NXP Semiconductors T1013NXN7KQA

Overview

T1013NXN7KQA from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor with e5500 cores clocked up to 1.4 GHz, integrated DPAA acceleration, SEC 5.x crypto engine, and support for DDR3L/DDR4 memory at 1600 MT/s - deployed in wired/wireless branch routers and enterprise WLAN access points.

For engineers reviewing the T1013NXN7KQA datasheet, T1013NXN7KQA pinout, T1013NXN7KQA application, or T1013NXN7KQA equivalent, key selection factors include its 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package, 4-lane 10 Gb/s SerDes, 4× GbE MACs with MACSEC, PCIe 2.0 ×3, and hardware-accelerated packet parsing/classification for edge networking control planes.

Technical Context

The T1013NXN7KQA implements two e5500 64-bit cores with per-core 32 KB I-cache and D-cache, 256 KB backside L2 cache, and 256 KB shared platform cache. It integrates CoreNet Coherency Fabric, QMAN-based queue management, and PAMU for memory-mapped peripheral access control.

Its Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) provides dedicated hardware offload for CAPWAP/DTLS, full L2/L3 tunneling, packet parsing, classification, distribution, and SEC 5.x cryptographic operations - all coordinated via the QorIQ trust architecture including secure boot and tamper detection.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 23 mm × 23 mm Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) with 621 balls, RoHS-compliant, thermal lid option available.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with T1023NXN7KQA, the T1013NXN7KQA offers identical functionality at a lower thermal envelope for commercial-temperature edge routing; versus T1014NXN7KQA, it delivers full QorIQ trust architecture and coherent interconnect essential for unified threat management and secure WLAN controller use cases.

Availability

T1013NXN7KQA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wired branch routers, enterprise WLAN access points, and industrial single-board computers requiring stable component supply, long lifecycle support, and qualified automotive/industrial-grade sourcing.

Supply support for T1013NXN7KQA 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 networking markets, with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

The QorIQ T10xx family targets low-cost, power-efficient edge networking control applications - delivering scalable 64-bit performance, hardware-accelerated data path processing, and integrated security for next-generation service provider and enterprise infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the T1013NXN7KQA?

The T1013NXN7KQA operates at up to 1.4 GHz under commercial temperature conditions (0°C to +85°C). This frequency is validated for both e5500 cores simultaneously and enables real-time packet processing for 1 GbE and 10 GbE interfaces. The T1013NXN7KQA achieves this performance with 256 KB per-core L2 cache and 256 KB platform cache, ensuring low-latency memory access. Thermal design must maintain junction temperature below 105°C for sustained operation.

Does the T1013NXN7KQA support DDR4 memory?

Yes, the T1013NXN7KQA supports both DDR3L and DDR4 memory up to 1600 MT/s with ECC capability. Its 64-bit memory controller allows configurable 32-bit or 64-bit data bus width and supports interleaved addressing for improved bandwidth efficiency. DDR4 operation requires compatible termination and voltage regulation (1.2 V), and the T1013NXN7KQA's memory controller includes built-in training algorithms for reliable initialization across process/voltage/temperature corners.

Is the T1013NXN7KQA pin-compatible with other QorIQ T10xx processors?

The T1013NXN7KQA shares the same 23 mm × 23 mm FCBGA package and ball map with the T1024NXN7KQA and T1042NXN7KQA, enabling scalable system design. However, it is not pin-compatible with the T1014NXN7KQA due to differences in IFC width and missing CoreNet signals. Board-level reuse requires verification of SerDes lane mapping, power rail sequencing, and thermal pad alignment per NXP reference layout AN4947.

What security features does the T1013NXN7KQA include?

The T1013NXN7KQA integrates QorIQ Trust Architecture with secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and debug lockdown. Its SEC 5.x cryptographic engine accelerates AES, SHA, RSA, and HMAC operations. Unlike the T1014NXN7KQA, it includes Security Monitor and Security Fuse Processor for runtime integrity checking and immutable root-of-trust provisioning - meeting IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 and NIST SP 800-193 requirements.

Which development tools support the T1013NXN7KQA?

The T1013NXN7KQA is supported by CodeWarrior Development Studio for Power Architecture, the QorIQ Linux SDK, and VortiQa application software including AIS and open network switch director. Third-party toolchains from Wind River, Mentor Graphics, and Green Hills also provide certified BSPs. Reference design software (RDS) packages include board-specific device tree configurations and DPAA initialization scripts validated for T1013NXN7KQA hardware.