NXP Semiconductors T1023NSE7MQA

Overview

T1023NSE7MQA from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor featuring e5500 cores clocked up to 1.4 GHz, 256 KB L2 cache per core, DPAA hardware acceleration, and integrated 10 GbE SerDes supporting SGMII/XFI/PCIe/SATA. It serves as a network control SoC in enterprise WLAN access points and unified threat management gateways.

For engineers reviewing the T1023NSE7MQA datasheet, T1023NSE7MQA pinout, T1023NSE7MQA application, or T1023NSE7MQA equivalent, key selection factors include its 23 × 23 mm FCBGA-783 package, DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller with ECC, SEC 5.x crypto engine, QUICC Engine for TDM/HDLC, and DPAA-based packet processing offload for CAPWAP/DTLS and L2/L3 tunneling.

Technical Context

The T1023NSE7MQA implements two e5500 64-bit Power ISA v2.06 cores with per-core 256 KB backside L2 cache and shared 256 KB platform cache. Its CoreNet Coherency Fabric enables cache-coherent interconnect between CPU, accelerators, and I/O, while the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) integrates QMAN, BMAN, and SEC 5.x for deterministic packet classification, queue management, and cryptographic acceleration.

It integrates four 10 Gb/s SerDes lanes supporting SGMII, XFI, PCIe 2.0, and SATA 2.0; a 32/64-bit DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller with ECC; and a QUICC Engine module for legacy TDM, HDLC, and industrial protocol support - all within a single-chip architecture optimized for cost- and power-sensitive edge networking control planes.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 23 mm × 23 mm FCBGA-783 (Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array), RoHS-compliant, thermal lid-equipped for industrial temperature operation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with T1024NSE7MQA, the T1023NSE7MQA omits CoreNet coherency and security monitor but retains full DPAA, SEC 5.x, and QUICC Engine functionality - making it ideal for non-virtualized, cost-optimized edge control applications. Against T1013NSE7MQA, it delivers 2× CPU thread capacity for concurrent service hosting without increasing package size or I/O footprint.

Availability

T1023NSE7MQA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for WLAN enterprise access points, unified threat management gateways, and industrial single-board routers requiring stable component supply across long-life industrial and aerospace programs.

Supply support for T1023NSE7MQA 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 T1023 series is part of NXP's communications processor portfolio designed specifically for cost- and power-optimized edge networking control planes - bridging legacy 32-bit P10xx systems to scalable 64-bit architectures.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the T1023NSE7MQA?

The T1023NSE7MQA operates at a maximum frequency of 1.4 GHz across both e5500 cores. This clock speed is guaranteed under industrial temperature conditions (−40°C to +105°C) with appropriate voltage and cooling. The device supports dynamic frequency scaling via Nap, Wait, and Doze power modes to reduce active power consumption during low-load periods. All timing-critical peripherals - including DDR3L/DDR4, SerDes, and DPAA accelerators - are fully functional at this rated frequency.

Does the T1023NSE7MQA support DDR4 memory?

Yes, the T1023NSE7MQA supports both DDR3L and DDR4 memory via its configurable 32/64-bit memory controller, with data rates up to 1600 MT/s and full ECC capability. DDR4 operation requires 1.2 V VDD_DDR and compatible termination; the controller automatically adapts timing parameters based on SPD or software configuration. This dual-standard support allows seamless migration from DDR3L-based designs while enabling higher density and lower power in new platforms using T1023NSE7MQA.

Is the T1023NSE7MQA pin-compatible with other QorIQ T10xx processors?

The T1023NSE7MQA uses a 23 mm × 23 mm FCBGA-783 package and is pin-compatible with the T1024NSE7MQA and T1042 processors. This enables hardware reuse across performance tiers: a single PCB layout can accommodate T1023NSE7MQA for cost-sensitive designs or upgraded to T1024NSE7MQA for enhanced coherency and security features without layout changes. Pin compatibility does not extend to the T1013NSE7MQA (same package but different ball map) or earlier P10xx families.

What networking acceleration features are integrated into the T1023NSE7MQA?

The T1023NSE7MQA integrates the full Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA), including QMAN (queue manager), BMAN (buffer manager), and SEC 5.x (security engine). These accelerators handle packet parsing, classification, distribution, quality-of-service scheduling, buffer allocation/deallocation, and cryptographic operations - offloading up to 70% of CPU cycles in CAPWAP, DTLS, and MACsec use cases. The DPAA is accessible via standard Linux kernel drivers and the QorIQ Linux SDK.

Does the T1023NSE7MQA include a QUICC Engine?

Yes, the T1023NSE7MQA includes a fully integrated QUICC Engine module supporting TDM, HDLC, UART, ISDN, and industrial protocols such as PROFIBUS and Modbus serial framing. Unlike software-emulated alternatives, the QUICC Engine operates independently of the e5500 cores, providing deterministic latency and zero-CPU-overhead protocol handling. It connects directly to external PHYs or line interface units via dedicated parallel or serial buses mapped to specific ball groups on the FCBGA-783 package.