NXP Semiconductors MPC8313CVRAGDC

Overview

MPC8313CVRAGDC from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a PowerQUICC II Pro communications processor featuring the e300c3 Power Architecture core operating at up to 333 MHz, dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers (eTSEC), DDR1/DDR2 memory controller, 32-bit PCI interface, USB 2.0 dual-role controller with on-chip PHY, and integrated programmable interrupt controller - deployed as main CPU or I/O processor in industrial controllers, network access servers, and intelligent NICs.

For engineers reviewing the MPC8313CVRAGDC datasheet, MPC8313CVRAGDC pinout, MPC8313CVRAGDC application, or MPC8313CVRAGDC equivalent, key selection criteria include eTSEC RGMII/SGMII interface support, DDR2-333 timing compliance, PCI 2.3 host/agent mode capability, USB 2.0 OTG operation with ULPI or on-chip PHY, and power management for D3 warm state (425 mW max).

Technical Context

The MPC8313CVRAGDC implements a superscalar e300c3 core with 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, FPU, and two integer units. Its memory subsystem supports single 16-/32-bit DDR1/DDR2 interfaces up to 333 MHz with auto-refresh, CKE-based power management, and 1.8 V / 2.5 V SSTL2-compatible I/O.

Peripheral integration includes dual eTSECs compliant with IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3ab/1588, supporting TCP/IP acceleration, VLAN stacking, and eight transmit/receive queues; a 32-bit PCI 2.3 controller with 66 MHz operation and selectable coherency; and a security engine (SEC 2.2) - though note the MPC8313 variant excludes SEC hardware per Figure 1 footnote.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 620-pin PBGA (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, thermal lid-equipped.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.

Compared with MPC8315CVRAGDC and MPC8377CVRAGDC, the MPC8313CVRAGDC delivers optimized balance of 333 MHz performance, dual-GbE, DDR2-333, and USB 2.0 in a compact 620-pin package - making it ideal for space-constrained, cost-driven industrial and networking edge devices where hardware security acceleration is not required.

Availability

MPC8313CVRAGDC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial controllers, network access servers, and intelligent NICs requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MPC8313CVRAGDC 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, and IoT applications, with deep heritage in Power Architecture and communications processors.

The MPC8313CVRAGDC belongs to the PowerQUICC II Pro family, designed specifically for cost-effective, low-power embedded networking and control applications requiring integrated Ethernet, PCI, USB, and DDR memory interfaces - targeting printing/imaging, industrial automation, and entry-level enterprise networking.

FAQ

Does the MPC8313CVRAGDC include a hardware security engine?

No, the MPC8313CVRAGDC does not include a security engine. As explicitly stated in the block diagram footnote ("Note: The MPC8313 does not include a security engine"), SEC 2.2 hardware acceleration is omitted. Cryptographic operations must be handled in software or via external accelerators. This distinguishes MPC8313CVRAGDC from MPC8315CVRAGDC, which integrates SEC 2.2.

What DDR2 SDRAM speeds and voltages are supported by the MPC8313CVRAGDC?

The MPC8313CVRAGDC supports DDR2 SDRAM at data rates up to 333 MHz (166 MHz clock) with 1.8 V ± 80 mV I/O voltage. It also supports DDR1 at 333 MHz with 2.5 V ± 125 mV. The controller is single-interface only and requires proper MVREF generation at 0.49–0.51 × GVDD.

Can the MPC8313CVRAGDC operate in both PCI host and agent modes?

Yes, the MPC8313CVRAGDC's 32-bit PCI controller supports both host and agent modes per PCI Specification Rev. 2.3. In host mode, it functions as a root complex; in agent mode, it operates as an endpoint. Mode selection is configured via boot pins and register settings, with on-chip arbitration for up to three external masters.

What USB PHY options are available for the MPC8313CVRAGDC?

The MPC8313CVRAGDC supports either an on-chip USB 2.0 full-speed/high-speed PHY or an external ULPI (UTMI+Low Pin Interface) PHY. The on-chip PHY eliminates external components for basic USB device/host operation, while ULPI enables higher noise immunity and flexibility in board layout and PHY selection.

What is the maximum power dissipation of the MPC8313CVRAGDC in low-power D3 warm state?

The MPC8313CVRAGDC has a maximum power dissipation of 425 mW in the D3 warm low-power state at 333 MHz core frequency and 105°C junction temperature (Rev. 2.x or later silicon). This value excludes I/O supply power and assumes all interfaces are enabled; further savings are achievable by disabling unused clocks.