NXP Semiconductors T1013NSN7KQA

Overview

T1013NSN7KQA from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor featuring e5500 cores at up to 1.4 GHz, 256 KB L2 cache, DPAA acceleration, and integrated 10 GbE SerDes for edge networking control. It targets cost- and power-sensitive enterprise and service provider infrastructure including WLAN access points, unified threat management gateways, and industrial single-board computers.

For engineers reviewing the T1013NSN7KQA datasheet, T1013NSN7KQA pinout, T1013NSN7KQA application, or T1013NSN7KQA equivalent, key selection criteria include its 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package, DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller (1600 MT/s), SEC 5.x crypto engine, DPAA offload for CAPWAP/DTLS, and software compatibility with QorIQ P10XX family.

Technical Context

The T1013NSN7KQA implements two e5500 64-bit Power ISA v2.06 cores with per-core 32 KB I-cache and 32 KB D-cache, backed by a shared 256 KB platform cache and CoreNet coherency fabric. It integrates a 4-lane 10 Gb/s SerDes supporting SGMII, QSGMII, PCIe 2.0, and SATA 2.0.

Networking functions are accelerated via DPAA-including packet parsing/classification/distribution, QMAN-based queue management, BMAN buffer management, and SEC 5.x cryptography-while legacy protocol support is provided by the QUICC Engine for TDM/HDLC/ISDN. It omits CoreNet Coherency Fabric, Security Fuse Processor, and Security Monitor present in the T1014 variant.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

23 × 23 mm Fine-Pitch Chip Array Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) with 621 I/O balls. Pinout defined per NXP document T1024FS REV 2; full mapping includes dedicated SerDes differential pairs, DDR3L/4 address/control/data banks, PCIe/SATA/USB PHY interfaces, and QUICC Engine TDM/HDLC signal groups.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with T1023NSN7KQA and T1014NSN7KQA, the T1013NSN7KQA delivers optimized cost and power efficiency for non-QUICC, non-security-critical edge control applications-omitting both legacy protocol engines and advanced trust architecture while retaining full DPAA, SerDes, and memory subsystem capabilities.

Availability

T1013NSN7KQA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wired/wireless branch routers, enterprise WLAN access points, and industrial single-board computers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for T1013NSN7KQA 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The QorIQ T10xx family-including T1013NSN7KQA-is designed specifically for low-cost, power-efficient edge and control-plane processing in enterprise and service provider networking infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the T1013NSN7KQA?

The T1013NSN7KQA operates at up to 1.4 GHz across both e5500 cores. This frequency is validated under thermal and voltage conditions specified in the NXP T1024FS REV 2 datasheet, and sustained performance requires proper PCB layout, heatsink mounting, and DDR3L/4 memory timing calibration. The T1013NSN7KQA achieves this speed while maintaining compatibility with the 23 × 23 mm FCBGA footprint shared with higher-core-count variants.

Does the T1013NSN7KQA support DDR4 memory?

Yes, the T1013NSN7KQA supports both DDR3L and DDR4 SDRAM with ECC, up to 1600 MT/s. Its 64-bit memory controller includes programmable timing registers, on-die termination, and built-in memory scrubbing logic. DDR4 operation requires specific VDD_DDR and VDDQ voltage sequencing per NXP's power-up sequence guidelines, and the T1013NSN7KQA validates JEDEC-compliant DDR4-1600 modules in 2×64-bit configurations.

Is the T1013NSN7KQA pin-compatible with the T1024NSN7KQA?

Yes, the T1013NSN7KQA is pin-compatible with the T1024NSN7KQA in the 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package. Both share identical ball map, power delivery requirements, and I/O voltage domains. This allows hardware reuse across dual-core (T1013/T1023) and dual-core-with-enhanced-peripherals (T1024) variants, though T1013NSN7KQA lacks CoreNet Coherency Fabric signals used by T1024NSN7KQA in multi-core coherent configurations.

What networking accelerators are integrated into the T1013NSN7KQA?

The T1013NSN7KQA integrates the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA), which includes QMAN for hardware queue management, BMAN for buffer allocation/de-allocation, packet parser/classifier/distributor, and SEC 5.x for cryptographic acceleration. These accelerators offload CAPWAP/DTLS, L2/L3 tunneling, and MACSEC processing from the e5500 cores-enabling the T1013NSN7KQA to sustain 4 GbE line-rate forwarding with <1% CPU utilization in typical WLAN controller workloads.

Does the T1013NSN7KQA include a QUICC Engine?

No, the T1013NSN7KQA does not include a QUICC Engine. Unlike the T1023NSN7KQA and T1042NSN7KQA, it omits the QUICC Engine module entirely-removing native support for TDM, HDLC, ISDN, and industrial serial protocols. This omission reduces die area and power consumption, making the T1013NSN7KQA optimal for pure IP-based edge routing and switching applications where legacy WAN interfaces are unnecessary.