NXP Semiconductors QN9090HN/001K
- Part No.:
- QN9090HN/001K
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
QN9090HN/001K.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX+MCU BLE 40HVQFN
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Product details
Overview
QN9090HN/001K from NXP Semiconductors is an Arm® Cortex®-M4 based Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 wireless microcontroller with 640 KB Flash, 152 KB RAM, and integrated 2.4 GHz BLE transceiver supporting eight simultaneous connections. It delivers ultra-low power operation (350 nA deep power-down current), 2 Mbps data rate, -97 dBm receiver sensitivity, and on-chip DMIC subsystem with voice activity detection for battery-powered wearables and sensors.
For engineers reviewing the QN9090HN/001K datasheet, QN9090HN/001K pinout, QN9090HN/001K application, or QN9090HN/001K equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, validated pin functions, real-world use cases, and confirmed alternative parts for BLE 5.0 embedded designs requiring coin-cell operation, secure OTA updates, and dual-channel PDM microphone support.
Technical Context
The QN9090HN/001K integrates a 48 MHz Arm Cortex-M4 CPU with Memory Protection Unit (MPU), Serial Wire Debug (SWD), and hardware accelerators for AES-128/256, SHA-1/SHA-256, and random number generation. Its BLE 5.0 radio includes antenna diversity control, integrated RF balun, and configurable transmit power up to +11 dBm across 46 dB range.
Power management supports five low-power states - Sleep, Deep-sleep, Power Down, Deep Power-down (350 nA), and dedicated BLE link-layer timer running on 32 kHz XTAL - enabling multi-year operation on coin cells. The device uses a 32 MHz crystal oscillator with internal capacitors and includes a 32.768 kHz XTAL interface for RTC timing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M4 @ up to 48 MHz with MPU, NVIC, SWD debug |
| Memory | 640 KB embedded Flash (supports OTA), 152 KB SRAM |
| BLE Radio | Bluetooth 5.0 compliant; -97 dBm sensitivity; 2 Mbps data rate; +11 dBm max TX power |
| Low-Power Performance | 350 nA deep power-down current with IO wake-up; 4.3 mA RX current |
| Analog Peripherals | 8-channel 12-bit ADC (190 ksamples/s); dual-channel PDM interface with hardware VAD |
| Digital Interfaces | 2× I²C, 2× SPI, 2× USART, 10× PWM, 1× QSPI, ISO7816 smart card interface |
| Security | Hardware AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/SHA-256, TRNG, eFuse key storage |
Pinout & Package
QN9090HN/001K is housed in a 6 × 6 mm HVQFN40 package (SOT618-1) with 0.5 mm pitch, lead-free and RoHS compliant. The exposed die pad must be connected to RF ground plane.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| XTAL_P / XTAL_N | System clock input | 32 MHz crystal oscillator connection; internal load capacitors eliminate external caps |
| XTAL_32K_P / XTAL_32K_N | RTC clock input | 32.768 kHz crystal for real-time clock and low-power timers |
| RF_IO | RF transceiver interface | Single-pin 2.4 GHz antenna connection with integrated balun |
| VDD(RADIO) / VSS(RF) | RF power supply & ground | Dedicated 1.1–1.3 V rail and isolated RF ground for optimal radio performance |
| PIO0–PIO21 | Configurable GPIO | Up to 22 digital I/Os supporting multiple alternate functions including UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, ADC, PDM, and ISO7816 |
| RSTN | Active-low reset input | Asynchronous reset signal; internal pull-up ensures valid state at power-up |
| TRST | JTAG test reset | Must be tied to GND; enables boundary scan and debug access |
| VDDE | IO voltage supply | 1.8–3.6 V supply for digital I/Os; independent from core and radio rails |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra-low power BLE stack execution | Single-chip solution runs full BLE 5.0 host/controller stack and application firmware without external memory |
| Dual-channel PDM audio subsystem | Hardware-accelerated voice activity detection reduces CPU load and extends battery life in voice-triggered applications |
| Secure over-the-air updates | 640 KB Flash with bank-swapping support enables robust, authenticated firmware updates without service interruption |
| Antenna diversity control | Dedicated ADE/ADO outputs dynamically select optimal RF path to improve link reliability in cluttered environments |
| Smart power management | Four-tier low-power mode hierarchy with peripheral retention options allows precise trade-off between wake latency and energy consumption |
Applications
| Wireless Wearable Sensor | Smart Home Occupancy Detector |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Compact wrist-worn health monitor collecting heart rate, motion, and temperature data via BLE 5.0. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central BLE 5.0 controller managing sensor fusion, local processing, and encrypted OTA updates. Use Value: 350 nA deep power-down current and integrated temperature/battery sensors enable >12-month coin-cell operation with periodic BLE advertising. | Use Scenario: Battery-powered ceiling-mounted occupancy sensor detecting motion and ambient light in HVAC-controlled offices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Autonomous edge node performing PIR/microwave fusion, local decision logic, and scheduled BLE broadcast. Use Value: Dual 32-bit low-power timers (running in power-down mode) provide precise 1-second occupancy sampling intervals while consuming <1 µA average current. |
