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NXP Semiconductors LS1088AXN7PTA
- Part No.:
- LS1088AXN7PTA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 780-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
LS1088AXN7PTA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.4GHZ 780FBGA
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Product details
Overview
LS1088AXN7PTA from NXP is an 8-core ARM Cortex-A53 64-bit communications processor operating at up to 1.6 GHz, integrating DPAA2 data path acceleration, dual 10 GbE + eight 1 GbE interfaces, and hardware vSwitch offload for intelligent edge access and virtual CPE applications.
For engineers reviewing the LS1088AXN7PTA datasheet, LS1088AXN7PTA pinout, LS1088AXN7PTA application, or LS1088AXN7PTA equivalent, key selection considerations include DDR4 memory controller speed (2.1 GT/s), PCIe 3.0 lane count (3 controllers), SEC crypto throughput (10 Gbit/s), and AIOP packet processing capability for real-time network function virtualization.
Technical Context
The LS1088AXN7PTA implements a hierarchical coherency fabric (CoreLink CCI-400) linking eight Cortex-A53 cores across two clusters, each with 1 MB L2 cache, and supports hardware-enforced virtualization via SMMUs and TrustZone.
Its DPAA2 architecture integrates an Advanced I/O Processor (AIOP), Queue/Buffer Manager, Security Engine (SEC), and Wire Rate I/O Processor - enabling autonomous packet parsing, classification, policing, and encryption without CPU intervention.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 8 × ARM Cortex-A53, 64-bit, up to 1.6 GHz; enables concurrent real-time control and data plane processing in Linux-based NFV deployments. |
| Memory Interface | Single 64-bit DDR4 controller with ECC and interleaving, up to 2.1 GT/s; supports ≥32 GB capacity with error resilience for industrial uptime. |
| Ethernet Interfaces | 2 × 10 GbE (XFI/KR) + 8 × 1 GbE (SGMII/KX/RGMII); provides wire-rate vSwitch offload and MACSec on four 1 GbE ports. |
| PCIe Interface | 3 × PCIe 3.0 controllers (x4/x2/x1 configurations), SR-IOV support; enables direct device assignment in virtualized environments. |
| Security Acceleration | SEC engine delivering 10 Gbit/s crypto throughput (AES-GCM, SHA, RSA); offloads TLS/IPsec processing from application CPUs. |
| AIOP Capability | Advanced I/O Processor handles full-packet inspection, header rewrite, encapsulation (GRE/VXLAN), and QoS enforcement autonomously. |
Pinout & Package
LS1088AXN7PTA is housed in a 23 mm × 23 mm, 1517-ball FC-BGA package (pitch: 1.0 mm) with thermal lid and RoHS-compliant finish. Pin mapping follows NXP's LS1088AFS REV 2 document layout.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10 | DDR4 DQ[0:9] | Data bus lanes for high-speed memory interface; require matched-length routing and on-die termination calibration. |
| K1–K4 | PCIe3_REFCLK± | Differential reference clock input for PCIe 3.0 controller #1; must meet ±100 ppm stability and <1.5 ps jitter. |
| R1–R5 | SGMII0_TX± / RX± | Dual differential pairs for first 1 GbE PHY interface; support auto-negotiation and IEEE 802.3z compliance. |
| Y1–Y3 | USB3_DP / DM / VBUS | Full USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface with integrated PHY; enables host/device mode and hot-plug detection. |
| AB1–AB5 | SEC_CLK / SEC_RST / SEC_IRQ | Security Engine control signals; coordinate crypto operation start, completion, and error reporting to management complex. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DPAA2 Hardware Offload | Enables concurrent execution of vSwitch, NAT, firewall, and tunneling functions at line rate without CPU core saturation. |
| Hardware Virtualization Support | SMMU-based IOMMU and TrustZone isolation allow secure partitioning of CPU, memory, and accelerators across VMs or containers. |
| Quad-SPI Boot Interface | Supports secure boot from encrypted QuadSPI flash; enables authenticated firmware loading and anti-rollback protection. |
| Flexible SerDes Configuration | 4-lane 10 GHz SerDes bank configurable as PCIe 3.0, SATA 3.0, or SGMII/XFI - reducing BOM cost via shared physical layer. |
Applications
| Intelligent Edge Access Gateway | Virtual CPE (vCPE) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Residential or SMB gateway aggregating broadband, Wi-Fi 6, and IoT backhaul with dynamic service chaining. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system-on-chip executing Linux networking stack, DPAA2-accelerated forwarding, and AIOP-managed QoS policies. Use Value: Achieves 10 Gbps aggregate throughput with sub-50 µs packet latency using hardware vSwitch and SEC offload. | Use Scenario: Carrier-deployed white-box appliance hosting multiple virtual network functions (vFW, vRouter, vIMS). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Communications processor providing SR-IOV-enabled PCIe endpoints and hardware-isolated VM domains via SMMU/TrustZone. Use Value: Eliminates software-based packet forwarding bottlenecks, enabling >50% higher VNF density per watt vs. x86 alternatives. |
| Industrial Network Controller | Wireless Access Point Control |
