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NXP Semiconductors LS1048AXN7PTA
- Part No.:
- LS1048AXN7PTA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 780-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS1048AXN7PTA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.4GHZ 780FBGA
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Product details
Overview
LS1048AXN7PTA from NXP is a 64-bit quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 communications processor with DPAA2 data path acceleration, integrated 1 GB DDR4 memory controller (2.1 GT/s, ECC), dual 10 GbE + eight 1 GbE interfaces, and hardware vSwitch offload - deployed in virtual CPE and intelligent edge access gateways.
For engineers reviewing the LS1048AXN7PTA datasheet, LS1048AXN7PTA pinout, LS1048AXN7PTA application, or LS1048AXN7PTA equivalent, key selection criteria include PCIe 3.0 x4/x2/x1 support, SEC crypto acceleration up to 10 Gbit/s, TrustZone-enabled secure boot, AIOP-based packet processing, and Linux-ready SDK integration for NFV and industrial control deployments.
Technical Context
The LS1048AXN7PTA implements four ARM Cortex-A53 cores clocked at up to 1.6 GHz, each cluster sharing 1 MB L2 cache, connected via CoreLink CCI-400 coherency fabric. It integrates a dedicated Advanced I/O Processor (AIOP) for autonomous packet parsing, classification, and encapsulation at line rate.
Networking is accelerated through DPAA2 architecture supporting hardware vSwitch offload across two 10 GbE (XFI/KR) and eight 1 GbE (SGMII/KX, RGMII) ports, plus MACSec on up to four 1 GbE links. Security includes SEC engine with AES-GCM/SHA-2 acceleration and TrustZone-assisted secure boot.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 4 × ARM Cortex-A53, 64-bit, up to 1.6 GHz - enables concurrent real-time control and data plane processing in edge gateways |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core cluster - reduces memory latency for packet forwarding and control-plane tasks |
| DDR Interface | 64-bit DDR4 with ECC, up to 2.1 GT/s - supports reliable, high-bandwidth memory access for multi-threaded Linux workloads |
| Ethernet Ports | 2 × 10 GbE (XFI/KR) + 8 × 1 GbE (SGMII/KX/RGMII) - delivers wire-rate switching and routing in compact vCPE platforms |
| PCIe Controllers | 3 × PCIe 3.0 (x4/x2/x1), SR-IOV capable - enables direct attachment of NICs, accelerators, or storage without CPU overhead |
| Security Engine | SEC with AES-GCM, SHA-2, RSA/ECC - provides full-packet encryption and integrity verification at up to 10 Gbit/s |
| AIOP | Advanced I/O Processor - offloads complex header manipulation, classification, and QoS policing from CPU cores |
Pinout & Package
LS1048AXN7PTA is housed in a 23 mm × 23 mm, 780-pin FC-BGA package (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free). Pin mapping is defined in NXP document LS1048AFS, Rev. 5, Section 3.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DDR_DQ[0:63] | DDR4 Data Bus | 64-bit bidirectional data interface with on-die termination for stable 2.1 GT/s operation |
| PCIe_TX[0:3]/RX[0:3] | PCIe 3.0 Lane Pair | Differential high-speed serial I/O supporting Gen3 signaling and SR-IOV endpoint configuration |
| SGMII_CLK[0:7] | PHY Reference Clock | 125 MHz differential clock input for SGMII-based 1 GbE PHY synchronization |
| SEC_CLK | Security Engine Clock | Independent 200 MHz clock domain for deterministic crypto engine timing |
| BOOT_CFG[0:7] | Strap Configuration | Hardwired pins setting boot source (QuadSPI, SD, USB), security mode (TrustZone ON/OFF), and debug enable |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DPAA2 Hardware Acceleration | Enables concurrent vSwitch, QoS, and flow classification across all 10 GbE/1 GbE ports without CPU intervention |
| Hardware Virtualization Support | Provides MMU-assisted VM isolation and partitioning enforcement for Linux KVM-based NFV deployments |
| QuadSPI Boot Interface | Allows direct XIP execution from encrypted flash, reducing boot time and eliminating external ROM dependency |
| AIOP Programmability | Supports custom microcode for protocol-specific packet handling (e.g., PTP timestamping, VLAN stacking) |
| Thermal Management | Integrated thermal sensor and dynamic voltage/frequency scaling (DVFS) for sustained 1.6 GHz operation in 0–105°C industrial environments |
Applications
| Virtual CPE Gateway | Industrial Edge Controller |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Consolidating routing, firewall, VoIP, and Wi-Fi management into a single white-box platform for telco-managed home broadband. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing Linux-based vCPE software stack while offloading packet forwarding to DPAA2 and AIOP. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete switch ASIC and crypto accelerator, reducing BOM cost by ~35% versus legacy dual-chip solutions. | Use Scenario: Real-time PLC-to-cloud gateway in factory automation, aggregating Modbus TCP, PROFINET, and OPC UA traffic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic control host running PREEMPT_RT Linux with hardware-timed I/O via FlexTimer and TDM interfaces. Use Value: Achieves sub-100 µs cycle jitter using AIOP-based time-sensitive networking (TSN) packet scheduling. |