| Personal Healthcare Gateway | BLE Audio Remote Control |
Use Scenario: Handheld medical device aggregating glucose, blood pressure, and SpO₂ readings from multiple BLE peripherals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: BLE 5.0 central supporting eight concurrent connections with hardware AES encryption for HIPAA-compliant data transfer. Use Value: Hardware SHA-256 and eFuse-stored keys ensure end-to-end data integrity and prevent unauthorized firmware modification. | Use Scenario: Voice-enabled TV remote using dual PDM microphones for far-field wake-word detection and command streaming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: BLE 5.0 peripheral with integrated DMIC subsystem and hardware VAD offloading audio preprocessing from host MCU. Use Value: On-chip PDM decimation and FIFO buffering reduce host bandwidth requirements by 70% versus raw PCM streaming. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 wireless MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| QN9090THN | Includes integrated NTAG I²C NFC tag; identical Flash/RAM and BLE radio specs | Enables tap-to-pair provisioning and NFC-based firmware update triggers | Select QN9090THN when NFC tap-initiated pairing or secure credential exchange is required |
| QN9030HN | Reduced memory: 320 KB Flash, 88 KB SRAM; same package, peripherals, and BLE features | Suitable for cost-sensitive applications with smaller firmware footprints and fewer concurrent services | Choose QN9030HN for simplified BLE beacon or sensor node designs where memory headroom is not critical |
Compared with QN9090THN, QN9090HN/001K omits NFC but retains full BLE 5.0 feature parity and memory capacity; versus QN9030HN, it doubles Flash and SRAM to support complex OTA-upgradable applications with rich peripheral stacks and secure boot chains.
Availability
QN9090HN/001K is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless wearables, smart home sensors, and personal healthcare devices requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and qualified industrial-grade temperature operation (-40 °C to +125 °C).
Supply support for QN9090HN/001K 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 delivering secure, scalable solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and mobile applications.
The QN9090HN/001K belongs to NXP's QN90xx Bluetooth Low Energy wireless MCU family, designed specifically for ultra-low-power, secure, and feature-rich embedded wireless applications targeting coin-cell-powered endpoints.
FAQ
What is the maximum transmit power supported by QN9090HN/001K?
QN9090HN/001K supports configurable transmit power up to +11 dBm with 46 dB dynamic range. Measured values include +10 dBm at 20.3 mA, +3 dBm at 9.4 mA, and 0 dBm at 7.4 mA - enabling precise RF link budget tuning for different antenna configurations and regulatory domains without external PA circuitry.
Does QN9090HN/001K include hardware security accelerators?
Yes, QN9090HN/001K integrates dedicated hardware engines for AES-128/192/256 encryption, SHA-1 and SHA-256 hashing, and true random number generation. These accelerators operate independently of the Cortex-M4 core, enabling secure OTA updates, encrypted BLE pairing, and tamper-resistant key storage via 128-bit eFuse.
What is the function of the DMIC subsystem in QN9090HN/001K?
The DMIC subsystem in QN9090HN/001K provides dual-channel PDM microphone interface with hardware-based voice activity detection (VAD), flexible decimators, 16-entry FIFOs, and optional DC blocking. This allows QN9090HN/001K to perform real-time audio preprocessing with minimal CPU intervention, reducing system power consumption in always-listening voice applications.
Can QN9090HN/001K operate from a single coin-cell battery?
Yes, QN9090HN/001K is optimized for coin-cell operation with 350 nA deep power-down current (with IO wake-up), 4.3 mA BLE receive current, and 1.9–3.6 V supply range. Combined with its integrated DC/DC converter and low-leakage design, QN9090HN/001K enables multi-year battery life in compact BLE sensor nodes.
What development tools are officially supported for QN9090HN/001K?
NXP provides full toolchain support for QN9090HN/001K including MCUXpresso SDK, IDE, and Config Tools; QN9090HN/001K-specific example projects for BLE 5.0 profiles, secure boot, and PDM audio; and hardware evaluation platforms such as OM13092. All resources are publicly available on nxp.com.
QN9090HN/001K Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- TxRx + MCU
- RF Family/Standard:
- Bluetooth
- Protocol:
- Bluetooth v5.0
- Modulation:
- -
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- 2Mbps
- Power - Output:
- 11dBm
- Sensitivity:
- -97dBm
- Memory Size:
- 640kB Flash, 152kB RAM
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, SPI, PWM, UART
- GPIO:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.9V ~ 3.6V
- Current - Receiving:
- 4.3mA
- Current - Transmitting:
- 7.4mA ~ 20.3mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 40-HVQFN (6x6)
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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.
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