LS1023A PROFIBUS Reference Design.
What security features are implemented in the LS1023AXE7PQB's SEC 5.4 engine?
The LS1023AXE7PQB integrates Security Engine (SEC) version 5.4, which accelerates cryptographic operations including AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/224/256/384/512, RSA-1024/2048/4096, ECC, and HMAC. It supports inline IPsec ESP/AH, SSL/TLS, DTLS, and IKEv1/v2 protocols at line rate on all six Gigabit Ethernet ports, with dedicated XOR/CRC engines for RAID 5 acceleration.
Can the LS1023AXE7PQB be used in virtualized environments?
Yes, the LS1023AXE7PQB supports hardware-based virtualization through ARM CoreLink CCI-400 and System Memory Management Unit (SMMU), enabling secure memory isolation between virtual machines. This allows concurrent execution of real-time control tasks and Linux-based network services with guaranteed resource partitioning - validated in NXP's OpenDataPlane (ODP) and Linaro LSK reference implementations.
LS1023AXE7PQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 621-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:
- 1.4GHz
- 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:
- -40°C ~ 105°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Secure Boot, TrustZone®
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 621-FCPBGA (21x21)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
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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 LS1023AXE7PQB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS1023AXE7PQB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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