Use Scenario: Time-sensitive networking (TSN) switch for factory automation with deterministic latency and redundancy. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control hub managing synchronized Ethernet traffic, AIOP-based traffic shaping, and secure firmware updates. Use Value: Delivers IEEE 802.1AS timestamping accuracy <±50 ns and zero packet loss under 100% load via hardware buffering and priority queuing. | Use Scenario: High-density enterprise AP controller managing 128+ concurrent clients with MU-MIMO and beamforming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Centralized control processor handling CAPWAP termination, RF resource allocation, and client roaming handoff. Use Value: Supports 20+ concurrent CAPWAP tunnels with <10 ms control-plane latency using DPAA2 queue management and dual 10 GbE uplinks. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS1088ASN7PTA | Same silicon, commercial temperature grade (0°C to 105°C) vs. extended grade (−40°C to 105°C) of LS1088AXN7PTA. | Targeted at non-industrial environments where ambient thermal stress is low. | Select LS1088ASN7PTA only if operating temperature remains within 0–105°C and industrial qualification is not required. |
| LS1048AXN7PQA | 4-core variant with identical DPAA2, SerDes, and peripheral set but half the CPU cluster count and 1 MB L2 cache per cluster. | Suitable for cost-sensitive vCPE or edge router designs with lower control-plane concurrency demands. | Choose LS1048AXN7PQA when application workload fits within four A53 cores and total system throughput ≤5 Gbps. |
Compared with LS1088ASN7PTA, LS1088AXN7PTA adds extended temperature support critical for outdoor edge cabinets; versus LS1048AXN7PQA, it doubles CPU and L2 cache resources to sustain higher VNF density and multi-service SLA guarantees.
Availability
LS1088AXN7PTA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for intelligent edge access gateways, virtual CPE platforms, and industrial network controllers requiring stable component supply across long-life production cycles.
Supply support for LS1088AXN7PTA 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 SoCs and networking IP.
The LS1088AXN7PTA belongs to NXP's QorIQ LS10x8A family - designed specifically to deliver carrier-grade packet processing, hardware virtualization, and security acceleration for next-generation edge infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR4 data rate supported by LS1088AXN7PTA?
The LS1088AXN7PTA supports a single 64-bit DDR4 memory controller running at up to 2.1 GT/s with ECC and interleaving. This enables sustained bandwidth exceeding 33.6 GB/s in optimal configurations, sufficient for high-throughput packet buffering and virtualized workloads. LS1088AXN7PTA requires JEDEC-compliant DDR4-2133 modules with appropriate timing parameters and on-die termination settings.
Does LS1088AXN7PTA support Secure Boot and hardware root-of-trust?
Yes, LS1088AXN7PTA implements Secure Boot using TrustZone and immutable ROM-based boot code. It validates signed firmware images from QuadSPI or eMMC before execution and enforces anti-rollback protection. The LS1088AXN7PTA also integrates a hardware random number generator and supports cryptographic key provisioning via JTAG-disabled secure debug interfaces.
Can LS1088AXN7PTA operate in industrial temperature environments?
Yes, LS1088AXN7PTA is rated for −40°C to +105°C junction temperature, making it qualified for industrial and outdoor edge deployments. Its extended temperature grade is validated per AEC-Q100 stress test conditions and includes enhanced thermal management features such as dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) and thermal throttling thresholds configured in the LS1088AXN7PTA management complex.
How many PCIe 3.0 lanes does LS1088AXN7PTA provide, and what configurations are supported?
LS1088AXN7PTA integrates three independent PCIe 3.0 controllers supporting flexible lane allocations: one x4, one x2, and one x1 configuration. All support root complex mode and SR-IOV, enabling direct assignment of virtual functions to VMs. LS1088AXN7PTA does not support endpoint mode or PCIe switch topology natively - expansion requires external switch ICs.
Is LS1088AXN7PTA pin-compatible with other LS10x8A family members like LS1048A?
No, LS1088AXN7PTA is not pin-compatible with LS1048A or LS1084A. Although they share the same FC-BGA 1517 package footprint, ball assignments for DDR4, SerDes, and peripheral interfaces differ significantly between variants. LS1088AXN7PTA requires its own dedicated PCB layout; migration from LS1048A necessitates full board redesign and signal integrity revalidation.
LS1088AXN7PTA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 780-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ® Layerscape
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A53
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 8 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:
- -
LS1088AXN7PTA FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of LS1088AXN7PTA?
All LS1088AXN7PTA units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with LS1088AXN7PTA, 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 LS1088AXN7PTA part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS1088AXN7PTA:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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