NXP Semiconductors MPC8533EVTANGA

Overview

MPC8533EVTANGA from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a PowerQUICC III integrated communications processor featuring a 32-bit e500 core, 256-Kbyte L2 cache/SRAM with full ECC, dual 10/100/1000-Mbps eTSEC Ethernet controllers, PCI Express (two ×4 + one ×1), and integrated security engine (SEC) supporting AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048, and IPsec acceleration. It targets network edge routing, industrial gateways, and secure embedded control systems.

For engineers reviewing the MPC8533EVTANGA datasheet, MPC8533EVTANGA pinout, MPC8533EVTANGA application, or MPC8533EVTANGA equivalent, key selection considerations include its 783-pin FC-PBGA package, 1.0-V core supply, DDR2-800 memory controller with 64-bit interface and on-die termination, triple PCI Express lanes, and hardware-accelerated crypto throughput for TLS/SSL and IPsec offload in resource-constrained platforms.

Technical Context

The MPC8533EVTANGA implements the e500v2 core with 32-Kbyte L1 instruction and data caches (parity-protected), 36-bit real addressing, MMU supporting 4-Kbyte–4-Gbyte pages, and SPE/FP APUs for vector and floating-point operations. Its L2 cache operates in eight-way set-associative mode with configurable stashing, line locking, and ECC on 64-bit boundaries.

It integrates dual eTSECs compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, and 802.3ab, supporting GMII/RGMII/MII/RTBI interfaces, TCP/IP header checksum offload, VLAN tagging, and jumbo frames up to 9.6 Kbytes. The SEC provides four crypto-channels with dedicated AESU, MDEU, PKEU, and RNG units, enabling concurrent encryption, hashing, and public-key operations.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 783-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA), 27 mm × 27 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant. Thermal pad on underside for enhanced heat dissipation in convection-cooled industrial environments.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC8548CZQAA and P1022NSE, the MPC8533EVTANGA offers the optimal balance of integrated security, dual eTSECs, and PCIe flexibility at lower power (max 6.5 W vs. 10+ W), making it uniquely suited for thermally constrained, certified-edge networking equipment where crypto acceleration cannot be outsourced.

Availability

MPC8533EVTANGA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial edge routing, secure remote terminal units (RTUs), and enterprise branch firewall appliances requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing for safety-critical deployments.

Supply support for MPC8533EVTANGA 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 heritage in Power Architecture technology through its acquisition of Freescale Semiconductor.

The MPC8533EVTANGA belongs to the PowerQUICC III family-designed specifically for embedded communications infrastructure requiring integrated networking, security, and real-time control in a single die, targeting cost- and power-sensitive edge nodes.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR2 memory speed supported by the MPC8533EVTANGA?

The MPC8533EVTANGA supports DDR2-800 operation (400 MHz clock, 800 MT/s) via its 64-bit memory controller. It achieves this with programmable timing, on-die termination, and full ECC protection on 64-bit boundaries. The controller supports up to four banks of DDR2 SDRAM, each up to 4 Gbytes, for a total capacity of 16 Gbytes. This capability is confirmed in Section 6 of the MPC8533EEC Rev. 8 specification document.

Does the MPC8533EVTANGA include hardware cryptographic acceleration?

Yes, the MPC8533EVTANGA integrates a dedicated Security Engine (SEC) with four crypto-channels supporting AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/256, MD5, RSA-2048, ECC, and Kasumi algorithms. It includes separate execution units (AESU, MDEU, PKEU, RNG) enabling concurrent IPsec, TLS, and WTLS processing without CPU intervention. This is documented in Section 1.1 and Section 4 of the MPC8533EEC Rev. 8 datasheet.

What package type and pin count does the MPC8533EVTANGA use?

The MPC8533EVTANGA uses a 783-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA) package measuring 27 mm × 27 mm with 1.0 mm ball pitch. This package includes an exposed thermal pad on the underside for improved heat dissipation. Pinout details-including VDD, GVDD, LVDD, OVDD, SYSCLK, and EC_GTX_CLK125-are fully specified in Section 18 ("Package Description") of the MPC8533EEC Rev. 8 hardware specification.

Can the MPC8533EVTANGA operate as a PCI Express root complex?

Yes, the MPC8533EVTANGA supports configurable PCI Express operation in both root complex and endpoint modes across all three interfaces (two ×4 and one ×1). This is explicitly stated in Section 17 of the MPC8533EEC Rev. 8 specification. Each link supports 256-byte maximum payload size, virtual channel 0, and traffic class 0, enabling direct attachment of NICs, storage controllers, or FPGA accelerators without external switches.

What is the recommended core supply voltage for the MPC8533EVTANGA?

The MPC8533EVTANGA requires a nominal core supply voltage of 1.0 V ± 50 mV (i.e., 0.95 V to 1.05 V), as specified in Table 2 ("Recommended Operating Conditions") of the MPC8533EEC Rev. 8 datasheet. This voltage must be applied before all I/O supplies during power-up sequencing to ensure reliable startup and prevent functional failure. Deviation beyond this range risks timing violations or permanent damage.