| Wireless Access Point Controller | NFV Infrastructure Node |
Use Scenario: Centralized WLAN controller managing 128+ APs with real-time RF optimization, client steering, and captive portal services. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control-plane processor orchestrating CAPWAP tunnels and radio resource management, with DPAA2 handling CAPWAP encapsulation/decapsulation. Use Value: Scales to 20 Gbps aggregate throughput using hardware vSwitch and SEC-accelerated TLS termination for management traffic. | Use Scenario: Cloud-native VNF host running containerized firewalls, load balancers, and DPI engines in telecom edge clouds. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multi-tenant compute node leveraging KVM virtualization, SR-IOV PCIe passthrough, and ODP-compliant datapath libraries. Use Value: Delivers 92% CPU utilization efficiency for 10 Gbps stateful firewall inspection using SEC and AIOP offload. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS1046AXN7PQA | Quad-core Cortex-A72 (1.8 GHz), no AIOP, only 4 × 1 GbE + 1 × 10 GbE, lower crypto throughput (5 Gbit/s SEC) | Better single-thread performance but lacks DPAA2 vSwitch and full 10G+8G Ethernet density | Select when higher IPC matters more than packet I/O density or hardware vSwitch scalability |
| LS1028AXN7PQA | Dual-core Cortex-A72 (1.8 GHz), no AIOP, 2 × 1 GbE + 1 × 2.5 GbE, no PCIe 3.0, no SEC crypto engine | Targeted at cost-sensitive industrial HMI and gateway applications with minimal networking requirements | Select only for non-NFV, non-crypto edge nodes where Linux RT and basic connectivity suffice |
Compared with LS1046AXN7PQA and LS1028AXN7PQA, the LS1048AXN7PTA uniquely delivers full DPAA2 vSwitch capability across ten Ethernet ports, AIOP programmability for custom packet processing, and 10 Gbit/s SEC crypto - making it the only option among the three qualified for carrier-grade vCPE and intelligent edge infrastructure requiring hardware-accelerated network functions.
Availability
LS1048AXN7PTA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for virtual CPE gateways, intelligent edge access systems, and NFV infrastructure nodes requiring stable component supply, long-term industrial temperature support (–40°C to +105°C), and Linux SDK continuity.
Supply support for LS1048AXN7PTA 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 leader in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with deep expertise in ARM-based processing and hardware acceleration.
The LS1048AXN7PTA belongs to NXP's QorIQ LS10x8A family - designed specifically for intelligent edge infrastructure demanding integrated networking, security, and virtualization capabilities in a single SoC.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the LS1048AXN7PTA?
The LS1048AXN7PTA operates at up to 1.6 GHz across all four ARM Cortex-A53 cores. This frequency is guaranteed under industrial temperature conditions (–40°C to +105°C) with appropriate thermal design and power delivery. The LS1048AXN7PTA uses dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) to maintain stability and optimize power efficiency during variable workload conditions.
Does the LS1048AXN7PTA support TrustZone-based secure boot?
Yes, the LS1048AXN7PTA includes ARM TrustZone technology and supports secure boot with immutable root-of-trust. Boot firmware is authenticated using RSA-2048 or ECDSA-256 signatures before execution, and the LS1048AXN7PTA enforces memory isolation between secure and non-secure worlds throughout runtime.
What Ethernet interface configurations does the LS1048AXN7PTA support?
The LS1048AXN7PTA supports two 10 GbE ports (XFI/KR) and eight 1 GbE ports (SGMII/KX/RGMII), configurable via SerDes lane allocation. It also supports MACSec on up to four 1 GbE links and hardware vSwitch offload across all ten ports - enabling wire-rate switching and routing without CPU involvement.
Is the LS1048AXN7PTA compatible with the NXP Layerscape SDK?
Yes, the LS1048AXN7PTA is fully supported by the NXP Layerscape SDK (v22.06 and later), which includes Linux kernel drivers, DPAA2 user-space libraries, ODP-compliant APIs, and pre-integrated VortiQa networking applications - all validated for LS1048AXN7PTA hardware and reference boards.
What packaging and thermal specifications apply to the LS1048AXN7PTA?
The LS1048AXN7PTA uses a 23 mm × 23 mm, 780-pin FC-BGA package (RoHS-compliant, lead-free). It is rated for industrial temperature operation from –40°C to +105°C case temperature, with thermal design guidance provided in NXP document AN5427, including recommended PCB stack-up and heatsink mounting requirements.
LS1048AXN7PTA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 780-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ® Layerscape
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A53
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.4GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10GbE (2), 1GbE (8)
- 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:
- 780-FBGA (23x23)
- 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 LS1048AXN7PTA part is unused and in its original packaging.
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